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Title: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on January 18, 2012, 09:15:10 PM
Steve Bamford has provided a kit review with images for the AFV Club 1/35 scale Talon Tactical EOD Robot (product number AC35010) (http://www.arcarm.com/Rev1/001-100/rev074-AFV-Club-AC35010/00.shtm) at ARC-Armor (http://www.arcarm.com/)

Click on html or image to view the article.
(http://www.arcarm.com/Rev1/001-100/rev074-AFV-Club-AC35010/01m.jpg) (http://www.arcarm.com/Rev1/001-100/rev074-AFV-Club-AC35010/00.shtm)
(image source: Steve Bamford/ARC-Armor (http://www.arcarm.com/))

Neat little kit.  The real Talon can also be armed with small arms and support weapons.  So keep that in mind if you acquire this kit and wish to arm it. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 14, 2012, 03:45:32 AM
Coming Soon From Hobby Fan – 1/35 LARC-V (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo, 5 ton)

(http://wwiimodeller.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/Hobby-Fan-HF072-1-35-LARC-V-Lighter-Amphibious-Resupply-Cargo-5-ton.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on October 14, 2012, 04:27:34 AM
Will they include the Tomb Raider figure in the white fur parka  :P
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 14, 2012, 04:33:06 AM
This one?

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/Artic/80249_Angelina_Jolie_-_Tomb_Raider_11_122_746lo.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on October 14, 2012, 04:35:19 AM
giggity giggity giggity!

:)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on October 14, 2012, 04:42:04 AM
Hmmm....blue ?mark box here only on the iPad. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 14, 2012, 04:45:31 AM
Hmmm....blue ?mark box here only on the iPad.

For which post?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on October 14, 2012, 04:47:45 AM
Reply #2. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 14, 2012, 04:50:36 AM
Try now
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on October 14, 2012, 04:52:16 AM
 :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on October 14, 2012, 09:07:50 AM
Resin kit with a Japanese list of ¥30,000.  :-X  :icon_fsm:

(http://happy.ap.teacup.com/runchickens/timg/middle_1349953430.jpg)

Hobby Fan, BTW, are the parent of AFV Club, so perhaps we'll later see an injected styrene version.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on October 14, 2012, 10:22:46 AM
Nice !!  pity it will be a resin kit :(
Still, there are many different colour-schemes --- US Army, US Navy, Oz Army, Argentine etc from overall natural aluminium, silver, white, red, OD or Gulf-war desert-yellow to various brown cams plus a few with civil Police markings and even a couple with toothy smiles !!

Would make a great diorama as I saw in the 1970's at my local yacht club -- bunch of Army sailors training so us yachties had to beware of their movements.  One LARC coming ashore in the channel at low-tide & getting bogged in the klag of the well-known (to us) mudbank ..... second LARC coming to it's rescue also getting stuck !!  After 2 hours, one managed to free itself but the other had to wait over-night for a wrecker to come & drag it to the shore ;D  Good entertainment !
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: LemonJello on November 25, 2012, 11:35:07 PM
I'll be waiting on the 75mm pack howitzer to be released.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on November 26, 2012, 07:41:09 AM
I'll be waiting on the 75mm pack howitzer to be released.

Me too.  Would like to confirm that it is not the same kit (sprues) that was released under a limited run kit with the Vision Models brand name a couple of years ago. 

Still waiting for the 40mm Bofors ammunition sets to be in stock so I can acquire a couple of those and we can only hope that AFV Club will do the same with the 75mm Pack Howitzer kit and provide sufficient ammunition types with the boxes and packing tubes to support that model. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on November 29, 2012, 11:54:17 AM
Coming Soon From Hobby Fan – 1/35 LARC-V (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo, 5 ton)

([url]http://wwiimodeller.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/Hobby-Fan-HF072-1-35-LARC-V-Lighter-Amphibious-Resupply-Cargo-5-ton.jpg[/url])


Now available at HobbySearch (1999.co.jp) (http://www.1999.co.jp)

Hobby Fan 1:35th scale resin LARC-V Early production, Vietnam War
Kit number HF072,
Price $363.9 USD  (30,000 yen) (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10205063)

For that kind of price I would expect something a bit larger such as the LARC LX/BARC (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LARC-LX) which has no problem carrying a LARC-V (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LARC-V)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Weaver on November 29, 2012, 08:49:40 PM
That's over 200-quid for a model that's just under 32cm long!  :o

What planet are they on? ???
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on November 30, 2012, 02:21:14 AM
Taiwan and the price is typical for their large resin kits:
http://www.hobbyeasy.com/en/category/AF35K/20/1/maker/HBF.html (http://www.hobbyeasy.com/en/category/AF35K/20/1/maker/HBF.html)

Good resin kits are expensive to produce so their profit margin is probably not as large as most
would assume.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on November 30, 2012, 03:05:04 AM
Making something that big, what type of resin do they use ?  I'm using a resin product for doing small things but all I have is 90 seconds to get it into the mould, those big kits would seem to need much longer --
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on November 30, 2012, 05:46:04 AM
there are quite a few different types of resin, the ones that are brittle tend to set faster & generate more heat while doing so.  The drying time of softer resins can be controlled somewhat by the amount of hardner mixed in but there is a limit - too little & it will never harden at all :icon_nif:

The resins that set slower by design are usually for professional use & are only available in bulk ..... so if you use more than 20 ltrs of the stuff each month .....
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on December 03, 2012, 10:51:52 AM
AFV Club 1:35th scale Bofors British QF 40mm Mk III Anti-Aircraft Gun Late Type (http://www.missing-lynx.com/reviews/britain/afvclub35187reviewab_1.html) in-box review with peeeeectures courtesy of HyperScale. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on December 03, 2012, 08:01:30 PM
Oooh, a "Stookey" sight.  Nice.   :))
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Mark Aldrich on December 04, 2012, 10:44:54 AM
Looking really nice.  Need to see how bad that track is actually going to be.  It appears to be vinyl rubberband.

http://www.afv-news.com/afvforum/the-pub/m109a2-howitzer-afv-club/ (http://www.afv-news.com/afvforum/the-pub/m109a2-howitzer-afv-club/)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on December 04, 2012, 10:57:30 AM
[url]http://www.afv-news.com/afvforum/the-pub/m109a2-howitzer-afv-club/[/url] ([url]http://www.afv-news.com/afvforum/the-pub/m109a2-howitzer-afv-club/[/url])


Not that I need another M109 in the stash, I must have enough to field an entire battery plus by now.  The little extras with the AFV Club kit certainly make it attractive though.  Nice that AFV Club will be releasing the M63 Anti-Aircraft Mount for the M2 Browning HB as part of a weapons set.  Wish they would do the same for the howitzer accessories as well. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Mark Aldrich on December 06, 2012, 01:54:35 AM
Me too!  Did not buy the new Kinetic kit because you can't turn it into an IDF vehicle.  I have about 10 of the old Italeri kits and though they are nice, this AFV Club release will probably put it too shame.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Mark Aldrich on December 29, 2012, 05:07:17 AM
Mine arrived yesterday and it is gorgeous!  Down side is you can't make an IDF version out OOTB.  You will need to steal the rear turret plate from the Italeri kit or scratch one.  While the charge box is a seperate item, there are no A1 doors behind it.  Also, while the vinyl track looks great, I think it may be similiar to Dragons DS versions and LONG in the tooth!   
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on May 16, 2013, 07:49:43 AM
According to scalemodels.ru (LINK (http://scalemodels.ru/news/6236-anons-ot-AFV-Club--1-48-F-CK-1-Ching-Kuo.html)), AFV Club's next winged subject will be a 1/48 AIDC F-CK-1 Ching-Kuo!

(http://scalemodels.ru/images/2013/05/1368522668_310181_10152833535980052_1020555788_n.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on May 16, 2013, 03:52:38 PM
Interesting...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on May 17, 2013, 06:11:46 AM
Another "F-16-derivative".    :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on May 17, 2013, 07:20:31 AM
Pity it's the wrong scale.  Still waiting on an accurate 1/72 one.  :(
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: elmayerle on May 17, 2013, 09:24:53 AM
If I was doing a whif air force, it would go well with Macchi 346 trainers since the F124 engines in the trainers are dry versions of the F125 engines in this one.  If one wanted one of these for spare parts, I'd combine the engines with a Falcon 10  airframe (off the top of my head, I believe it was a Falcon 10 and not a Falcon 20) to model the testbed that Garrett AiResearch (now Honeywell) used for them.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on May 17, 2013, 09:55:20 AM
Pity it's the wrong scale.  Still waiting on an accurate 1/72 one.  :(


True! A pity, really, as I would like to try my hand at one of these (found by "dy031101"):

(http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab22/dy031101/Parallel%20World%20and%20What-if/asdftopsideok.jpg)

(http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab22/dy031101/Parallel%20World%20and%20What-if/asdfdownsideok2.jpg)

(http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab22/dy031101/Parallel%20World%20and%20What-if/asdf2downsideok.jpg)

(http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab22/dy031101/Parallel%20World%20and%20What-if/asdffrontsideok.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Weaver on May 17, 2013, 07:43:54 PM
One of those fuselages would look good with F-16XL wings.....
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: elmayerle on May 17, 2013, 07:46:12 PM
Be better off using the wings from a YF-22 or F-22, I'd reckon.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on June 25, 2013, 09:48:48 PM
Something that will make some folks more excited than others is the announcement from AFV Club for the Norwegian Army NM-116 version of the M24 Chaffee (kit number AF35S82) (http://militarymodels.co.nz/2013/06/25/coming-soon-from-afv-club-norwegian-army-nm-116/)

