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Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« on: April 11, 2026, 02:17:19 PM »
Bit weird I am first physical build.. but here goes.

Asked the question to the mods if I could use an OOB kit, that had pretty much been finished, the Amusing Hobbies Stridsvagn Strv 104.
I contended that I would have got to this exact same position before doing any mods, so that got the okey dokey


So really this is an Upgrade to an upgrade and certainly a life extension. And and Update to the existing kit as well. ;)

The Strv 104 had already added some reactive armour, plus the Israeli style M-60 Power Pack engine deck, so I need to take this to the next level.
How about upgun to a 120mm Gun ? I have a few in the spares drawer, left over from other builds, the Rheinmetall 120mm in either L/44 or L/55 version. Maybe even a Russion ex -T-72 125mm.
To keep a bit of commonality, I think the German 120mm would suit best and leaning toward the shorter version.



Tried on a RWS as well, not convinced yet, but who knows. This is the AFV Club M151 version, very good chance this will change as it looks a bit clunky to me for this build


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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #1 on: April 11, 2026, 02:31:05 PM »
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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2026, 04:01:06 PM »
Bit weird I am first physical build..

I have to many options for this GB and I can't decide which one to pick ;D One of the options was a Centurion tho, as you're making one I can take that off the list.

I'm liking the 120mm barrel, the RWS does look a bit clunky sitting on top of the view port, what about putting it on the back of the turret instead?

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #3 on: April 12, 2026, 07:36:33 AM »
Great build so far :smiley:
I always thought this is what Australia would do if they stuck with the Cent rather than Leo.

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #4 on: April 12, 2026, 08:25:05 PM »
Well, I guess they didn’t call it the first universal tank for nothing - lots of possibilities!  :smiley:
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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #5 on: April 13, 2026, 08:07:42 PM »

Bit of work today, gun on and cobbled up a RWS of sorts. Bit more self contained, more like a Marder MG setup




This might not need much more. Although big chance there will be some tinkering further on. ;)


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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #6 on: April 18, 2026, 03:55:17 PM »
Nup thats it, paint shop time

Its Green ! Very dark green.


Masking time. I was on a roll with the Leopard, so went what the hell.. Splinter Camo it is. A bit simplified though.




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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #7 on: April 18, 2026, 05:04:16 PM »
All Swedish Centurions are contractually obligated to have splinter camo :P Looking forward to seeing the results.

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #8 on: April 18, 2026, 05:27:29 PM »
Everything Swedish is contractually required to wear Splinter Cam!  ;D

Looking forward to the Big Reveal!  :smiley:
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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #9 on: Yesterday at 03:47:07 AM »
Very nice!

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #10 on: Yesterday at 06:12:18 PM »
Everything Swedish is contractually required to wear Splinter Cam!  ;D

Looking forward to the Big Reveal!  :smiley:

Ta daaaaaaa !
Maybe a bit green, reasonably sure it will tone down a bit during the next stages.






Have had two very productive days in the workshop. so things are steaming ahead

Some paint stripped off during the unmasking  >:(
I was using an AK product called Bronze Green Primer. Some sort of acrylic laquer thing. Don't call it primer, if it needs a primer underneath it to start with.





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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #11 on: Yesterday at 09:01:07 PM »
Looks great :smiley: Are you going to apply some snow weathering? 

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #12 on: Yesterday at 09:05:01 PM »
Nice!  8)

I have a Swedish Army shirt in my wardrobe that's in Splinter Cam with only shades of green, no other colours whatsoever.  ;)

If it works for the grunts it'll work for the armour!  :smiley:
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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #13 on: Yesterday at 09:59:19 PM »
Looking very smart!  :smiley:
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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #14 on: Today at 01:18:06 AM »
That’s turning out great! Nice job!

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Re: Stridsvagn 121(A) - Update for Centurion
« Reply #15 on: Today at 01:39:59 AM »
That RWS looks so much better than the M151. Great job on the splinter camo, too!