African Union T-55A (Rye Field Model)
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A.J. MadisonThe detail on the fuel lines on the sponson tanks is incredible. Especially so, since Tamiya didn't even bother to include any fuel lines, let alone detail the connectors & the hose clamps.
CortexYou got it, seen this first hand! And fuel lines parts aren't only sharp and crisp but also easy to assemble .. headlights cage was even more challenging!
This kit has everything needed to build a good looking T-55. No need for aftermarket whatsoever and fuel lines are just one treat out of many in this kit.
Mr JamesNice build. Lovely paint job and I like the cover on the mantlet. The gun is also really good
CaptGPFYou nailed the details very well - which turned an otherwise plain color scheme into something that draws you in.
CortexThank you! I chose the white color specifically because it doesn't hide kit's beautiful details like Olive Darb or Dark Green
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Beautiful kit, had such a good time building it.
Tamiya Dark Sea Grey for primer
Highlighted with AK Real Color White Grey - RAL9002
Then fine details picked with Vallejo Insignia White
Afterwards very light coats of Tamiya X-2 White diluted with few drops of Mr. Retarder Mild
Paint job coated with Tamiya Clear, then Abteilung Black wash applied.
Scratches and chips added using toothpick using Tamiya Dark Iron color
DSPIAE circular cutter used to create masks for road wheels and lights.
Tracks:
Alclad Gloss Balck Base, followed by coat of Alclad Aluminum, washed with wash created using Abteilung Black.
Then a mix of Vallejo Matt Varnish and VMS Red Earth pigments was used to create mud stuffing on tracks.
Gun mantlet:
Nato Black base, Vallejo Insignia White for edge highlights, then sprayed a mix of Tamiya Khaki and Tamiya Desert Yellow.
Dshk:
Alclad Gloss Black Base, then a mix of Gloss Black and Alclad Dark Aluminum used to create Gun Metal color, sprayed very lightly on Dshk and ammo cases.