(http://militarymodels.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/AFV-Club-AF35S82-1-35-Norwegian-Army-NM-116.jpg) (http://militarymodels.co.nz/2013/06/25/coming-soon-from-afv-club-norwegian-army-nm-116/)
(Image source: Military Models.NZ Blog (http://militarymodels.co.nz/))
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on June 27, 2013, 07:14:20 AM
Something that will make some folks more excited than others is the announcement from AFV Club for the Norwegian Army NM-116 version of the M24 Chaffee (kit number AF35S82) ([url]http://militarymodels.co.nz/2013/06/25/coming-soon-from-afv-club-norwegian-army-nm-116/[/url])

([url]http://militarymodels.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/AFV-Club-AF35S82-1-35-Norwegian-Army-NM-116.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://militarymodels.co.nz/2013/06/25/coming-soon-from-afv-club-norwegian-army-nm-116/[/url])
(Image source: Military Models.NZ Blog ([url]http://militarymodels.co.nz/[/url]))


Thanks for the news Jeff. That will be a welcome addition.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: tsrjoe on June 28, 2013, 06:15:08 PM
im stil waiting for a kit of the Sisu apc. ... pretty please AFV Club (or Trumpeter, or Dragon, or ...) :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on October 02, 2013, 01:31:02 AM
In-box review of the AFV Club (Kit number AF35S82) 1:35th scale Norwegian NM-116 Tank Destroyer (based on a highly modified M24 Chaffee light tank) (http://modelerssocialclub.proboards.com/thread/5956/afv-club-116-norwegian-chaffee) by Mike Shackelton at the Modelers Social Club Forum

Click on html above or thumbnail to view.

(http://www.1999.co.jp/itbig23/10233404.jpg) (http://modelerssocialclub.proboards.com/thread/5956/afv-club-116-norwegian-chaffee)
(thumbnail image source: HobbySearch, Japan (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10233404))

Modelers Social Club Forum  (http://modelerssocialclub.proboards.com/)

Wikipedia - M24 Chaffee (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M24_Chaffee)

Wikipedia - M24 Chaffee - Foreign Variants - NM-116 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M24_Chaffee#Foreign_variants)

NM-116 - 31 photo walk around of a Norwegian NM-116 at Primeportal.net (http://www.primeportal.net/tanks/erik_torp/nm_116/)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on October 25, 2013, 02:21:18 PM
another part of Hobby Fan / AFV Club.  They have announced two Yugoslav tanks - M3 Stuart mounting a German quad-flak & same mounting the Pak-40.  Also a truck with two Drilling (triple MG) mounts.  All plastic by the looks.

(http://www.1999.co.jp/itbig24/10248374.jpg)
(http://www.1999.co.jp/itbig24/10248373.jpg)
(http://www.1999.co.jp/itbig24/10248376.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on October 25, 2013, 09:42:09 PM
I like the pak 40 version.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on October 29, 2013, 05:06:40 AM
Thanks for those links Jeffry. I just found out today that the kit is out now.  ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 04, 2014, 04:40:41 AM
Some interesting new or upcoming releases from AFV Club (http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/newkitnews/afvclub.html)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on January 04, 2014, 05:09:17 AM
Hmmmm.......the Matador might have to enter the Dakar '47.  ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 04, 2014, 05:17:35 AM
I am liking the Churchill 3in Gun Carrier
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 04, 2014, 12:08:46 PM
Ah, an M60A1!  Just what I've been looking for!  ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on January 04, 2014, 01:49:44 PM
Looking forward to the 6 pounder.
Not looking forward to the gazillion parts it will come with.
Somehow the 9 part Tamiya jobbie sometimes does not look that bad.

Loving the Matador, Something to pull my newly acquired Accurate Armour 5.5inch gun... so you folks can have an injection version.

Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 04, 2014, 09:58:16 PM
I suspect a 5.5in will not be far behind the Matador (pun intended).
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Dr. YoKai on January 05, 2014, 08:20:22 AM
I am liking the Churchill 3in Gun Carrier

 Same here, but the Sea Mines kit has me blinking in astonishment and delight. Whole lotta SF bash potential
 in there
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 05, 2014, 11:16:23 AM
True.  I looked at it and whilst part of me was very interested, the rest struggled to come up with an application.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on January 06, 2014, 01:59:31 AM
True.  I looked at it and whilst part of me was very interested, the rest struggled to come up with an application.

Italeri 1/35th S-Boot.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 06, 2014, 02:42:01 AM
Nah…too obvious... ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on January 06, 2014, 06:16:25 AM
I suspect a 5.5in will not be far behind the Matador (pun intended).

good bet.
But if you have just bought a AA 5.5inch at Scalemodelworld and THEN you see the Matador, there is a certain amount of
Denial you can do for yourself :D

However given the ease of construction of the AA version over the gazillion parts you are bound to get in an AFV club version, outside of price..not sure which may be better in the long run
 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Weaver on January 06, 2014, 08:31:44 AM
The AEC armoured car is nice to see: as far as I know, that's one of the vehicles that there's never been a kit of. (Prefer it in 1/72nd of course...)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 06, 2014, 08:45:45 AM
True.  I looked at it and whilst part of me was very interested, the rest struggled to come up with an application.


Italeri 1/35th S-Boot.


Bit big for an S-Boat.   You'd need a dedicated minelayer to carry that sort of mine around.  Of course, you could use them for Iranian mines, as the Russian mines the Iranians used back in the 1980s were an almost exactly copy of the German mine depicted...

(http://www.dtic.mil/doctrine/docnet/courses/operations/sof/lesson4/casestudy/Iran_Ajar_MINEs.JPG)

Iran Ajr captured 21 September 1987 in the Persian Gulf by US forces.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Dr. YoKai on January 06, 2014, 11:14:23 PM
 Honestly, you lot call your selves whiffers? ;)....besides the S-boot, there's a type XXIII in 1/35 - containers ahead of the sail. The
 landwasser schlepper, one or two on the stern.* Towed behind a Seehund. Hang one under the new Revell Ju 88. Build a bloody
 Trebuchet and park it atop a Tiger chassis.


 * with a little more finnagaling, a completly submersible LWS ?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on January 07, 2014, 12:49:28 AM
<....> Build a bloody
 Trebuchet and park it atop a Tiger chassis. <...>

  :icon_twisted: Now we're talking!   ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 07, 2014, 02:09:16 AM
 :) ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on January 07, 2014, 06:41:04 AM
Build a bloody Trebuchet and park it atop a Tiger chassis.


Guffaw... the visions I am having are gold.. The practicalities of a silent(ish) launch are not lost on me either
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on January 07, 2014, 01:08:27 PM
I was thinking about trebuchet configurations. The trebuchet frame could be centered over the turret ring, which would provide both support for the trebuchet mine sling and a convenient area to load a new mine. It may be easier to have the mines launched to the rear, since it would reduce the travel for the "counterweight" which would be provided by a motor or directly from the main tank engine.

Alternatively, the trebuchet engine could be packed inside a cut down turret and the framework attached to the turret, allowing some azimuth pointing.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 08, 2014, 12:31:48 AM
Don't Bronco do an AEC Mk. III? Or is theirs' a Mk. II? ???

:)

Guy
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 08, 2014, 10:41:27 AM
Don't Bronco do an AEC Mk. III? Or is theirs' a Mk. II? ???

:)

Guy

Miniart does a Mk.I and a Mk.II and a Mk.III
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 09, 2014, 12:45:22 AM
Ah, that's the bunny! :)

1st time back on internet at my accomodation after 3 or 4 weeks of it being down & I wasn't going to waste time looking when I could be here! ;D

:icon_music:

Guy
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 19, 2014, 02:51:16 AM
Jan/Feb 2014 releases:

(https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-WHMxQS7x38Y%2FUtlEw5k5-EI%2FAAAAAAAAxeo%2FIK-D6MMTrn0%2Fs1600%2FAF35263%2BAEC%2BTruck%2BEarly%2Btype%2B(1).jpg&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*)
(https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-TxMOY9hZP1Y%2FUtlEvYmkIuI%2FAAAAAAAAxeg%2FsqabOcA3t34%2Fs1600%2FAF35219%2BQF%2B6%2BPounder%2BAirborne%2B(1).jpg&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*)
(https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-A3wr8OF8wWA%2FUtlEkVuAaXI%2FAAAAAAAAxeY%2F7jJT2fKVYOc%2Fs1600%2FAf35201%2B135%2BValentine%2BMk.Iii%2BWRotatrailer%2B(1).jpg&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*)
(https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-2zqOvZSoCfI%2FUtlExGRpgJI%2FAAAAAAAAxes%2Fd3VOEkvTAMU%2Fs1600%2FAF35253%2BBritish%2B3%2Binch%2BGun%2Bchurchill%2Btank%2B(1).jpg&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*)

More detailed pics/info here (http://www.themodellingnews.com/2014/01/afv-clubs-four-brand-new-year-kits.html)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 19, 2014, 08:41:42 AM
Sorry, picture of the rototrailer is all wrong.  It should show it abandoned on the side of some lonely desert track! ;D

They weren't popular because of the way the fuel leaked out of the hubs where it was stored.  The seams leaked like sieves apparently.

The 3in looks interesting.  Great Whiff picture. It's a brave man indeed who used the Lakeman MG mount.  Usually it would be in danger of all the springs wrapping the mount around him!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on January 19, 2014, 08:46:10 AM
Sorry, picture of the rototrailer is all wrong.  It should show it abandoned on the side of some lonely desert track! ;D

They weren't popular because of the way the fuel leaked out of the hubs where it was stored.  The seams leaked like sieves apparently.

