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Modeller Build Logs

Tiger I - sPzAbt 502

By Rodolfo Torres Vazquez
Started: Jul 16, 2005
Updated: Aug 1, 2005

This is my new project: Tiger I initial of Dragon "3 in 1" series. This Tiger will be of the sPzAbt 502 - Tactical No. "100". This is my first Dragon model, normally I build Tamiya, Academy, Trumpeter and Gunze-Sangyo. This kit is interesting because it includes photo-etched, metal gun and more accessories.

I will try to explain the best as possible the construction.

Introduction Chapter 1 - Torsion bars Chapter 2 - Suspension Chapter 3 - Rear plate Chapter 4 - Front plate, tools & rear compartment
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Chapter 4 - Front plate, tools & rear compartmentAug 1, 2005

 
Here we have some photo-etched parts with the tools. The brackets are formed from three pieces. The handle of the shovel will have an effect of damaged wood.

I re-worked the front plate with two brackets more realistic. For the presicope I added two brackets which the kit does not include.

The... more

Chapter 3 - Rear plateJul 22, 2005

 
I am adjusting the piece. I added the first pieces of metal, they are of good quality and easy to assemble. The exhaust pipes can be showing them with open or close hatch. I selected both forms. 12 pieces of photoetched were used for the mudguards and Brackets of Jack Winde Crec. Was added four screws... more

Chapter 2 - SuspensionJul 17, 2005

 
Here we see an excellent detail of the weld and the suspension.

Chapter 1 - Torsion barsJul 16, 2005

 
The torsion bars have an assembly guide in an side to assure the position of entry of the suspension In this case only the side of the guide is necessary to glue and to fix.


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