Boat builder turned model tanker

[Sifromdevon]

I orginally started as a model boat builder but have drifted into armour after building my LCM3 and M113 APC (The dozer is built from scrap and was done to give the LCM a decent combat load...i'm afraid it is only a static model, the pound coin should give a good indication of scale). Just in case anyone's wondering yes the LCM will take a tamiya Sherman with ease, however the real LCM3 didn't the LCM6 did

Regards

Si

http://s136.photobucket.com/albums/q196 ... ure002.jpg
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http://s136.photobucket.com/albums/q196 ... ull001.jpg

[fv432]

Quick Si you better delete the part about the LCM otherwise you'll be rich after building everyone here one each

only kidding mate that is one nice LCM (when can you deliver mine LOL)


Kind Regards Rob

[Sifromdevon]

Hi Rob

Just been replying to your last post....

I only do the fibreglass hulls, my LCM has taken 2 years to get as good as i wanted it to be, after doing that there isn't enough money on earth would get me to build another.....

I copied a 1/35th scale trumpeter model my mate had and re-scaled everything up to 1/16, I have increased the draft slightly to give enough bouyancy to cope with a heavy load, mine is fitted with twin 12v motors and a sound system that produces the engine noise (similar to the tanks?). I drew out the plans full size at work and produced a mold plug which a friend (who has a fibreglass business) produced a mould and hull for me. After showing the model I have produced one or two since for people, but in essence the model was for me, unfortunately this version didn't carry a tank hence the Dozer....

Regards

Si

[Sifromdevon]

Hi Rob

Just found this, I displayed the LCM at the Yeovil Model Show this year...



For all my photos check out the photobucket site I use at

http://s136.photobucket.com/albums/q196/sifromdevon/

Also i just figured out how to put full photos onto the forum not just the link... ain't computers brilliant.......

[fv432]

that is one nice LCM i think you are going to be bombarded with calls

Thanks For sharing

yes dont mention pictures to me couldnt see them or post them for a day or 2 but Matt soon sorted that out (did i mention i like piccies LOL)


Kind Regards Rob

[971wright]

Hi there and welcome how much are the hulls.

    regards pete

[Sifromdevon]

Hi Pete

Its been 12 months since i last had one made so i'll need to speak to my mate regards a price, if you're still interested mail me your details on my contact address and i'll sort out a price and delivery cost but a may be a couple of days though....

Si

[971wright]

Hi I think there is more than just me interested



        regards pete

[BIGMIG]

Great looking boat and pictures Sifromdivon.That is a very cute little helper you had holding the two hulls.
                                                          BIGMIG 

[Sifromdevon]

Hi BIGMIG

Thanks for the comments, my little helper gives scale to the hulls, and was happy to pose for the photo, but when it comes to sweeping out the workshop she is nowhere to be found.....

Si