I'm a bit confused regarding the ammo boxes. Presumably the one shown here is the modern type - LINK Isn't this the type included in the model - LINK

Hi Adam In the link, shots of the sprues - pic 80 - shows the M2HB Browning parts, which include a WWII M2 ammunition box, rather than the post war M2A1 ammunition box. This appears to be the same sprue as M26 Pershing & M4 Sherman kits. It may be that the MG on the Type 10 does not use an ammo box, just an ammo tray? That would be a bit strange, but not impossible. Mal

Hi Mal, Right, I think I've got to the bottom of it. You are quite correct about the ammo box on pic 80, however, if you look at the 'D' sprue in the link, it does show just the tray itself. In the instructions, step 65, it shows the D parts to be used rather than the old ammo box. I guess you have the option to use either. Anyway, all of the photos of the Type 10 I can find on google only ever shows the tray in operation ,not the box. I've ordered mine anyway!!

Hi Adam Thought this might be of interest - RC version build - not without some problems - LINK - Mal

Mal, My version is the static model, so the rubber wheels and the tracks don't matter quite so much. Same goes for the suspension arms and the other strength issues. It's an interesting read, though. I didn't know Tamiya were cutting costs (and therefore corners).

Hi Adam The cutting costs & corners appears to apply to this particular model - the RC version. Might be a stretch to say it applies to their whole range though. Mal

My type 10 has arrived from Japan! The hull is made of aluminium, as is the gun barrel (which is stunning, by the way). Question - what would you fellas use as a metal primer? Could I use something like this - LINK

Nice product as always Kenny! Jeff