The lifting fixture for the V2 does not look to be very difficult to scratch build. However it does look like it might be wiser to build it in metal rather than plastic.

Then too, I am sure some of the designers that work through Shapeways would be happy to help us out on this.

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The lifting fixture for the V2 does not look to be very difficult to scratch build. However it does look like it might be wiser to build it in metal rather than plastic.

Then too, I am sure some of the designers that work through Shapeways would be happy to help us out on this.

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I agree, the V-2 lifting rig could be scratchbuilt. I scratchbuilt an entire Vidalwagen out of brass, so it doesn't scare me much. But look closely at the photo of the lifting "T" for the V2-- there are complex shapes in the photo, various sized "lightening holes", straps and clamps around the V2, threaded rods, bolts and eyelets, and a counterweight/bumper. It would not be a. "quick" or simple scratchbuilding for the faint of heart. And would be better in metal or PE for sure. Not to mention one would need to come up with the plans. But that shouldn't deter one from procuring the Fries Crane for a diorama of the Vidalwagen to Miellerwagen switch (or the switch from the RR flat car to the Vidalwagen), but it would have been nice to see this rig included in the kit to begin with---and I can't help but wonder if Takom has that in mind, since they have already produced separate components of the V2 sets. It would be nice to "get inside the Takom mind" to find out.
VR, Russ

Um, sorry but what's with the mystery Panther. I mean if I want an Ausf A or G and it turns out to be a D what then? Or vice versa? Wouldn't this put you off the combo kit?

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Um, sorry but what's with the mystery Panther. I mean if I want an Ausf A or G and it turns out to be a D what then? Or vice versa? Wouldn't this put you off the combo kit?

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The idea is it's supposed to be a fun "grab bag raffle" kind of thing. Note Takom says it is at a special discounted price to sweeten the pot. At the end of the day most of us already have a zillion kits; so whether it is am A or D who cares?!