The 3in looks interesting.  Great Whiff picture. It's a brave man indeed who used the Lakeman MG mount.  Usually it would be in danger of all the springs wrapping the mount around him!  ;D ;D
  Faults or not, I would love to have a half-dozen of the Rota-Trailers in a supply train as they are perfect for a science fiction project :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 20, 2014, 12:35:41 AM
Matador.... Ni-ice! 8)

I might get me a couple or 3. ;)

:icon_music:

Guy
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 20, 2014, 02:42:48 AM
AFV Club 1/35 Churchill TLC Type-A w/Carpet Laying Device, announced for future release:

(http://www.myhobbyinfo.com/images/largepic/AFV35285.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on June 20, 2014, 02:56:08 AM
Will it come with the "carpet", I wonder? ???
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 27, 2014, 02:38:07 AM
Also announced:  1/35 Churchill AVRE w/Snake Launcher:

(http://www.myhobbyinfo.com/images/largepic/AFV35259.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on June 27, 2014, 06:00:03 AM
([url]http://www.myhobbyinfo.com/images/largepic/AFV35285.jpg[/url])
Will it come with the "carpet", I wonder? ???


apparently not - space for the after-market guys.
As there were several versions of both the launcher bobbins & the carpets too, I can see many possibilities for this kit.
Note :- this kit is not of the first type used at Dieppe.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 21, 2014, 02:40:47 AM
Fist a pair of 1/35 M24 Chaffee Light Tanks:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/af35s84_zpsaaae2371.jpg)
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/af35s74_zpsa73a3513.jpg)

And then there is this…a 1:1 7.5cm Kwk.40 ammunition... :-\:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/af61004_zps18c851b5.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on August 21, 2014, 09:45:27 AM
1:1?  Are they planning a gun to go with it?   :o
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on August 21, 2014, 10:35:40 AM
Well, they are soft, inflatable plastic ... so an accessory for Girls-und-Panzer cosplay.  ;)

Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 21, 2014, 04:00:47 PM
Well, they are soft, inflatable plastic ... so an accessory for Girls-und-Panzer cosplay.  ;)


Mmmmm....cosplay:

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fp4OW4hphkk/UdbkmJBIqKI/AAAAAAAADms/lbFeyO5VP7c/s1600/DSCF2475.JPG)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Weaver on October 06, 2014, 06:39:58 AM
1/48th "Mig-28" from Top Gun:
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AR48S09.jpg)
http://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AR48S09 (http://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AR48S09)

Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 06, 2014, 12:21:40 PM
Hobby Fan M56 Scorpion announced:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/imagejpg1_zps217f4f26.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on December 06, 2014, 12:47:00 PM
I was hoping for this and now I am curious to see what the price will be for this kit on this side of the Pacific Rim: AFV Club 1:35th scale Rota Trailer with 2pdr ammunition and PE ammunition boxes (kit number FV35264) (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10303775)

(http://www.1999.co.jp/itbig30/10303775.jpg) (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10303775)

If the price is "right" I might just have to get me a half-dozen of the things to make a Rota Trailer supply train :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Weaver on February 17, 2015, 08:15:58 AM
The ROTA trailer's out now: £17 in the Uk, no idea what the US price is.

(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35264.jpg)

http://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35264 (http://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35264)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on March 28, 2015, 07:37:14 AM
From the Perth site.

http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/newkitnews/ding-hao.html (http://www.perthmilitarymodelling.com/newkitnews/ding-hao.html)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 05, 2016, 02:22:55 AM
New one coming:

(http://www.armorama.com/photos/news/21311/husky.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on January 07, 2016, 01:55:53 AM
Hooray for AFV Club! I can now build this scene in styrene!

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5796/21701695629_944f8ef152_k.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 07, 2016, 02:41:48 AM
I can now build this scene in styrene!


I was waiting for someone to say that.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2016, 04:36:38 AM
Another 1/35 release:

(http://www.armorama.com/photos/news/22096/12983388_1036482216397297_8513392593245243253_o.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: KiwiZac on April 11, 2016, 04:41:24 AM
I have their Centurion 5/1 on the way from an eBay seller - only $10 more expensive that the Tamiya one I missed out on - and from all I've read it's a gorgeous kit. I'm excited to get it in-hand! Destined to be a Vietnam veteran Aussie one now privately owned over there, in case anyone was curious  :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on April 28, 2016, 06:31:52 AM
From their Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1044908382221347.1073741927.236926266352900&type=3 (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1044908382221347.1073741927.236926266352900&type=3)

M37B1 3/4 ton cargo truck.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on April 28, 2016, 10:35:04 AM
A long overdue kit!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on April 28, 2016, 10:55:34 AM
I wonder of Roden releasing their's was the impetus for AFV Club to finally add an M37 to their line of Dodge 4X4s.  ;D

(http://www.stevenshobby.com/si/..%5Csi%5CProductFiles%5Crod806.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on April 29, 2016, 06:26:18 AM
I wonder of Roden releasing their's was the impetus for AFV Club to finally add an M37 to their line of Dodge 4X4s.  ;D

([url]http://www.stevenshobby.com/si/..%5Csi%5CProductFiles%5Crod806.jpg[/url])


Technically,the B1 was different.  Now sure how different.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: jcf on April 29, 2016, 08:08:29 AM
I wonder of Roden releasing their's was the impetus for AFV Club to finally add an M37 to their line of Dodge 4X4s.  ;D

([url]http://www.stevenshobby.com/si/..%5Csi%5CProductFiles%5Crod806.jpg[/url])


Technically,the B1 was different.  Now sure how different.

Mostly internal changes, wiring connectors etc., major external is the moving of the spare tire mount to the driver's door,
which according to the boxtop art makes the Roden kit a B1.
 ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 30, 2016, 04:14:10 AM
Something new coming soon:

(http://res.luckymodel.com/img/PI000000227140.jpg)(http://thumbs3.picclick.com/d/l400/pict/311591264234_/Ding-Hao-hobby-1-35-T-77-Multiple-Gun-Motor-Carriage.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 30, 2016, 04:17:27 AM
More photos:

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t31.0-8/10001009_1017510014961184_5504193432004302607_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/10633447_1017510051627847_4878111301023975811_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/11705524_1017510184961167_5411167921874452641_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/t31.0-8/1796865_1017510228294496_84891835093192645_o.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on April 30, 2016, 06:20:47 AM
Something new coming soon:

([url]http://res.luckymodel.com/img/PI000000227140.jpg[/url])([url]http://thumbs3.picclick.com/d/l400/pict/311591264234_/Ding-Hao-hobby-1-35-T-77-Multiple-Gun-Motor-Carriage.jpg[/url])


Another must have.  That thing would be devastating in a ground firing role. ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Volkodav on April 30, 2016, 06:29:37 PM
Whiffing the whiff, if six M2 .50cals fit then so should four 20mm.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Zaskar24 on May 01, 2016, 12:31:07 AM
Whiffing the whiff, if six M2 .50cals fit then so should four 20mm.

It probably would with the elimination of the middle pair. That would have been a great weapon to have in Korea against the massed wave attacks the Chinese used.

Or a route protection vehicle in Vietnam to tear up large portions of the jungle in the case of an ambush.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on May 01, 2016, 01:15:19 AM
Whiffing the whiff, if six M2 .50cals fit then so should four 20mm.

It probably would with the elimination of the middle pair. That would have been a great weapon to have in Korea against the massed wave attacks the Chinese used.

Or a route protection vehicle in Vietnam to tear up large portions of the jungle in the case of an ambush.

Or zombies. ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on May 01, 2016, 04:37:13 AM
Whiffing the whiff, if six M2 .50cals fit then so should four 20mm.

What?  And loose that porcupine look?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on May 01, 2016, 06:56:04 PM
Cal.50's 'd do the job fine without the pyrotechnics.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Zaskar24 on May 01, 2016, 10:16:01 PM
Cal.50's 'd do the job fine without the pyrotechnics.

Why just do fine when you can do fine with the pyrotechnics?  >:D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Feldmarschall Zod on May 02, 2016, 06:09:50 AM
Mine would have six 7.62 mm machine guns.  Would carry more ammo to kill more zombies.  >:D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 05, 2016, 03:49:01 AM
1/35 Aircat Airboat announced:

(http://www.armorama.com/photos/news/23156/hf1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: KiwiZac on September 05, 2016, 04:44:57 AM
Well that's neat!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Volkodav on September 05, 2016, 04:58:09 PM
Mine would have six 7.62 mm machine guns.  Would carry more ammo to kill more zombies.  >:D

How about a dozen 5.56mm miniguns?  Or several dozen .22" LR?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on September 05, 2016, 09:06:20 PM
I've always wondered about the practicality of those multi-gun projects. What I've read was those .5's fired at about 1100 rounds a minute, so X6 you're looking at 6600 rounds fired in a minute. How much room is needed to store that amount of ammo? 1 minutes worth of firing doesn't make it very good in my opinion
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on September 05, 2016, 10:34:11 PM
North American P-51 Mustang: approx. 30 sec of firing time
Guns: 6 × 0.50 caliber (12.7mm) AN/M2 Browning machine guns with 1,840 total rounds (380 rounds for each on the inboard pair, and 270 rounds for each of the outer two pair)
Rate of fire: 750–850 rounds/min (AN/M2)

Hawker Hurricane/Supermarine Spitfire: approx. 18 sec/19 sec of firing time
8 × .303 in Browning Mk II* machine guns (Spitfire - 350 rounds per gun) (Hurricane - inner guns 338 rounds, next gun 324 rounds, outer guns 338 rounds)
Rate of fire: initially 1,100 rounds/min

Given the above, 1 minute of firing time sounds pretty good.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on September 06, 2016, 02:01:46 AM
In an aircraft I would agree with you, but this is a tank --- firing during air combat wasn't done at minutes at a time, anti-aircraft was just a continuous stream of firing. you'd need to be able to carry 1/2 hour or more of firing time. You'd just not be able to stuff that much ammo into the turret area.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on September 06, 2016, 02:29:10 AM
The  ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" carries 2000 rnds and fires at 3400-4000 rpm. So about half a minute total firing time. Of course this machine is radar guided so it would be easier to fire short bursts and be effective. Plus there would be more than one vehicle so one could be firing while others reload. Multi guns increase the rpm and anything that does that uses up ammo at that rate. Also applies to "gatling" type weapons too.

