NeubauFahrzeug Nr.3-5
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Kit #05529Chapter 3: Main Hull
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Main Hull Pt.2:
Below is a look at some of the finer hull details that overall show the better detail definition of the Amusing kit apart from the weld seams on the DML hull, a brief explanation will be given for each group of images.
The DML fender support spring is about half the size it should be.
Again note the well done hull weld seams.
Left hull and driver's compartment and fender details.
Note the mould seam along the side next to the weld seam that needs care when removing.
Poor definition on the driver's visors and overall lower level of detail than the other two kits.
Right hull front, note the minor differences in the armour panels around the MG turret with the Trumpeter kit middle angled panel being slightly too long altering the depth of the rear section, not a big deal and only really noticed by direct comparison.
Rear turret hull fairing, the Amusing kit has the correct profile bulge which is missing from the DML kit and too deep on the Trumpeter kit.
The exhaust part breakdown is on a par with the level of detail in the assembly, obviously the more parts the more assembly required.
Overall view of the assembled exhaust with the level of detail on the Amusing assembly far exceeding that on the other kits, the profile of the small auxiliary exhaust pipe matches photos better than the other kits.
The profile of the small auxiliary exhaust pipe all wrong on the DML kit and the main exhaust pipes not hollowed out as with the other two kits. The large hull connecting pipe lacks many details.
Again the profile of the small auxiliary exhaust pipe too square on the Trumpeter kit and the large hull connecting pipe is too small and lacks many details.
Close-up views of the exhaust assemblies showing the excellent pipe and weld details on the Amusing kit as well as hollowed out exhaust pipes. Also not the fuel filler detail that includes a separate fill cap and recess cover to allow this detail to be displayed if required? Welds around the turret base but not along the hull edges.
DML exhaust details, note the lack of weld and other details on the pipes as well as main pipes needing to be drilled out. Also note again the nicely done hull welds but the large mould seam lines that need care in removing to not damage the welds.
Trumpeter detail is quite basic in comparison as well as the hull pipes being too small in diameter. Also note the complete lack of welds on the hull edges.
Amusing tool details that include the etched clips and brackets for excellent definition, note there is an extra fender support on the left rear of the Amusing fender that shouldn't be there and will have to be removed which could damage the surrounding tread plate detail. Note the shovel bracket is too big and will have to be altered. Again see the hull fuel filler receptacle with separate caps for excellent detail definition.
Both the DML and Trumpeter kits have the tool clips/brackets moulded with the tools. Note the extra fender support on the Amusing kit is correctly not included on the DML or Trumpeter kit.
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