IPMS Number
42113
Fred Wilms
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Sd.Kfz.8 DB10 Gepanzerte 12tPublished: October 5, 2012 HistoryThe Sonderkraftfahrzeng 8 was a German half-track that saw wide spread use during World War II. Its prime purpose was to tow heavy guns. Approximately 4,000 units were built between 1938 and 1945. It fought in many campaigns, mainly Eastern Front, North Africa, Normandy, and many more. ConstructionInitially I started with the chassis buildup, assembling as… more |
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P-51D Mustang Tuskegee AirmenPublished: October 4, 2012 HistoryThe design of the P-51 Mustang was led by the North American design team of Ray Rice and Edgar Schmued. The first unit was rolled out of the North American factory at Mines Field (now L.A. Airport) in just 127 days; the plane, however, had no engine. The plane was initially given the name of Mustang by the British, who had purchased it from the United States. At this… more |
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US Workshop CranePublished: September 19, 2012 History: The workshop crane was used in most machine shops or automotive shops, both military and commercial. It primarily was used to handle items up to 1,000 pounds in load. Items in the box: The model is made from cast resin parts – grey in color. One fold-out instruction page, well presented. A metal chain for the hook is provided, as well as a… more |
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Present Day US Wheel ChocksPublished: February 10, 2020 HistoryChocks act as a safety device when placed under the wheels of a parked aircraft. This prevents the aircraft from rolling, especially when unattended or during an engine run-up. Items in the BoxThe units were resin cast material – white in color. One-page plans, good format. ConstructionThe assembly is very basic. The cord or rope supplied… more |
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Ju-88A-1 BomberPublished: September 19, 2012 HistoryThe Ju88 was the most versatile German World War II aircraft in service. Several applications were: dive and high altitude bomber, night fighter, torpedo bomber against shipping, tank buster, as well as reconnaissance. Items in the BoxThe model is made from injection molded plastic – grey in color. The plans were in book format, printed both sides. I had an… more |
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F-86 Sabrejet Landing GearPublished: September 12, 2012 CONSTRUCTION: The landing gear kit was used on an F86 model, 1/48 scale, manufacturer unknown. Modification was made to the landing gear by adding brass rods to the ends. This allowed me to insert the gear into a hole drilled into the fuselage and wing in the original gear location. (The gear was missing or broken from the original model). After mounting the landing… more |
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Bushmaster Protected VehiclePublished: September 12, 2012 HistoryIn the early 1990’s, Australia established Project Bush Ranger. The idea behind this project was to support an infantry group of nine (9) men for a three-day operation. Development was not without difficulties, but the Bushmaster has matured into one of the premier, light mine-protected vehicles in service world-wide. 299 vehicles have been built in 6 variances, with… more |
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Admiral Saloon German Staff CarPublished: September 12, 2012 HistoryThe passenger car was built for comfort, with a powerful engine. Admiral was the top of Opel pre-war model range. Between February 1938 and October 1939, 6404 cars were produced. During World War II, most cars were requisitioned by the Wehrmacht and Luftwaffe and used by their senior officers. Items in the BoxThe model is made from injection molded plastic… more |
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Sd.Kfz.6 Mittlerer ZugkraftwagenPublished: February 10, 2020 HistoryThe Sd.Kfz.6 Mittlerer Zugkraftwagen was designed by Bussing-Nag and Mercedes Benz as a prime mover for the German army – one of a number of half-track designs. The unit was produced during the 1930’s. The Sd.Kfz.6 had a five ton pulling force, capable of pulling off the road. It was built from 1935 to 1943 in several versions. In 1942, production ceased, and the Sd.Kfz.11… more |
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F-14A Exhaust Nozzle - Open PositionPublished: November 28, 2011 IN THE BOX The kit replicates the back engine housing/afterburner assembly used on the F-14A Tomcat. Material is made from resin and is gray in color. Also included is a photo etched sheet of afterburner nozzles. All the parts were in excellent condition. CONSTRUCTION Initially, I trimmed the engine housing exhaust and afterburner housing. The end sprue material was not… more |