Same trade off between larger calibers vs smaller calibers. Larger calibers hit harder but its more difficult to carry large amounts of ammo. Same augment has been going on concerning the M-16 for generations now.

Mine would have six 7.62 mm machine guns.  Would carry more ammo to kill more zombies.  >:D

Plus you can't kill a zombie, they're already dead. :o ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on December 09, 2016, 01:49:31 AM
AFV Club  has announced a M728 Combat Engineer Vehicle is in the works.  This coming kit should be based on their already release M60 tank kits, and should be a real hit.  No release date as of yet, but stay tuned for more details as the become available.

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Fcd1WZqxngo/WEltJGffsMI/AAAAAAAAJA8/YwlneGrqFOogKOiQb8JD2wTZLYRuZ72qwCLcB/s1600/afv1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on December 09, 2016, 02:46:52 AM
About time!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on December 09, 2016, 07:19:16 AM
Cool! 8)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 28, 2017, 03:53:58 AM
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/16299669_1276206499091533_5231643319308980993_o.jpg?oh=adb7dd065e54bd7ef112fab8a31df073&oe=590F092D)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on January 28, 2017, 08:18:37 AM
I wish I could read Chinese! What is that?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on January 28, 2017, 08:50:58 AM
It is the Republic of China (Taiwan) Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation AIDC F-CK-1 Ching-kuo (經國號戰機)  (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AIDC_F-CK-1_Ching-kuol) commonly known as the Indigenous Defense Fighter (IDF).

(http://cdn-www.airliners.net/photos/airliners/6/7/9/1671976.jpg?v=v40)

Source: Airliners.net
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 11, 2017, 02:20:53 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/24944/afv1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on April 11, 2017, 12:04:45 PM
Bah!  Wrong scale!  When are they going to make one in the true scale?    :(
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 11, 2017, 05:59:40 PM
Bah!  Wrong scale!  When are they going to make one in the true scale?    :(

Speak for yourself
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 11, 2017, 06:04:40 PM
Bah!  Wrong scale!  When are they going to make one in the true scale?    :(

I'm confused! :-\

'Coz 1/48 IS the ONE TRUE SCALE*! :)





* : Well, for aircraft, at least. ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 29, 2017, 02:27:06 AM
1/35 M109A3 2.5-Ton 6×6 Shop Van:

(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/AF35304_zpsiehlqpqh.jpg)
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/AF35304_06_zpskzcqiunh.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 13, 2017, 05:29:47 AM
A very tempting upcoming release:

(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20369656_1455509807827867_5814360578305574105_o.jpg?oh=a49944bea2718774c730ed5124643e29&oe=59EDE5D2)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20645507_1469227146456133_8859999984404887320_o.jpg?oh=1506422cc0188b389689c8e88cf72aa8&oe=5A22D192)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20728769_1469227236456124_8332845289430560373_o.jpg?oh=b0ead825494675726f313f5516c95fe8&oe=59EEE0A8)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20728869_1469227113122803_8415911610120529733_o.jpg?oh=f17ea61e017de5611f3a8510aa35a527&oe=5A332D16)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20643452_1470118979700283_6530179600316495783_o.jpg?oh=ad596bc50efa4c1cc162f37965681439&oe=59F1A587)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20690199_1470118973033617_2384949520762900374_o.jpg?oh=002e97b4ed21deecfa32d2f52161b26c&oe=59ED1725)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20729052_1470118969700284_7579136094369385354_o.jpg?oh=4e23ef71157aab8558b6b7511d0aebc9&oe=5A26FB7D)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/20746269_1470119026366945_221627692894626206_o.jpg?oh=8a7676808b5d235574ad456eac4113f7&oe=5A23E280)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 30, 2017, 04:03:50 AM
1/48 HESA Saeqeh-80:

(https://s26.postimg.org/ds3ybo4qh/1_170929115102_4_1.jpg)

1/35 HAWK:

(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/22137217_1512888742089973_8158943903802266093_o.jpg?oh=4ac35f11c6f1fb2ca4c3bd0083decd25&oe=5A44CE51)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on September 30, 2017, 10:52:31 AM
M-54 5 ton truck announced too. Not holding my breath on a release date.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Daryl J. on September 30, 2017, 10:54:44 AM
The HESA I would build.   In Khemed markings.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 25, 2017, 01:38:17 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/26916/cover.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 23, 2017, 01:56:29 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/27230/001.jpg)

One comment I read:  "It looks as if AFV Club will be releasing their 1/48 scale F-5 in Iraninan Air Force markings".  ???  Well Doh!  Who's else would they be considering given it only exists in Iran?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 08, 2018, 02:55:35 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/27675/26168858_1606930552685791_7907182839193529106_n.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 08, 2018, 09:47:12 AM
I keep to-ing & fro-ing about whether to buy a M60A2 or not.

Anyone know if there's a PE/metal 1/35 GAU-8 barrel set available &, if so, where I can get one? ???



Otherwise, I could always try the 1/32 Fairchild A-10 Thunderbolt II - GAU-8 Avenger Gun Tip from Master Models, which scales out to about 32.8mm (but I'd still have to figure out barrels & a support structure), or I could always drop down to a mere 20mm M-61 Vulcan (for which I already have the barrel set).

I could probably re-purpose a 1/350 ship's search radar &/or scratch build that & an enclosed targeting radar, for acquisition & tracking.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on January 08, 2018, 10:38:15 AM
Anyone know if there's a PE/metal 1/35 GAU-8 barrel set available &, if so, where I can get one? ???

Guy,

Why not go with the T250 six-barrel 37 mm Gatling gun that was part of the T249 Vigilante Air Defense System (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T249_Vigilante)?  This would be the ideal weapon system for shredding ground targets in 'War Hammer 40K' mode.   :smiley:

(https://i.redd.it/r8lxthhk2zwz.jpg) 
(Image source: Reddit.Com > War Thunder > T249 vigilante with an 37mm Gatling gun (https://www.reddit.com/r/Warthunder/comments/7bu6kl/plox_gajiin_t249_vigilante_with_an_37mm_gatling/)) 

The T250 was revisited and chambered in 35mm for the DIVADS program so it has potential.  Personally I would rather see a 57mm chain gun in the M60A2 turret just because. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on January 08, 2018, 11:21:07 AM
You could just scratchbuild the gun in 1/35 scale, as I did with my M111 SPAA Gun (http://beyondthesprues.com/Forum/index.php?topic=4777.msg77689#msg77689):

(http://imageshack.com/a/img633/8666/thxI6Q.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 08, 2018, 10:34:48 PM
You could just scratchbuild the gun in 1/35 scale, as I did with my M111 SPAA Gun ([url]http://beyondthesprues.com/Forum/index.php?topic=4777.msg77689#msg77689[/url]):


That's pretty much what I was implying with "Otherwise, I could always try the 1/32 Fairchild A-10 Thunderbolt II - GAU-8 Avenger Gun Tip from Master Models, which scales out to about 32.8mm (but I'd still have to figure out barrels & a support structure)", using the 1/32 gun tip as a starting point for a slightly larger weapon (or just say it's 30mm - who'd really know the difference?).
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on January 08, 2018, 10:45:25 PM
Anyone know if there's a PE/metal 1/35 GAU-8 barrel set available &, if so, where I can get one? ???

Guy,

Why not go with the T250 six-barrel 37 mm Gatling gun that was part of the T249 Vigilante Air Defense System (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T249_Vigilante)?  This would be the ideal weapon system for shredding ground targets in 'War Hammer 40K' mode.   :smiley:

(https://i.redd.it/r8lxthhk2zwz.jpg) 
(Image source: Reddit.Com > War Thunder > T249 vigilante with an 37mm Gatling gun (https://www.reddit.com/r/Warthunder/comments/7bu6kl/plox_gajiin_t249_vigilante_with_an_37mm_gatling/)) 

The T250 was revisited and chambered in 35mm for the DIVADS program so it has potential.  Personally I would rather see a 57mm chain gun in the M60A2 turret just because.

Not really into armour but I had wondered if there was bigger rotary cannons than the GAU-8. Did they ever try a 40mm?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 08, 2018, 10:48:03 PM
 ;D As you were writing that, kintut617, I was writing this:

Personally I would rather see a 57mm chain gun in the M60A2 turret just because.

Don't want a chain gun for this, Jeff. Multi-barrel looks better. ;)

Why not go with the T250 six-barrel 37 mm Gatling gun that was part of the T249 Vigilante Air Defense System (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T249_Vigilante)?  This would be the ideal weapon system for shredding ground targets in 'War Hammer 40K' mode.   :smiley:

The T250 was revisited and chambered in 35mm for the DIVADS program so it has potential.

Neither of those were put into production, so if I went that route why not buy 3 or 4 of these& create a 40mm 3-barrel or 4-barrel Gatling gun?
(https://www.bnamodelworld.com/bmz_cache/2/24bde75c08dc533cd47cd00d73e060df.image.500x351.jpg)
https://www.bnamodelworld.com/military-vehicles-tanks-gun-barrels-rb-models-rb-35b97?zenid=e09e8ca541e39b4203342f639bf913a6 (https://www.bnamodelworld.com/military-vehicles-tanks-gun-barrels-rb-models-rb-35b97?zenid=e09e8ca541e39b4203342f639bf913a6)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 08, 2018, 11:05:01 PM
In response to your question, kitnut, the short answer is "No".

