Panzer I – Start-up of the German Panzerwaffe

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Panzer I – Start-up of the German Panzerwaffe

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As the title suggests, I would like to contrast with the numerous existing "bigger" models in the 1/16 RC scene, a smaller model - the Panzer I Ausf. B and in addition a conversion - the Command Tank I.

A short view into the designing of the two models…

…the Panzer I Ausf. B …

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…and the Command Tank I.

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The kit of Panzer I Ausf. B (following abbreviated to Pz. I) consists of several milled poly and aluminum plates in different thicknesses. It also includes 3D printer parts and other components, which will be shown in the following construction report. Of course, a detailed construction manual will also be available for this RC kit and will be available again from Christian Ludwig 8) .

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3D parts for the Command Tank I (following abbreviated BW I):

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To be continued…

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Freddy
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Looking forward to you working your genius yet again.
Richard
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I’ll get my popcorn out
Any idea on price Freddy?
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Would be really cool to have!! Will be following this closely. Pz. Kpfw II next?
*Leopard 2A6
*JagdSturmTiger (128mm PAK 44)
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I am very much looking forward to seeing you build this. Top notch for sure :thumbup:
Tanks alot.... :wave:
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midlife306 wrote:I’ll get my popcorn outImageImage
Any idea on price Freddy?
Cheers
Wayne

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I´ve no idea yet; this will happen later, after building this prototype.
Code501 wrote:Would be really cool to have!! Will be following this closely. Pz. Kpfw II next?
More than one mentioned getting a RC Pz.Kfw. II; it´s on the list - let´s see if this build works successfully, than I´ll decide ;)

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Another spectacular design Freddy, and a refreshing change from the big cats and paper panzers that are so popular. I'm looking forward to seeing you work your magic and create another beautiful model!
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Raminator wrote:Another spectacular design Freddy, and a refreshing change from the big cats and paper panzers that are so popular. I'm looking forward to seeing you work your magic and create another beautiful model!
Thanks a lot! :thumbup: I´ll do my best...

Starting the build report with the lower hull; it´s the same for Pz. I and BW I:

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Parts for middle and aft bogie:

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The front bogie is different compared to the others…

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Idler parts…

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The track gear need to be very small – nothing exists at the market (only in 1:35 available) that´s strong enough, therefore scratch build is needed, but will be available from Chris too:

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Have a nice weekend!
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midlife306 wrote:I’ll get my popcorn outImageImage
Any idea on price Freddy?
Cheers
Wayne

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Hi Wayne,

the price will be approx. 180 EUR for the Styrene and printed parts including drive sprockets made of Aluminum, approx. 80 EUR for the track gear and the tracks will be around 40 EUR. If you´ll add these numbers you will get up to 300 EUR - the same price as the SOL static model, but this will be RC 8)
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Thanks Freddy, that’s going on my Xmas list for sure
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