HE M1A1 Abrams

[Mackem]

Managed to get some work done on the TC's weapon station and the infra-red/laser detector unit. Nothing flash here, just plastic card and patience. Needs a bit of filler here and there then a bit of fiddly detailing.

[Matdragon]

nice work so far!! keep it up and your wellon your way !!

cheers,

Matt

[Mackem]

Hi All,

Made a bit more progress on the Abrams.
Have re-built the turret side stowage racks,

Left Side





Right Side





and the turret basket



also added the turret basket tie downs



done some detailing on the engine decks





and the turret roof ammunition blow out panels



Next job is to add the tow cable hangers and 'C' cups to the lower turret sides.

Cheers
John

[Plastic scouser]

Nice work mackem shes gonna be a beauty when shes finished 

Cheers Ian

[Mackem]

Thanks Ian,

I hope so, still needs quite a bit more work to make it presentable.
Can't believe it comes from the same factory as the Leo 

Cheers
John

[adin]

Really does look nice matey - well done

[Mackem]

Hi All,

Quick progress update.
I have finished work on the turret mounted tow cable hangers and attachments. ( All from brass )



Sorry for the crappy image, camera was flat so I used my phone.
At the front is the correct 'T' lock, then 5 hangers, and finally the 'C cup'
Also got the cupola in shot with the new periscopes. ( See 'Tips & Tricks' board )

Cheers
John

[[ICE]monkey]

very nice build you have there
regards ,cliff

[Mackem]

Cheers Cliff, still got a long way to go yet.
Your tiger is looking good too, love the paint job.

[adin]

I love it, fantastic detail. Well done matey