You've got;

M61 Vulcan 6-barrel 20mm
Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-6-23 - 6-barrel 23mm
GAU-8/A Avenger - 7-barrel 30mm
GAU-13/A - 4-barrel variant of GAU-8
Gryazev-Shipunov GSh-6-30 - 6-barrel 30mm
GAU-12/U Equalizer - 5-barrel 25mm
GAU-22/A - 4-barrel variant of GAU-12
T249 Vigilante - 37mm or 35mm variants

(Note: These are cannon only & the list doesn't include machine-gun calibred weapons like the mini-gun.)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on January 08, 2018, 11:54:36 PM
Thanks Guy   :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on January 09, 2018, 12:41:08 AM
I hate you, Jeff! ::)

I just ordered all 5 of those 40mm barrels available ... Now I have to buy a M60A2! :o
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 09, 2018, 03:07:02 AM
I hate you, Jeff! ::)

I just ordered all 5 of those 40mm barrels available ... Now I have to buy a M60A2! :o

Nice one Jeff. ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on January 09, 2018, 03:51:39 AM
I hate you, Jeff! ::)

I just ordered all 5 of those 40mm barrels available ... Now I have to buy a M60A2! :o
My work here is done :P





However, I must add that a completely fictitious 57mm Chain Gun is more appealing as there are few barrels required and the M60A2 turret seems built for that purpose with narrow frontal silhouette.  Elevation for your Gatling Gun weapon will be just as problematic due to the limited elevation and depression featured with the original weapon system (152mm gun/missile launcher).  There is a 40mm Chain Gun available but the ammunition for that weapon is a 'Telescoping Round' and not the same as the 40mm/L60 or 40mm/L70 Bofors.

For Robert/KitNut617: Largest calibre for Gatling Gun was as far as I can tell is the 37mm round that was developed from a 40mm Bofors cartridge by reducing length and caliber to 37mm.  Why reduce the size?  I would imagine a 40mm/L60 round would be just as effective as the 37mm round developed for the T250 37mm Gatling Gun/Cannon.   The only reason I can think of for reducing the caliber to 37mm may have been to weapons classification where weapons under a certain bore size are determined to be light weapons and not heavy weapons.  See this a lot when describing types of artillery so that may be the reason why.  Not that it really matters to the person being shot at as all guns are a threat, no matter what the bore size is. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: finsrin on January 09, 2018, 04:46:36 AM
Super for S.E.A. brown water navy.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Dr. YoKai on January 09, 2018, 05:21:45 AM
The largest multi-barreled rotary cannon was the 47 mm Hotchkiss, if memory serves - but it was hand cranked, purely mechanical weapon. A bit more data here: https://www.forgottenweapons.com/manual-machine-guns/hotchkiss-revolving-cannon/ (https://www.forgottenweapons.com/manual-machine-guns/hotchkiss-revolving-cannon/)

(Interesting revelation - Hotchkiss evidently made them as large as 53 mm according to the link. )
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 08, 2018, 05:43:39 AM
Some scary looking offers:

(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/29791082_1698209376891241_1829906119272468643_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=095288ad54fdbb144a1e3f1349f37328&oe=5B2ED936)
(https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/29597892_1698199060225606_5645164542192972605_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=c2577cdddd0d10e1eb644f2da78745a4&oe=5B272276)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on April 08, 2018, 06:01:58 PM
Zombie Plow ??

both make a big vehicle look even bigger
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on April 09, 2018, 01:23:47 AM
With the soon to be available LVT(H)-6 kit it would appear that by swapping out the turret with that of an M42 Duster you can also have an SPAAG version of the LVT(P)-5/LVT(H)-6.  :)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 09, 2018, 09:12:12 AM
(http://russian-tanks.com/img/a_5_22.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2018, 01:58:08 AM
 :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on April 10, 2018, 02:15:58 AM
I'm now confused, is that a Russian tank or an American one
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 10, 2018, 08:41:42 AM
I'm now confused, is that a Russian tank or an American one

American, the only image I could find was on Russian-Tanks.com
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on April 10, 2018, 08:48:55 AM
I'm now confused, is that a Russian tank or an American one

American, the only image I could find was on Russian-Tanks.com

Thanks Guy.  OK, so it's an amphibian but how is it powered in the water? The tracks don't seem to have paddles on the track links like on the Buffalo amphib'
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on April 10, 2018, 10:57:13 AM
What are those circular plates that look like return rollers over the main wheels? Are they for cleaning mud off the wheels?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Ifor on April 10, 2018, 12:38:20 PM
It's an LVTP 5. In service in from 1950s onwards. Used by USMC and Philippine marines. The AD version was prototyped  only. I think they were used at the Danang landings. Ive got the afv Kit its a big one.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 10, 2018, 01:07:21 PM
I'm now confused, is that a Russian tank or an American one


American, the only image I could find was on Russian-Tanks.com


Thanks Guy.  OK, so it's an amphibian but how is it powered in the water? The tracks don't seem to have paddles on the track links like on the Buffalo amphib'


It's based on the LTV-5;

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LVT-5 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LVT-5)

http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/LVTP-5.php (http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/LVTP-5.php)

Quote
The vehicle tracks were made with inverted grousers which propelled the LVTP5 in the water and also served as center guide teeth.

From here: http://afvdb.50megs.com/usa/lvtp5.html (http://afvdb.50megs.com/usa/lvtp5.html)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 18, 2018, 01:56:23 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/28652/AF35300_BOX.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 19, 2018, 06:29:09 AM
1/35 PBV 302 B/C:

(http://www.hobbyfan.com.tw/Uploads/2018/03/16R1803169820/HF085_01.png)
(http://www.hobbyfan.com.tw/Uploads/2018/03/16K1803169837/HF085_02.png)
(http://www.hobbyfan.com.tw/Uploads/2018/03/16C1803166256/HF085_03.png)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 19, 2018, 09:26:19 AM
Had to look that one up. Interesting, especially the engine location - don't often think of AFV's as "mid-engined" vehicles.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on April 19, 2018, 10:22:22 AM
Interesting.  Last use of the 38t chassis?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 20, 2018, 01:50:23 AM
Interesting.  Last use of the 38t chassis?


I don't think so, but it is a sister to the Ikv 91:

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e1/Ikv_91_a.jpg/1600px-Ikv_91_a.jpg)

Which you can also get a kit of from AFV:

(http://hobbyfan.com.tw/Uploads/2018/01/25A1801253089/HF065_01.png)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Volkodav on April 20, 2018, 11:47:41 AM
The preceding 301 was the one that was built on evolved 38t chassis.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on April 20, 2018, 12:08:33 PM
It sounds like the tank version of the Ship of Theseus (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ship_of_Theseus)

Very little is left of the 38t other than tracks and wheels.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 21, 2018, 01:47:23 AM
The preceding 301 was the one that was built on evolved 38t chassis.

Indeed...and with a funky 20mm cannon:

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/15284384122_858fd26062_b.jpg)

Which I just discovered there is supposedly a kit of... ;)

(https://www.scalemates.com/products/img/0/2/3/604023-13385-49-pristine.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on April 21, 2018, 08:51:38 AM
As soon as Greg purchases the resin kit there will be an announcement that the same subject will be available as an injection molded plastic kit  :P
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Volkodav on April 21, 2018, 09:52:53 AM
We should all chip in to Greg's ludicrously expensive resin kit acquisitions as I believe the mainstream kit manufacturers hack his emails to see what he's ordering to determine what to develop next.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 22, 2018, 02:16:03 AM
Ok you pair of clowns, I expect to see your donations come though any day now...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 24, 2018, 02:46:42 AM
This was released last year:

(https://www.scalemates.com/products/img/2/6/0/1076260-14383-39-pristine.jpg)

Now, one of you lot buy it so as to trigger a non-resin version... >:(
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on May 02, 2018, 07:57:20 AM
^ shoulda built it with the sideskirts on!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on May 03, 2018, 01:22:26 AM
^ shoulda built it with the sideskirts on!

Well, it is an option...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 20, 2018, 02:09:36 AM
1/48th Curtiss BF2C-1 Hawk III coming:

(https://www.britmodeller.com/forums/applications/core/interface/imageproxy/imageproxy.php?img=https://s33.postimg.cc/a6xix6rj3/35534036.jpg&key=f020af3bf307677f4816d4160b5c4db4102e429d827da253e5b78d8bc6bad674)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on July 19, 2018, 01:27:26 AM
Announced they are doing a Dragoon variant of their very nice Stryker kit.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 23, 2018, 04:17:46 AM
(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/GTwiner/image.jpg29_zps433wnttk.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 23, 2018, 07:05:56 AM
(https://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/29966/a4.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on September 29, 2018, 08:58:37 AM
Coming soon 1/48 U-2A. This build will be making its debut at the All Japan Model & Hobby Show Sept. 28-30 2018.

(https://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/photos/news/30043/001.jpg)

(https://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/photos/news/30043/004.jpg)

(https://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/photos/news/30043/003.jpg)

(https://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/photos/news/30043/002.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Dr. YoKai on October 02, 2018, 05:06:07 AM
 I suspect someone's happy in Australia.... ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: elmayerle on October 02, 2018, 06:50:23 AM
So who is producing the 1/58 figure of Francis Gary Powers?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on November 21, 2018, 10:25:00 PM
A U-2 overflight has been detected.

(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AR48114.jpg?t=1542798411)

https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AR48114 (https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AR48114)

And a comprehensive decal sheet from Caracal to complement it.

