HeavyArty Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share Posted September 23, 2021 I think it will be back to a few tracked/wheeled vehicles. An M6 Linebacker, maybe an M915A3 truck, and a SEAL FAV. The next helo will most likely be the Academy AH-1Z with a bunch of extras; Legend blade folds, props, and ammo/avionics bay, PE, metal barrel, resin FLIR ball, etc., etc.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hawkwrench Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 2 hours ago, HeavyArty said: I think it will be back to a few tracked/wheeled vehicles. An M6 Linebacker, maybe an M915A3 truck, and a SEAL FAV. The next helo will most likely be the Academy AH-1Z with a bunch of extras; Legend blade folds, props, and ammo/avionics bay, PE, metal barrel, resin FLIR ball, etc., etc.... Is the Linebacker a new artillery piece? I've never heard of that before. Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share Posted September 23, 2021 (edited) The M6 Linebacker was an ADA version of the Bradley. There was a four pack Stinger launcher in place of the TOW and the internal stowage and gear layout was different. They were fielded after Desert Storm and used up through the invasion of Iraq in '03. They were all converted back to standard M2A2/3 Bradleys by the mid 2000s and are now out of service. The Army is considering bringing back an updated version now that we are preparing for fighting near-pear competitors with an Airforce and attack helos in the future. I plan on building it with a full interior. Edited September 23, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 (edited) I have basically finished construction on the fuselage and the main parts of the helo. I added piping and some other details found on H-34s (white styrene). I also added the teardrop-shaped antennas on both sides with small marker lights left over from another helo. The exhaust deflector below the port side front canopy is styrene as well. The struts and tail wheel gear are 3D printed parts from Heli-Scale Quality out of Germany. I will also be using their decals later on as well. I added “C” channel (upper) and 45 degree angle (lower) styrene for the side door guides. The kit came with PE for this, but it was really small and almost impossible to fold and keep from kinking. I added the frames on the screens using thin wine bottle foil. I simply cut thin strips and glued them into place. I also plumbed the brake lines and rescue hoist. I cut half circle steps in each side and two new fuel filler points on the starboard side. I also had to modify the sliding door. On US H-34s, the window was centered on the side door. On the British Wessex, the window was further aft. I cut a piece out forward of the window opening, then inverted it and placed it in the aft section of the opening and filled/filed it smooth. Door window successfully moved forward/centered. Painting is up next. I also have to build the main and tail rotors, which are kits in themselves with lots of resin, PE, and plastic parts. Edited October 4, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted October 3, 2021 Share Posted October 3, 2021 Heli scale has 3 d printed stuff ? Its looking great. No seats belts on the pilots seats? I cant wait to see the paint on this one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted October 4, 2021 Author Share Posted October 4, 2021 (edited) 13 hours ago, Rotorman said: Heli scale has 3 d printed stuff ? Yup, lots of landing gear/skids and a few other accessory pieces. https://www.heli-scale-quality.com/3d-printed-parts/landing-gear.html 13 hours ago, Rotorman said: No seats belts on the pilots seats? I am still planning on adding a crew, which will be properly belted in, so not yet. The large side doors/windows allow them to be added after painting. If I end up going w/out a crew, the seatbelts will be added. Edited October 4, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lupusprimus Posted October 5, 2021 Share Posted October 5, 2021 The 3D printed landing gear of the G2/3 version (triangle shape) in 1:32 scale can be found here: https://www.ebay.de/itm/184349485319?hash=item2aec15e907:g:gIAAAOSwDIJeEwm9 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 I was able to get the initial base coat of Medium Green on it. The USMC did not use Olive Drab as the Army did at the time. The 3D printed parts (landing gear and nose) look to have really blended together seamlessly with the plastic kit parts. I am very happy with how it is turning out. Next up is detail painting and the decals. They will be in a couple weeks though as I will be out of town for the rest of this week and next. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
midnightprowler Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 Looking great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 Thanks Lee. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 8, 2021 Author Share Posted November 8, 2021 (edited) Work has continued...slowly. I have applied the decals and sealed them down. I used a set of decals from Heli-Scale Quality out of Germany for the USMC and YN19-specific markings. The Heli-Scale Quality decals snugged down really well and came out looking nicely. No issues with them at all. The rest of the stencils and aircraft placards are from the Fly Models kit. I also got her up on her wheels, no issues there either. Here she is so far. Next up is some weathering and deciding on a crew or not. I still need to make the exhausts and build the rotors as well. Edited November 8, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Loach Driver Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 Very impressive work so far. LD. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 8, 2021 Author Share Posted November 8, 2021 Thanks L.D. I am really enjoying this build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
midnightprowler Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Beautiful. Can you put a ruler next to it for a sense of size? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 9, 2021 Author Share Posted November 9, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, midnightprowler said: Beautiful. Can you put a ruler next to it for a sense of size? Sure. It measures right about 4 1/2 inches to the top of the fuselage. Edited November 9, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
midnightprowler Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Cool. How long is it. Rotor span? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 10, 2021 Author Share Posted November 10, 2021 (edited) Fuselage is 17 1/2" from the nose to tip of tail. Rotor span is 22". It is about the same length as a 1/35 Black Hawk, but almost twice as tall. Like I said, it's big. Edited November 10, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YF65_CH53E Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 Sir, This is looking just fantastic. Great tribute to the H-34!! Semper Fly!! r/Gunny Dan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
11bee Posted November 18, 2021 Share Posted November 18, 2021 Wow, she's looking fantastic, nice work. Can't wait to see her with some weathering. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 18, 2021 Author Share Posted November 18, 2021 Thanks gents. I have built the main and tail rotors, just need to take some pics of them. I also have the crew started as well. I hope to have an update later this coming weekend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScaleWorx Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Looking good 😉👍 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rotorman Posted November 26, 2021 Share Posted November 26, 2021 Nice, What green did u use? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted November 28, 2021 Author Share Posted November 28, 2021 (edited) Thanks Oliver. I used Testors Model Master Medium Green (FS34102). Edited November 28, 2021 by HeavyArty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SteveL Posted December 20, 2021 Share Posted December 20, 2021 This is looking fantastic! Very inspirational!! Not sure if you know of or have considered Reedoak figures but the detail would certainly match the level of this build. Just not sure if he has anything that would match the timeframe. Looking fwd to future updates! Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyArty Posted December 20, 2021 Author Share Posted December 20, 2021 Thank Steve. I am working on the crew, but slowly, esp. since it is the holidays and my granddaughter is here. No real time for models. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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