Just some observations and comments concerning some stowage arrangements I have seen on models of modern armor, particularly US. I have noticed a lot of kits with gear attached to the exterior and even interior with rope. During more than 25 years of military service I have neither stowed gear using rope, nor have I observed rope used for this.
I have always used the following methods:
- Gear, such as rucksacks, are attached using organic straps on the rucksacks
- Use of special straps, the "spaghetti straps" that I was issued, and stil have, for securing my "tankers roll" to the infantry rail on my tank turret.
- woven cotton straps with buckles, similar to those on fuel can mounts, were used for odds and ends, could be ordered in numerous lenghts and widths, and fit the strap fittings welded to the vehicles.
- Items like extra track blocks and road wheels were attached either with bolts or clevices and hung on the vehicle.
- Some items like hex tents, camo nets were laid on top of turret and remained in place from own weight.
I am just making these comments as I see many models where the gear is secured with rope, just something I have personnally never seen.
Am I way off base with this observation?

If yes, I will return to my room
