Coolbank Crusader 3 Support Group

[michaelwhittmann]

Can't say I did much of a build, but it was fun to put together.
As I said there were things I like and things I didn't like.

Love that all the hatches open but there is no way to place crewmen.
I am trying now to ad hoc a platform to hold up a Commander.

I went for a 2nd Battle of El Alamein Desert Rats theme.

I will post pictures.

I also have extra parts and decals from Stormbringer in case you need anything,

[Herr Dr. Professor]

Well, it looks as if I'd better start on my Crusader next. I will start by digging out the books. Meanwhile post away michealwhittmann.I have a few unpainted UK tankers from Canada, so I may have a crew.

[michaelwhittmann]

A little primer, a little paint, an enamel wash, a little sandy pigment mix (applied with an index finger), a little stowage, a little battle damage, a little crusty sand from the family recipe
and VOILA!!

Just needs a crew.

[Ecam]

Very nice! A stunning example of a Crusader!

[Stormbringer]

looking good mate

[PainlessWolf]

Good Morning!
Looks like it has been driven through several desert wadis! Excellent Stuff!
regards,
Painless

[Herr Dr. Professor]

Here are three resources on the Crusader for anyone who might be interested:

Cristini, Luca Stefano. British Crusader Tank. The weapons Encyclopedia (Soldiershop). 2023. ISBN: 9791255891475.
Fletcher, David. Crusader and Covenanter Cruiser Tanks 1939-45. New Vanguard. Osprey. 1995. ISBN: 9781855325128.
Ware, Pat. British Tanks: The Second World War. Images of War. Pen and Sword Military. 978848845008

Books are almost always my starting point, even if I go for a rather generic build.

[Kaczor]

My friend's Crusader from the 1st Polish Armoured Division (from training in Great Britain in 1943).

[PainlessWolf]

Good Morning!
Great realism achieved! The added and modded details are just the right amount of Eye Candy!
regards,
Painless

[michaelwhittmann]

To Kaczor's friend,

pretty good for a "trainer".