(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/CD48118.jpg?t=)
https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/CD48118 (https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/CD48118)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 22, 2018, 01:24:13 AM
I wonder...Israeli U-2 anyone?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 23, 2018, 01:54:29 AM
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/48389022_2039585056087003_4144742242067677184_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=9be8a032746f3c89b62b30b4d74460b2&oe=5CDF7483)
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/49446054_2055574757821366_5954725362788204544_o.jpg?_nc_cat=103&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=5ca7c9356e9008f3bd755622aed5f817&oe=5D26F607)
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/49771509_2063858710326304_6940992060316975104_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=df5ac608a1b34ade17dc92acfd0de595&oe=5D1AEFFC)
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52611757_2126233084088866_6773988501894463488_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=7821ac6d6dabef97d27bed6c62671f6d&oe=5D1982F0)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 07, 2019, 02:03:54 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/31526/a1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on March 07, 2019, 04:35:03 AM
"CANNON TEAL" is an odd name.  Was that the code name for the MAP program that provided the LVTH-6 and AMTRACs to Taiwan?

LVTH-6 is definitely going on my wish list. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 09, 2019, 04:01:18 AM
Something perfect for a Cold War gone hot diorama:

(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/31561/a1.jpg)
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/31561/a2.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on March 09, 2019, 09:24:26 AM
@GTX/Greg - any information on when that wall section will be available? 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 10, 2019, 03:19:24 AM
No information as far as I am aware...though dare I say, it will probably be out before another wall is up ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Dr. YoKai on March 11, 2019, 11:47:30 PM
No information as far as I am aware...though dare I say, it will probably be out before another wall is up ;)

Amen to that.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 30, 2019, 05:05:04 AM
1/35 M1 203mm Howitzer:
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/55744554_2172443649467809_877098133627076608_o.jpg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=4c92c04a2c6c88d9f4b78d43d77063fc&oe=5D09CC6D)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on March 30, 2019, 08:17:24 AM
New parts, new box art?  Wonder if they are including figures with this latest rebox effort?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on March 30, 2019, 11:50:39 AM
Will all the figures have their fingers in there ears?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 31, 2019, 04:20:32 AM
New parts, new box art?  Wonder if they are including figures with this latest rebox effort?

Comment from AFV club re changes from earlier version:

"Not much, this is a World War II version (of course, this section also has some artillery to continue to serve after World War II), the previous is M115 is the configuration after World War II, there will be different places in the details."
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 13, 2019, 02:47:23 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33047/c.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 13, 2019, 02:47:39 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33045/afv.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on August 13, 2019, 07:02:17 PM
Whew, so glad I finished my conversion for a Korean Mk III last year. Would hate to hold you blokes up. :icon_crap:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on August 14, 2019, 10:20:47 AM
Whew, so glad I finished my conversion for a Korean Mk III last year. Would hate to hold you blokes up. :icon_crap:

Thanks, Brian! :smiley: 8)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on August 17, 2019, 03:32:51 AM
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33073/i1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on August 17, 2019, 10:31:51 PM
Nice! Like the art work, too. :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 03, 2019, 02:00:24 AM
1/35 M1269 ICV Stryker Dragoon coming:

(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33212/afv1.jpg)
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33212/afv6.jpg)
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33212/afv3.jpg)
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33212/afv2.jpg)
(http://www.kitmaker.net/photos/news/33212/afv5.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on September 03, 2019, 08:16:27 AM
Of course! Because I bought the Panda version. ::) ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on September 03, 2019, 08:27:50 AM
Of course! Because I bought the Panda version. ::) ;)

Just one? I picked up a pair of the Panda kits.  Now I have to contemplate acquiring the AFV Club version just in case the parts count is greater ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on September 03, 2019, 08:44:46 AM
I only have 6 Stryker's in the stash (5 variants) plus left-over parts from the High Mobility Battlefield Logistics Transport vehicle. 2 x ICV's, 1 x CV/TACP, 1 x Dragoon IFV, 1 x MGS, 1 x ESV. Probably need to buy another recce version, though. Pretty decent Armoured Infantry platoon combat team.

How many more, do you reckon, to have a company combat team? ??? ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on September 03, 2019, 10:21:50 AM
Depends on the TO&E. 

***edit to provide more information***

Since I had no clue as to what the numbers are for the Stryker family of vehicles operated by and organic to a typical Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) I did a little digging and found a link to a discussion forum where some numbers are given.  To preserve this topic and prevent going off on a tangent the information with link was sent to your eMail address. 

A quick look at Wiki provided this link: Brigade Combat Team (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brigade_combat_team) which is a bit light on numbers but gives you an overview of the SBCT if you scroll down to that portion of the page. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on September 03, 2019, 11:25:52 AM
Ta! :smiley:

It was more in jest than serious - I ain't that rich! ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on September 03, 2019, 11:35:19 AM
I thought it wise to look it up as I really had not given it much thought over the years.  My interests were more inclined towards the M113 family of vehicles but times have changed and the Stryker and other vehicles like it are now the favourite means of getting around nowadays.   
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: kitnut617 on September 03, 2019, 09:58:08 PM
M113 Jeff ? I had to go look that up  ----     ;D    :P 
Title: Mr. AFV Club visiting IPMS-Seattle
Post by: jcf on September 12, 2019, 01:56:24 AM
We're going to have a guest at our club meeting this Saturday, 14-09-19


"Mr. AFV Club" is attending this Saturday!

Greetings All -
 
Member Pei Chi has informed me that he will be escorting the President of AFV Club to our club meeting
this Saturday.  Mr. Tserng will be in town visiting local museums before flying down to LA.
 
I thought it would be nice for him to see some of his company's products on display when he comes, so I am
inviting everyone to bring their completed AFV Club builds - if you want to.  I am not sure how long he can
stay, so I am guessing that these will go on a different table or tables than the normal show and tell stuff.
 
AFV Club specializes in armor kits, but they also produce many fine aircraft and other types of models in
their inventory.  Mr. Tserng has been supplying free models to reviewers for a few years now.  It would
be nice to show him what we've done (in person).  But this is entirely voluntary - I know how easy it is
to damage models in transit!
 
Thanks - and I'll see you all Saturday!
 
Eric
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 12, 2019, 02:25:55 AM
 :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on September 12, 2019, 05:45:30 PM
Cool! 8)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Chris on September 12, 2019, 09:25:02 PM
Always interesting for both sides of the hobby to meet up Jon. Helps a greater understanding to develop
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on December 15, 2019, 02:58:50 AM
(https://scontent.fbne6-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/77374513_2654705177908318_4917611376370778112_o.jpg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_ohc=scgXNG6cOL8AQnDSgTHhhjrZeAxkzrnrImuvTykt_1PdyhyyymrRce8Fw&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne6-1.fna&oh=31f2034609396a03fedeba6ce9cdb3ca&oe=5EAEE134)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on December 15, 2019, 04:13:55 AM
I'm glad to see AFV Club making use of the Centurion tooling. I wonder if we'll see an AVRE 165mm, ARV, or even an AVLB?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on February 17, 2020, 07:48:49 AM
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35323.jpg?t=1581778857)

https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35323 (https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35323)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on February 17, 2020, 10:49:50 AM
Definitely looks interesting!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 18, 2020, 01:59:00 AM
Zombie busting...here we go! ;) ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 08, 2020, 04:07:10 AM
(https://scontent.fbne6-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/86979740_2500202966868077_2360616868873502720_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=97mr7zlVD34AX_rwA7K&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne6-1.fna&oh=bb394e1911198f7a4cb24a0257adf093&oe=5E911452)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on March 08, 2020, 01:17:04 PM
Interesting.  Australian Army.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 09, 2020, 01:33:30 AM
My thoughts too
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 06, 2020, 04:20:47 AM
(https://www.scalemates.com/products/img/0/2/3/1289023-15525-82-1440.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on June 06, 2020, 10:59:32 AM
Interesting.  Now what would they be sensing above the aircraft?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 07, 2020, 03:05:56 AM
Interesting.  Now what would they be sensing above the aircraft?

https://www.afftcmuseum.org/u-2d (https://www.afftcmuseum.org/u-2d)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on June 13, 2020, 12:58:11 PM
Thanks
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on July 18, 2020, 04:02:48 AM
(https://scontent.fbne5-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/107738082_3178031058909058_6094353330195162012_o.jpg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=lATocnzFtvUAX8JXj7U&_nc_ht=scontent.fbne5-1.fna&oh=8ebe786ce98789ad54818526b95d3ba0&oe=5F380094)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 13, 2020, 03:00:34 AM
(https://kitmaker.net/photos/news/36850/a1.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on October 13, 2020, 08:40:59 AM
Finally!  :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on October 13, 2020, 09:01:17 AM
Hmmm? ... Oh, if I must! ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on October 13, 2020, 11:41:08 AM
1 Combat Engineer Regiment AVRCE removing FLQ checkpoint near Chateaux, Oct 1970. Great WHIF subject for any nation that used the Centurion MBT. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 02, 2021, 03:05:48 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2021-02/01/253-entry-1-1612167516.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2021, 02:32:40 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/JBUkNd8.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on May 19, 2021, 05:51:47 AM
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35328.jpg?t=1621359859)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on May 25, 2021, 07:25:49 PM
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35S97.jpg?t=1621939621)

https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35S97 (https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/AF35S97)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on June 07, 2021, 06:24:45 AM
It's a TOW jeep designed to look like a 106mm RR Jeep?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 08, 2021, 01:47:16 AM
I'm not expert but does TOW come in short and long tube versions?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on June 08, 2021, 02:04:33 AM
I think it's not a TOW but a FOOT (Fast Optically tracked Optional wire Track)

Carl made me do it!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on June 08, 2021, 03:38:23 AM
I'm not expert but does TOW come in short and long tube versions?

