1/16 Tiger 1 Pz. Kpfw VI

[mapuc]

Bought this model today-Expect it will arrive around Tuesday or Wednesday next week.

Price incl. p&p 75 £

The build can first begin when I also got the colour and the Weathering.

http://www.hobbyboss.com/index.php?g=home&m=product&a=show&id=276&l=en

Markus

[mapuc]

I'm searching the web for information about colour and especially the colour they used on this Tiger tank in Tunisia 1942.

It's somehow yellow in colour.

Markus

[fireftr18]

I'm searching the web for information about colour and especially the colour they used on this Tiger tank in Tunisia 1942.

It's somehow yellow in colour.

MarkusIt's called Sand Yellow. or Sandgelb. The number designation is RLM 79. Vallejo and AK Interactive make it. Tamiya has a version they call Yellow Brown. Vallejo and AK Interactive have Afrika Corps paint sets.

Have fun with that beast. Does it come with ammo?

[mapuc]

It's called Sand Yellow. or Sandgelb. The number designation is RLM 79. Vallejo and AK Interactive make it. Tamiya has a version they call Yellow Brown. Vallejo and AK Interactive have Afrika Corps paint sets.

Have fun with that beast. Does it come with ammo?

No ammo included in the parts.

However there is companies who makes extra parts to models.

Found this page

https://www.model-monkey.com/product-page/1-16-88-mm-l-56-ap-ammunition-for-german-tiger-i-heavy-tanks-set-of-12

Not to forget-A big thank for your information about the colour I need.

Markus

[Jimbuna]

Back in the day all my WWII armour were made by Tamiya in 1/35

[mapuc]

Back in the day all my WWII armour were made by Tamiya in 1/35

On my shelf I have a Tamiya M1A2 Abrams mbt 1/35 scale. Pre painted as they looked like in second Iraqi war.

This 1/16 Tiger tank will be the first 1/16 I build and it will also be the first Axis model I'm doing.
It has always been in scale 1/35-Modern or WWII Allied.

Markus

[mapuc]

Aha it's not only the paint I need I also need special tools.

The head of the screws is very tiny and my precisions screwdrivers I have is a little to big.

So I need smaller-Wonder where I can get this, 'cause I don't know what they are called.

I guess I need tools who is made for watches and wall clocks

Markus

[Jimbuna]

Plenty of model tool sets available online but the better ones tend to be expensive.

[mapuc]

I manage to find a even smaller screwdriver-Fits a little better, but not perfect.

Have made first two wheel.

Markus

[Jimbuna]

Come over to the UK and collect some of the modelling tools I no longer use :)

[mapuc]

Come over to the UK and collect some of the modelling tools I no longer use :)

Asked people on a modelbuilding stream and one them said I should get my hand on ifixit kit pro.

Markus

[ET2SN]

Aha it's not only the paint I need I also need special tools.

The head of the screws is very tiny and my precisions screwdrivers I have is a little to big.

So I need smaller-Wonder where I can get this, 'cause I don't know what they are called.

I guess I need tools who is made for watches and wall clocks

Markus

You're looking for precision screw drivers. :yep:

Try to get a whole set, phillips, flat blades, small hex drivers, etc. in various sizes. :up:
Sets tend to be less expansive, although you pay for what you get in terms of quality. You could order a set on line, but try looking in some "big box" stores and "national chain stores" and you may be surprised. :)

A good set will last you a lifetime and they are considered de rigueur as you get into more advanced types of models.

[ET2SN]

Asked people on a modelbuilding stream and one them said I should get my hand on ifixit kit pro.

Markus

That's going to be over-priced (and really not what you want).
Let me do some digging and I'll post some links of what I find. :yep:

[ET2SN]

Here's a basic set I found on Amazon. This set will set you back about 12 US dollars. :up:

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YINEx7VtL._AC_SX466_.jpg

A good range of sizes and types and you don't really want the type with a separate handle and head tips. They tend to get wobbly when you need it least.

https://www.amazon.com/WORKPRO-10-Piece-Precision-Screwdriver-Phillips/dp/B091C32HLX/ref=sxin_14_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.38deba80-70f1-44b5-9ee5-a7944caadcc1%3Aamzn1.sym.38deba80-70f1-44b5-9ee5-a7944caadcc1&crid=2C7FF6LHRKNFR&cv_ct_cx=precision+screwdriver+kit&keywords=precision+screwdriver+kit&pd_rd_i=B091C32HLX&pd_rd_r=a68549f2-630d-44aa-be78-40e707db3505&pd_rd_w=bB1yd&pd_rd_wg=emogr&pf_rd_p=38deba80-70f1-44b5-9ee5-a7944caadcc1&pf_rd_r=6936BSTWF42DBY7A8PE1&qid=1663706245&sprefix=precision+screw+driver+kit%2Caps%2C286&sr=1-4-a73d1c8c-2fd2-4f19-aa41-2df022bcb241-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVFdJUUJQN0VMQTBTJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTE3MzAwMU9MNEZIUk5ONU5LNSZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTg3NTUwM1FORTZZWElFNURKRyZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX3NlYXJjaF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2t SZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=


