Russ Amott provides a full build review of the Sd.Kfz.7/2 3.7cm FlaK 36 with the standard cab from Dragon Models, adding to their lineup of Sd.Kfz 7 variants.
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DML Sd.Kfz.7/2 3.7cm FlaK 36c5flies
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Posted: Monday, May 30, 2011 - 06:57 AM UTC
russamotto
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Posted: Monday, May 30, 2011 - 04:03 PM UTC
James, thanks for all the help with this. Hope to get it painted soon.
Illini
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Posted: Monday, May 30, 2011 - 04:43 PM UTC
Interesting error in the art work. The rear supports don't reach the ground, they should otherwise, what's the point. Also, from research I've done on the 6/2 the shields were usually removed. This saved weight, and there wasn't any need because they weren't used in ground combat, but at Luftwaffe sites.
I'm doing a review of the Bronco 6/2 3.7 cm Flak 36 that is quite similar. Should be ready in a week or so. I'm building it as my entry in the "shoots back" campaign.
I'm doing a review of the Bronco 6/2 3.7 cm Flak 36 that is quite similar. Should be ready in a week or so. I'm building it as my entry in the "shoots back" campaign.
vonHengest
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Posted: Monday, May 30, 2011 - 05:04 PM UTC
Dave, I'm not sure what you are talking about with the rear supports in the boxart. All I see are a pair of collapsible step ladders which are right where they should be from a functional standpoint.
bill_c
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Posted: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 - 07:34 AM UTC
Nice review, Russ. Thanks for the kind words. This one's in my stash, but I had a bit of "Seven Syndrome" and have been building other things.
russamotto
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Posted: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 - 09:13 AM UTC
Thanks, Bill. I'm sure the aftermarket details to complete this kit will be available before too long. It will give you a good break to do your Abrams.