The original HAW (Heavy Anti-Armour/Anti-Tank)Weapon System that became the TOW did have a much longer launch tube as depicted in the AFV Club kit image but by the time it was put to the test in actual combat in SEA the launch tube was cut down to the length we now see for almost all TOW missile systems fielded.  The exception being the M113 with TOW that was fielded in Europe with USAREUR units which had the longer launch tube.  That too was soon reduced in overall length to the standard short tube.  I was not aware of Israel acquiring the long tube TOW systems so that alone is a nice bit of history. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 09, 2021, 01:23:56 AM
Thanks
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 09, 2021, 01:30:52 AM
These are the best images I have found showing in Israeli service:

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/e68/GTwiner/mapats-4.jpg)(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/e68/GTwiner/tow-11.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on June 09, 2021, 03:25:25 AM
These are the best images I have found showing in Israeli service: <snip>
The IDF TOW units usually consisted of two vehicles.  One with the TOW launcher as shown and a second vehicle carrying additional missiles to support the system with a larger basic load of missiles in lieu of a 1/4-T trailer loaded with missiles. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Spey Phantom on October 02, 2021, 07:35:54 PM
bump:

i recently started producing inbox reviews for 144 scale kits, and i just finished one for the AFV Club Sea King.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odEYRdqE31E (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odEYRdqE31E)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 03, 2021, 01:47:46 AM
bump:

i recently started producing inbox reviews for 144 scale kits, and i just finished one for the AFV Club Sea King.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odEYRdqE31E (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odEYRdqE31E)

 :smiley:
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 09, 2021, 02:58:15 AM
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUSui9MiPD46g7-lC5Tc4J4Q1knqYwFaOZJ8usf8DKk-moRmIQpGOQA-WFUUPl2StNcNT37h8_Wp7UnPGHCZ711uam517Sp0jOvTdqV9xn9xshdsSfU6jgfa1niXE8011CJvxo9ZBXC0wPnBcMEkd054FnZKiZqGbjxxWnzdT-sDKm0oHax2kFlFh9Fg=s1692)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: LemonJello on November 09, 2021, 03:48:28 AM
Here's hoping they take the CROWS-J parts and make it a separate offering like they did with their M151 RWS.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on November 09, 2021, 04:15:00 AM
Same here! The M151 RWS kit itself is great, but all the Stryker extras in the box are a treasure trove of parts.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on November 09, 2021, 05:45:23 AM
Same here! The M151 RWS kit itself is great, but all the Stryker extras in the box are a treasure trove of parts.
Yes they are  :smiley: The couple of extra's sets they have released have been very well used on other projects.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on November 09, 2021, 06:46:41 AM
Oh, dear! Another Stryker for the collection! :icon_crap:



 ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: KiwiZac on November 09, 2021, 10:51:33 AM
I suddenly have the urge to build something - a hovering helicopter, perhaps - with a fired TOW missile and the wire between them.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 10, 2021, 01:38:07 AM
Here's hoping they take the CROWS-J parts and make it a separate offering like they did with their M151 RWS.

See here:  https://www.blast-models.eu/en/modern/1429-bl35357k-stryker-crows-j-rws-javelin-afv-club.html (https://www.blast-models.eu/en/modern/1429-bl35357k-stryker-crows-j-rws-javelin-afv-club.html)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: LemonJello on November 10, 2021, 02:57:41 AM
See here:  https://www.blast-models.eu/en/modern/1429-bl35357k-stryker-crows-j-rws-javelin-afv-club.html (https://www.blast-models.eu/en/modern/1429-bl35357k-stryker-crows-j-rws-javelin-afv-club.html)

I have 2 of these already in the armory. But more options are always good.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 16, 2022, 12:03:05 AM
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIzrTlWXJBGe5vjRrGtLMbpDakejIs7Ak8UfUIGWBnIZ4waoRBKrj7efVJ0MmJ_e7gE8soDIx86M_3dQdkDyxmvrbMiYrPz3M7vmAqv-yLjmB2zgFOOroNrfLmkXO_RjESO0rFJKnOnSa6cID-4uRP4jPGSLHB6L2wXtvAmZMtq6cxMEV2LPm4sNh2OA/s16000/AFV%20Club%20U.S.%20Army%20M110%20howitzer%208%20inch%20(203mm)%20M110%20self%20propelled%20howitzer%20(1).jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on April 19, 2022, 06:49:55 AM
Venerable Italeri Kits on the swap piles now.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: LemonJello on June 07, 2022, 08:45:15 PM
Timely addition to any armory from AFV Club:

(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2022-06/07/2434-entry-0-1654583977.jpg)

Gonna have to get a couple of these sets before Mr. Fontaine wipes out current inventories...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on June 07, 2022, 10:48:42 PM
And probably significantly cheaper than the resin ones I bought last (?) year. ::)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on June 08, 2022, 03:46:23 AM
Timely addition to any armory from AFV Club:
<snip>
Gonna have to get a couple of these sets before Mr. Fontaine wipes out current inventories...

And probably significantly cheaper than the resin ones I bought last (?) year. ::)

KitLinx currently has this item listed as "pre-order" with an MSRP of $24.95.  Considering what is included in this kit, I find the current MSRP to be a bit of a price gouge. 

(https://images.smartcart.com/kitlinx/thumbs/Afvclub/th_AFV35355.jpg) (https://www.kitlinx.com/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=AFV35355)
Kitlinx.com AFV Club (35355) 1/35th scale - FGM-148 Javelin AAWS-M (Advanced Anti-Tank Weapon System-Medium) (https://www.kitlinx.com/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=AFV35355)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Frank3k on June 08, 2022, 06:05:45 AM
especially since it apparently doesn't include a figure of Saint Javelin; not even a decal!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on June 08, 2022, 12:01:44 PM
And probably significantly cheaper than the resin ones I bought last (?) year. ::)

KitLinx currently has this item listed as "pre-order" with an MSRP of $24.95.  Considering what is included in this kit, I find the current MSRP to be a bit of a price gouge. 

Considering I paid AU$25.50 for the Black Dog T35201 Javelin, Carl Gustav, M136 AT4 (resin) Accessories Set (with 2 of each in the box), you could well be right. :-\
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on June 11, 2022, 01:08:37 AM
Timely addition to any armory from AFV Club:
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2022-06/07/2434-entry-0-1654583977.jpg)

With optional parts for a US and UK version... I think the Command Launch Unit needs to be on the other side for the Brit version.  ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 18, 2022, 03:32:28 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2022-06/17/2469-entry-0-1655461562.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: The Big Gimper on June 18, 2022, 11:28:23 PM
Timely addition to any armory from AFV Club:
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2022-06/07/2434-entry-0-1654583977.jpg)

With optional parts for a US and UK version... I think the Command Launch Unit needs to be on the other side for the Brit version.  ;)

Via Hannants.

(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35355_1.jpg?t=1655542893)
(https://d26qn1y84zs32g.cloudfront.net/pics/AF35355_2.jpg?t=1655542893)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on July 15, 2022, 01:51:47 AM
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUSui9MiPD46g7-lC5Tc4J4Q1knqYwFaOZJ8usf8DKk-moRmIQpGOQA-WFUUPl2StNcNT37h8_Wp7UnPGHCZ711uam517Sp0jOvTdqV9xn9xshdsSfU6jgfa1niXE8011CJvxo9ZBXC0wPnBcMEkd054FnZKiZqGbjxxWnzdT-sDKm0oHax2kFlFh9Fg=s1692)
I received my two AFV Club Stryker CROWS-J kits yesterday afternoon.  Quick inspection of the kit contents shows the following:

The Javelin bits in this kit consist of one parts runner containing one shipping and storage container (the plastic tube thing), two Javelin ATGM missile tubes, two CLU (one UK, one US).  The PE provided for the one turned metal Javelin missile contains all of the fins and other detail bits for the two CLU.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on July 15, 2022, 02:32:22 AM
I see how the missile launches at an upward angle so that’s ok in the prairie but what do you do in the woods? Even urban fighting could involve tree lined streets.

This Javelin kit would be essential for a Ukraine diorama.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Jeffry Fontaine on July 15, 2022, 09:12:30 AM
The new parts included with the AFV Club M1126 Stryker CROWS-J are shown in the attached image. 
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 20, 2022, 12:51:16 AM
(http://www.hobbyfan.com.tw/Uploads/2022/11/10B2211104432/AF35341_01.png)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on November 21, 2022, 02:21:46 PM
Closely followed by a Churchill AVRE Bridgelayer ?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 02, 2023, 01:43:39 AM
(https://scontent-lcy1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/322247042_1047579286195233_3309183171530743618_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=JG7xIr_QilYAX-mcTvZ&_nc_oc=AQk_2-RZLzeFZw6QtMpd7lGhYnfnE7TO12xujgJTkEFcd5MVXiAaBP_41WhzM2yk4U0&_nc_ht=scontent-lcy1-1.xx&oh=00_AfAFM8eNVwa79dTa0AIswuZlEMzyGUZJbJ1MJEwDDrzuEA&oe=63B49D1D)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 04, 2023, 01:22:28 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2023-02/03/3506-entry-0-1675426138.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: ChernayaAkula on February 04, 2023, 03:29:51 AM
New tool? Nice!  8)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on February 04, 2023, 07:37:30 AM
Might bode well for an M-578 ARV
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on February 04, 2023, 07:53:49 AM
I need the gun for a whif idea but I'm not spending money on AFV Club ... I'll get the old Italeri kit.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 25, 2023, 01:38:59 AM
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTuX6o2UKc7aohdtsyHKqZ61FVmGOXYTC83FLqijmq8Jzpsq4wJx3yZtV7uAYHUGpg2QGz3MXxy7n75AT7SSARuk2rwa_8Bl0PhPE8kPdSVsqET18TKzZ_-yLf1lqnqGvMgoQ_qUhdN1l-IpdpCl4TP3PGmz1TuSA7nogRs3lQklgeXcHQ8qyWzkZv/s16000/F-5E%20ROCAF%2048th%20scale%20from%20AFV%20Club%201200).jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on March 31, 2023, 12:31:13 AM
(https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz0eHt8Qvx2n9pPRE9rsGyr2nI4jXFnTt7f6bAthUJ51w9ApchK5Q4Fpl3HoBCxvvKXC5JX-XkLdGYTGLwk7GbK3rF1mTo7oTmrESJzSPkNB2UW6JNOdI-5l3jy6GYTaCohIw1mOET69ZLd1W_WZp-SO8LSIV4RObfKOMv7Z8U6yr5jNORcAQL9WAB/s16000/m34%20halftrack%20AFV%20Club%20Korean%20War%20900%2035th%20scale.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on March 31, 2023, 03:29:18 PM
Nice! 8)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on March 31, 2023, 06:39:43 PM
Still waiting for an M5 Halftrack. We have most of one already.. just need the rounded rear body and slightly different mudguards.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 07, 2023, 01:54:18 AM
New 1/35 Australian M113A1 MRV:

