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New Minimanfactory KrAZ-255B in 1/25 scale
minimanfactory
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Posted: Saturday, September 03, 2011 - 06:28 AM UTC
This is a build log for forthcoming Minimanfactory 1/25 scale KrAZ-255B prototype model.
If you have comments or questions please post them here. Thanks!

Front suspension:
minimanfactory
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Posted: Sunday, September 04, 2011 - 10:07 AM UTC
Front suspension:

Rear suspension:

Chassis:
skyshark
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Posted: Monday, September 05, 2011 - 04:02 AM UTC
Anything new in 35 scale?!!! Like maybe a M916 or a SEE eng vehicle.
AndyMcHun
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Posted: Monday, September 05, 2011 - 08:05 AM UTC
Looks stunning so far but I think my annual wages wouldn't be enough to buy it
minimanfactory
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Posted: Sunday, September 11, 2011 - 07:43 AM UTC
The chassis on wheels:



samkidd
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Posted: Monday, September 12, 2011 - 11:53 PM UTC


Now this is going to be impressive! From what I can see so far it'll be one fantastic finished model. Please keep us updated on this monster.


Jim
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minimanfactory
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Posted: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 - 04:01 AM UTC
Tire size comparison.
Left: Kraz tire, right: Italeri 1/24 truck tire
minimanfactory
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Posted: Monday, September 19, 2011 - 07:17 AM UTC
Engine and other parts:




minimanfactory
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Posted: Monday, September 26, 2011 - 10:27 AM UTC
Some new parts: front bumper, winch etc.
minimanfactory
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Posted: Thursday, September 29, 2011 - 10:14 AM UTC
minimanfactory
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2011 - 08:45 AM UTC


Hisham
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Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2011 - 09:04 AM UTC
I love how clean and beautifully precise you work looks!

Hisham
minimanfactory
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 - 07:42 AM UTC
Thanks!

At the developement has the easy assembly the second priority.
The first is the detail and real...
bmikk1
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 - 07:52 AM UTC
That detail is fantastic, keep the pictures coming please!!
Gundam-Mecha
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Posted: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 - 10:17 AM UTC
Great job, but when do we get the 1/48 kit?
minimanfactory
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Posted: Monday, December 19, 2011 - 06:11 AM UTC
minimanfactory
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Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 - 10:22 AM UTC
Chassis size comparison: 1/25 vs 1/35 scale.
jakes357
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Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 - 05:16 PM UTC
How much & when???
I thought an M37 3/4 ton was in the works????
Jake
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Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 - 06:44 PM UTC
About 300€ (about US $387) available now from the Miniman Factory webshop if I'm not mistaken...

http://www.minimanfactory.com/en/kraz-255b-russian-6x6-heavy-truck-1-25-i33/

Cheers,

Christophe
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Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 - 08:55 PM UTC
An outstanding model!

Anyway , although is worth, the price is too much indeed for my almost empty wallet

minimanfactory
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Posted: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - 11:18 AM UTC
After a long delay, I finished the chassis and the engine.



richtlv3
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Posted: Sunday, April 01, 2012 - 03:55 AM UTC
One Word I must to say: FANTASTIC !!!!!!!

minimanfactory
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Posted: Sunday, April 01, 2012 - 10:37 AM UTC
Thanks Richard!

Dry fit probe


Instrument panel and steering wheel
vonHengest
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Posted: Sunday, April 01, 2012 - 04:21 PM UTC
You know, sometimes there are days where you just really wish you could win the lottery...
minimanfactory
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Posted: Monday, April 02, 2012 - 11:31 AM UTC
Base painting finshed:


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