Here's a nice set in the 20 dollar US range:

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GV9icJ5YS._AC_SX466_.jpg

The handles are shorter (which is something you want) although you have to "lock" the tips into the handles with a set screw.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0972Q1BWQ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0972Q1BWQ&pd_rd_w=xbZAe&content-id=amzn1.sym.3481f441-61ac-4028-9c1a-7f9ce8ec50c5&pf_rd_p=3481f441-61ac-4028-9c1a-7f9ce8ec50c5&pf_rd_r=9E66CXBDP2V6WFCP0M1Q&pd_rd_wg=CVIvQ&pd_rd_r=416bb534-6f38-480d-beda-efecd09c9333&s=hi&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyRjM4NkYxVkhOSDBCJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDkyMjMwMTVTMko5MEk0RDJROSZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDEyOTUxMThCMDZaMDlSS1VCNCZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2RldGFpbF90aGVtYXRpYyZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2t SZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=



Here's a good "bargain" set at 7 dollars US. Don't sneeze at this set. Its really good for what it is. Short handles and a nice selection of blade sizes. :D

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Un6sOZMRL._AC_SX466_.jpg

https://www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-Eyeglass-Precision-Different-Screwdrivers/dp/B07YJG766F/ref=sr_1_12?crid=2C7FF6LHRKNFR&keywords=precision+screwdriver+kit&qid=1663707682&sprefix=precision+screw+driver+kit%2Caps%2C286&sr=8-12

Like I said, try to find a set locally before you go online. :yep:

[mapuc]

I have the last set the 6 Piece precision screwdriver set. And the smallest of them the 1.4 mm is too wide.

I thinking of sanding of 0.2 mm if it's possible.

There's many type of screws I shall use and 54 of them are very small and it's here my smallest precision screwdriver is too wide-around 0.2 mm

Thanks for providing links to help me.

Edit
I found a set of 11 precision screwdriver-The smallest flat blades 1.0 mm then 1.2 mm and up to
4 mm.
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Markus

[ET2SN]

That second set I posted is making me go :hmmm: .

I have a good set from back in my Tech days and I need more screw drivers like I need another hole in my head.

Still, :hmmm: .



:D

[mapuc]

I finished building the tank late night this day.

I haven't painted the model-It's one of my Achilles heel.

I have placed one of my 1/35 tank in front of this monstrous German WWII tank.

https://i.imgur.com/e3ZeWSPm.jpg

Yes it is Hogwarts castle to the left-It's Wizarding World 3D Puzzle

Markus

[Jimbuna]

I honestly prefer the 1/35 example because that is what I've always built in the past.

[ET2SN]

But, does the cat like it? :D :O:

[mapuc]

But, does the cat like it? :D :O:

I have an old dinning table as my work bench and while I was building she was sitting beside on the table and watched..well more likely to see if there was some part she can run away with.

Which has happened before.

She didn't do this-Sitting on the table all the time.

My next project is Revell's Firebird Pontiac Trans AM 1/8 scale.

This model is within my price range-
I would if I could afford it, buy the Titanic Scale 1:200. Trumpeters

Markus

[ET2SN]

the Titanic Scale 1:200.

Markus

I've heard there are issues with the shape of the hull. :hmmm:

[mapuc]

I've heard there are issues with the shape of the hull. :hmmm:

This was also new to me..Have seen a lot of video clip on yt, where people share parts of their build.

What I know so far about the hull is that there isn't any portlights(I think you call them these round windows on a ship)

In almost every video I've seen they start with drilling holes en mass in the hull.

Edit
I have built HMS Hood in scale 1:200
Wouldn't it be perfect to have the Bismarck beside Hood, in same scale ?
That is what I have been thinking-Bismarck or Titanic
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Markus

[ET2SN]

I just saw this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RnsX0ookZs

I'm not so sure about the metal doors and 1/12th scale is a little too large for my surroundings but..

:Kaleun_Salivating:

PS- Make sure you turn on subtitles.

[stork100]

Wow, very impressive Tiger in 1/16 scale. Did it fit together well, was it a nice kit? It's a giant against the 1/35 tank.

[mapuc]

Wow, very impressive Tiger in 1/16 scale. Did it fit together well, was it a nice kit? It's a giant against the 1/35 tank.

It was a pleasure to build the model-Only disadvantage was that I didn't have the correct screwdriver to some of the small screws-I did manage to get them tighten though.

I only wish I had same skills in painting than I have in model building.

So I recommend Hobby Boss, even though there was a lack of painting informations.

Markus

[Jimbuna]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOWKApfqND0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsKD_XQ1p-4