This is my SdKfz 123 'Luchs' in 1:35 from Mirage Hobby.
The figure is an Academy German tanker. It looks a bit glossy on the picture and his lips are a bit too red.
It was a fun build, mostly just OOB. PE parts where included in the kit.
The additional armour front plate that goes with the kit was way too small and I replaced it with a 'homemade' one (styreen plate).
The camo is yellow with green.
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Comments and critics welcome!

Paul

Nice little tank Paul!
I had in mind buying it some time ago, but my stash is still to big since then
I like it cause its a nice change apart from the usual german armor stuff. I like the camo, it looks well executed for such a small tank!
Well done mate!

Cheers,
Pedro

Thanks Pedro!

What's the curved objects running along the forward edge of the superstructure (just in front of the driver hatch) for?

Nice build and finish. I've also wondered about the curved objects too. I'm working on the ICM Luchs and it's nice to see the other kits.
Matt

Robin-IIRC they are spare idler wheel segments that are placed there as supplemental armor.(I think they bolt onto the hub,4/side-8 total per idler).Good job,Paul! I think this kit was in the running for kit of the year in '99 or '00?I did the ICM edition,myself.Great camo job!
Cheers!

Thank you all for the nice comments!


The curved object is indeed supplemental armor.
It's shown on this picture:

Paul

Very good work, Paul! Very well painted and weathered, it looks impressive! Congratulations!
Cheers and happy modelling!
Prato

As I was staring in the photos again something has hit my head (suddenly). So: wouldn't it improve the looks of tank if you would add some black paint to the insides of the smoke dischargers? I think it would look more like in real tank

Cheers,
Pedro

Yep, Pedro. I see what you mean! Those dishchargers that have been fired could use some black indeed. Thanks for mentioning!