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Caiman 6x6 MRAP Question???

Captin_Caveman_III

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 01:36 PM UTC

Hello every one I'm interested in knowing if the chassis of the LMTV, is it the same as this Caiman 6x6 chassis?

Youngun

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 02:32 PM UTC

If you believe wikipedia I believe so. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BAE_Caiman

18Bravo

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 02:44 PM UTC

I know you like to scratchbuild, but you may want to wait on this one.

Youngun

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 02:55 PM UTC

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I know you like to scratchbuild, but you may want to wait on this one.

These cryptic updates you provide us from time to time rob are fantastic...got any more

18Bravo

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 03:11 PM UTC

I've got more than you can imagine, including aircraft, but I'm keeping mum on most. I've helped with some cool stuff recently though, including the 1/48 R-11.

Captin_Caveman_III

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Posted: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 11:37 PM UTC

Wait for how long??

Northwestern

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Posted: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 01:39 AM UTC

That cryptic response might make me happy!

Maybe all the virgin sacrifices have finally paid off!

henkp

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Posted: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 02:20 AM UTC

pastic of resin caiman????
henk

RotorHead67

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Posted: Monday, July 07, 2014 - 12:36 PM UTC

[quote]Hello every one I'm interested in knowing if the chassis of the LMTV, is it the same as this Caiman 6x6 chassis?
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Rob:
According to my 6wks of US Army MRAP course, the Caiman is FMTV components of the shelf, from the frame down. Above the frame is new built Modular parts, for rapid replacement do to IED damage. Ie: Pass Comp.,Cab,PWR pack w/ hood, and ancillary parts.

Caiman Plus:
Caiman w/ TAK-4 Suspension components. Various armor kits,New radios,glass,new engine upgrade.

Todd