discussion Peter's M706 Commando Armoured Car - Hobby Boss - 1:35

[pjgtech]

So this will be my entry for the US Icons GB....

I've never actually seen this model before, the M706 Commando Armoured Car (in Vietnam) by Hobby Boos in 1:35.
The included schemes (x2) both seem to be military Police versions, and as I have also acquired a few US Vietnam figures, (including couple of MP figures), I hope to do some sort of open hatch version with the MP's.

This is effectively a holding thread, as I am off on my jollies for few days imminently and will not be back till end of the week, but I look forward to starting this build and looking at everyone else's entries.....

 

[flyjoe180]

Enjoy your holiday Peter. The armoured car looks like fun.

 

[Geoffers]

Looks good Peter, have you decided which scheme you are going with?

Have a nice holiday

Geoff.

 

[pjgtech]

For no reason other than I like them best, think I'm going with the big side white MP letters decal scheme.

 

[pjgtech]

I have now started this one.
Looks fairly simple build TBH, not a huge part count either, so the lower chassis is now complete.
I think I will paint it up internally as I intend to try and have a few access panels open, so some will be visible.
The instructions seem to only offer the hatches closed, but we'll see what we can do....

 

[pjgtech]

Tried a dry fit of the the main body/chassis and all seems to go together quite well, maybe a bit of a gap at one end, but some laccy bands or a few clamps should sort that out once its glued.




Then it was on to some primer, and then started some sub assemblies, eg: axles, fule drum and holder, etc...

 

[pjgtech]

Was not sure about internal colour, but found a couple of websites which show a light green interior, see photo below.
Anyone know what code this would be for Tamiya XF or Mr Hobby or Vallejo Model Colour paints?
Cheers