BT-7M Model 1937 |
Tamiya + Rhino, 1/35 scale |
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by Brett Green |
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Description
Here is my Tamiya BT-7 Model 1935, kit No. 35309, converted to a BT-7M Model 1937 using the Rhino Armour Models resin update.
The Rhino conversion, available through A2Zee Models, supplies the new turret and short-pitch tracks in resin. I found this to be a very simple and enjoyable conversion that makes a substantial difference from the Model 1935.
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Aber's lovely 47mm turned metal barrel plus E.T. Model's night fighting lights were also added to the model. The DT-5 machine gun and mount on top of the turret were based on the parts in an old Eastern Express kit.
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The Commander is one of two figures from Alpine Miniatures Item No. 35014 – Russian Tank Crew Set – 1943-45.
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The construction and painting of this model will feature in a detailed article in Issue 73 of Model Military International magazine.
Model, Images and Text
by Brett Green
Page Created 4 March, 2012
Page Last Updated
4 March, 2012
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