(https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/e68/GTwiner/339315032_925724742081800_5272084240321418872_n.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Old Wombat on April 07, 2023, 11:51:48 AM
One of those could find their way into a stash in the Adelaide Hills, I'm thinking. ;)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 08, 2023, 01:26:22 AM
I still like the idea of a variant/alternate with the turret of the FV107 Scimitar with a high-velocity 30 mm L21 RARDEN cannon instead of the 76mm gun armed  FV101 Scorpion turret.  Would be an early step towards an Australian IFV, especially if combined with the later M113AS4 upgrade.  A roof mounted Milan launcher wouldn't go astray either...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on April 08, 2023, 06:53:10 AM
I still like the idea of a variant/alternate with the turret of the FV107 Scimitar with a high-velocity 30 mm L21 RARDEN cannon instead of the 76mm gun armed  FV101 Scorpion turret.  Would be an early step towards an Australian IFV, especially if combined with the later M113AS4 upgrade.  I roof mounted Milan launcher wouldn't go astray either...


Aussie version of the Brit FV432 with Rarden
(http://www.modelblokez.org.au/bthpix/AFV/FV432_4.JPG)

Very doable
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on April 08, 2023, 01:18:34 PM
I still like the idea of a variant/alternate with the turret of the FV107 Scimitar with a high-velocity 30 mm L21 RARDEN cannon instead of the 76mm gun armed  FV101 Scorpion turret.  Would be an early step towards an Australian IFV, especially if combined with the later M113AS4 upgrade.  I roof mounted Milan launcher wouldn't go astray either...

There would be bugger-all room for dismounts in such a vehicle.  The turret basket would take up all the internal room.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Volkodav on April 08, 2023, 02:56:21 PM
I still like the idea of a variant/alternate with the turret of the FV107 Scimitar with a high-velocity 30 mm L21 RARDEN cannon instead of the 76mm gun armed  FV101 Scorpion turret.  Would be an early step towards an Australian IFV, especially if combined with the later M113AS4 upgrade.  I roof mounted Milan launcher wouldn't go astray either...

Back in the day the MRV was operated by CAV in the rec role rather than supporting APCs.  There were three LRVs (Light Recon Vehicles) and two MRVs per troop, one of the three LRVs being used as an APC for the Assault Troopers (veggies).  Technically the 30/50 Cal combo was the LRV while the original twin 30 cals were APCs, however this changed, I believe in the 80s where all APCs and LRVs were converted to the same 30/50 cal config.

It's not too great a stretch to imagine a Troop consisting of two Rarden armed LRVs, two 76mm armed MRVs and one or two 30/50cal APCs, especially if one of the APCs carried an ATGW team.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 09, 2023, 01:58:51 AM
Aussie version of the Brit FV432 with Rarden

Basically yes
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 09, 2023, 02:12:21 AM
Supposed box art:

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0024/8617/3749/products/AFV-35023_4088cbc0-0654-4288-bf60-5c2d5a9eef82_1024x1024.jpg?v=1628685367)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 09, 2023, 02:29:50 AM
There would be bugger-all room for dismounts in such a vehicle.  The turret basket would take up all the internal room.


Not necessarily any less so than the real world MRVs/FSVs:

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/90/Interior_of_M113_FSV.jpg?20150211090523)
(http://www.zonein.com.au/military_equipment/m113a1_mrv/images/dsc_0341.jpg)

and if you look at the FV432s with Fox turret you get an idea of what might be the impact:

(https://hmvforum.s3.amazonaws.com/monthly_2009_11/59dcb50675399_1220137.jpg.56d31628e7be7f202eddec5b00cc6824.jpg)
(https://hmvforum.s3.amazonaws.com/monthly_2009_11/59dcb506ee98f_1220140.jpg.7e1a5a6a8f59cfc069d94be84efe3365.jpg)

One could possibly operate in a 3+4 configuration, either as a light IFV or a Recon Variant equivalent to the M3 Bradleys.

Or, as I mentioned, combine this with the AS4 lengthening and go something like 3 + 6.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on April 09, 2023, 04:24:52 AM
a LAV-25 turret fits!

(http://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52802581511_d712986c97_o.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on April 10, 2023, 01:22:58 AM
That could be another variation - Australia upgrades their M113s (as part of the AS4 upgrade perhaps) in the 1990s at the same time as they acquire the ASLAVs and use the same turret.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on April 10, 2023, 06:00:37 AM
Yes, unfortunately, we in defence procurements have decided that not only does that idea make a lot of sense, it would save money and turret crew training time. So I'm afraid its a no.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Buzzbomb on April 10, 2023, 06:46:43 AM
Yes, unfortunately, we in defence procurements have decided that not only does that idea make a lot of sense, it would save money and turret crew training time. So I'm afraid its a no.

 ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

so many times... so many times
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Rickshaw on April 11, 2023, 04:11:38 PM
There would be bugger-all room for dismounts in such a vehicle.  The turret basket would take up all the internal room.

Not necessarily any less so than the real world MRVs/FSVs

The FSV could carry two at most dismounts, going by your photos.  Not going to work all that well as a standard MICV...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Ramba on May 13, 2023, 08:07:28 PM
AFV is releasing an upgraded version of the M1128 Stryker MGS. Announced on their Facebook page. Of course they are releasing the upgraded version after I bought the Eduard upgrade set and Blast Models DEK and A/C. The AFV upgraded version includes the BFT that I still need and a couple other parts but the Eduard set includes some parts that the AFV upgraded version didn't include.
https://www.facebook.com/AFVCLUB.TW/posts/pfbid0HBvLRxTSKeUhC69bZLaXyCfxttYxbLVZg9pPBpyzFWbEMYqDW3U7XCPiVBc2qwRml (https://www.facebook.com/AFVCLUB.TW/posts/pfbid0HBvLRxTSKeUhC69bZLaXyCfxttYxbLVZg9pPBpyzFWbEMYqDW3U7XCPiVBc2qwRml)

Some images from Facebook for those that don't use FB.
(http://i.imgur.com/TAUEACR.jpg) (https://imgur.com/TAUEACR)
(http://i.imgur.com/RiQkss6.jpg) (https://imgur.com/RiQkss6)
(http://i.imgur.com/SbBrXPc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/SbBrXPc)
(http://i.imgur.com/XQyhlTB.jpg) (https://imgur.com/XQyhlTB)
(http://i.imgur.com/PgiKkTu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/PgiKkTu)

The ladder is a nice addition.
(http://i.imgur.com/LcDVZcO.jpg) (https://imgur.com/LcDVZcO)
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Post by: Frank3k on May 14, 2023, 12:19:18 AM
Hopefully those parts will be released as an "upgrade kit" like they did with the two other Stryker upgrade kits.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Ramba on May 14, 2023, 12:47:21 AM
Hopefully those parts will be released as an "upgrade kit" like they did with the two other Stryker upgrade kits.

I am hoping they are released separately.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on June 10, 2023, 02:16:35 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2023-06/09/4549-entry-0-1686303192.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on September 20, 2023, 03:16:55 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2023-09/19/5154-entry-1-1695110302.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on October 22, 2023, 03:23:58 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2023-10/09/5311-entry-0-1696836523.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on November 28, 2023, 01:30:25 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2023-11/27/5702-entry-1-1701081974.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 10, 2024, 01:56:35 AM
1/35 YPR -765 PRAT with Tow Launcher coming:

(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-01/09/6054-entry-0-1704789335.jpg)
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-01/09/6054-entry-1-1704789335.jpg)
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-01/09/6054-entry-2-1704789335.jpg)
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-01/09/6054-entry-3-1704789335.jpg)
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-01/09/6054-entry-5-1704789335.jpg)
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on January 11, 2024, 02:12:20 AM
Well, as they say, once you scratchbuild it...
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on January 11, 2024, 03:07:51 AM
 :smiley: ;D
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Kerick on January 11, 2024, 11:45:43 AM
You knew that would happen.......
Still looks great!
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 24, 2024, 02:44:56 AM
(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-02/09/6399-entry-0-1707482543.jpg)

I must admit that I like the way they all you to mount the missile:

(https://armorama.com/upload/media/entries/2024-02/10/6399-entry-3-1707579138.jpg)

Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: raafif on February 24, 2024, 12:49:51 PM
Wonder if they will do the Netherlands's special police version with airliner storming ladder.  I already have a basic AFV Club YPR & anti-terrorist figures.
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 25, 2024, 02:00:18 AM
Wonder if they will do the Netherlands's special police version with airliner storming ladder.  I already have a basic AFV Club YPR & anti-terrorist figures.

This one?

(https://politievoertuigen.nl/Foto/07246.jpg)

Maybe someone will do a conversion kit?
Title: Re: AFV Club, Ding-Hao Models, and Hobby Fan
Post by: Gingie on March 05, 2024, 09:01:03 AM
I could be wrong - but, did AFV club get the tracks wrong for that era of YPR?