Tiberium Wars, GDI Tank - Done

[Buzzbomb]

Ok, so it is actually the Border Models Apocalypse tank, which in some form or another comes from the same Command and Conquer regime

Frank has done a terrific build on this.. Apocalypse Tank




Forgot to take pictures after finishing the assembly, Franks build has one.
 The kit is snap together and the parts fitting is mightily impressive, really do not need glue. But I did on some parts to get a snugger fit.
Doing this fully out of the box, had to remove the absurd raised soviet insignia on the glacis plate though, filled and textured with Tamiya putty
In a brown undercoat


Closer to the GDI Colour scheme


I chose not to use the choppering things on the front.. because.. really !

[raafif]

  Going well with the "desert" colour scheme.
I think the mounts for those "choppering" things would work well as bulldozer mounts

Always thought this kit cries out to be articulated - if I can find a cheap enough kit, I will try that (models are getting quite expensive).

[Old Wombat]

 

[Jeffry Fontaine]

Definitely looks much better without that strange bit on the front. 

The twin main gun does cause me much consternation though. 

[Frank3k]

Awesome build! I love the colors you picked.

It's a fun kit - it has issues here and there, but I found the enjoyment level worth the price of the kit. Plus I got some spares.

[Buzzbomb]

Thanks team,

Full day on the bench and almost done.. aside from some clear fix ups needed




I have to say, for a snap together, the fit is awesome, plus it really helps with taking stuff apart to paint
Now progressing to get it on a base. After the fix ups of course 

[Ramba]

Terrific job! Cool camo!

[Old Wombat]

Agree with the esteemed gentleman above!

[apophenia]

Thirded! A lovely build and great camo   

And for anyone else as clueless as me about the backstory world:
-- https://cnc.fandom.com/wiki/Global_Defense_Initiative

[Buzzbomb]

Thanks again Team.

Enjoyed this one, a no fuss, easy build kit and room to play with colours. If you really wanted to, you could seriously go to town with this.

On a "set the scene" base, with a bit of Tiberium to give it context

[Old Wombat]

Not familiar with the game but the build-&-base is excellent! 

[Frank3k]

Tank and base look excellent!

[Claymore]

Very nice and a great finish! 

[Ramba]

Another terrific job!

[GTX_Admin]

 

[Frank3k]

Brian, did you add the lights? My tank's lights still work.

[kim margosein]

Thirded! A lovely build and great camo   

And for anyone else as clueless as me about the backstory world:
-- https://cnc.fandom.com/wiki/Global_Defenseu_Initiative

TTMI for me.  Btw anyone make tank in 1/72?

[Buzzbomb]

Brian, did you add the lights? My tank's lights still work.

yes, just standard fit, mixing colours would have required a full rework as the voltage from the chip appears to be set for Red LED so very low. The only adjustment I made was to mount the chip and battery in the turret and add a connector for the hull lights so the turret could be removed.

I placed the touch sensor under the "loaders" hatch, so I can turn off and on easier

[Dr. YoKai]

Well, my fondness for double barreled tanks is a known quantity Beautiful, beautiful build and finish.
 I could wish it were available in 1/72 (Sorry, Kim, I don't think it is- Border does do 1/72 scale tanks, but it is very small range. (three kits, and two of them are Tigers... )

[finsrin]

Everything about it is great