Here is M4A3E8 of the 4th Armored Division. Asuka Model(Tasca) kit with some upgrades.








Hi Muzaffer,
I will not comment on the weathering since that is "outside my area of competence"maybe maybe just a little more dirt above the tracks but I could be wrong
However: One thing to consider is the alignment of the road wheels. Check the first and the last image. If a tank has not been damaged, or is about to have a failure of the running gear, the wheels will be in a straight line seen from above, they will follow the contours of the ground though.This is most visible in the first image. On many kits it is necessary to glue the bogies/suspension/road wheels in place to prevent them from moving around ...
The last image: one wheel is not pressing down against the track and the first and last road wheel are being lifted up by the tension of the track. This could be fixed if you put the model on a baseplate where the ground looks as if it lifts those wheels![]()
/ Robin
Hi Robin,
I know about all the things you'd mentioned above. I didn't glued the suspension because it will take place in a diorama later. Thanks for your interest, cheers
I really like the weathering. It looks well used and worn. Your back deck rope has the fuzzies I don't know what can be done now maybe some diluted white glue?
Tom
NiceI like the weathering. And is it modulated ? Good detail too.
I really like the weathering. It looks well used and worn. Your back deck rope has the fuzzies I don't know what can be done now maybe some diluted white glue?
Tom
It seems you may have forgotten to add the center armored fuel cover on the back deck.
Very nice work!!!! Compliments you have done a great vehicle.
Cheers
Wow, very nice job, Muzaffer! The Easy 8 is my favorite tank of all (well, along with the Pershing) and I'm always looking for photos of the best kits. Yours is a great inspiration - thanks for sharing!
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