Inspired by Matt's call to a March kit building challenge (see Mad March), I decided to dip my toe into the challenge. As mentioned in the previous post, I have a Tamiya 1/48 Matilda kit laying unbuilt for several years. This challenge would provide sufficient motivation to actually unbox the kit and get on with it. Likely little surprise to regulars, I also have a tall stack 1/100 (15mm) Zvezda models similarly laying around unbuilt. Since there are Matildas in this stockpile, why not make the build a trio of Matildas? The Zvezda Matildas are both Mk I and Mk II models. The little Zvezda models only have six or seven pieces so they can be put together in a flash. The larger Tamiya model contains considerably more pieces and took much more time to build. However, all three models took less time than I expected. While Matt's challenge required only the raw build, I forged ahead and painted my offerings as well. The paintwork was kept simple using bronze green. Decals were omitted from the Tamiya build since I just did not like the look of them. For me, unmarked AFVs on the table are fine. Perhaps one day, the 1/48 Matilda will actually see tabletop action with a complement of support troops? She is ready when the call comes!
Since building these models put me into the WWII gaming spirit, I downloaded Chain of Command 2 to give the rules a look.
Very nice Jonathan. Ready to drive on Berlin!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ben!
DeleteWell, the 1/48 was put together in short order - I tend to labour on such things, usually the track assemblies get me! though the 7 part Zvezda tanks are very wargamer friendly to build and the vehicle range pretty substantial and well presented.
ReplyDeleteThe extra stowage / detail on the 1/48 does grab a few extra points.
CoC2 ….. you are getting drawn in :-)
One of my favourite WWII tanks (well, the Mark II at least). The only one I have ever built was an Airfix model. Great work on them Jonathan and three at the same time is a good idea.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely waltzing along really well, lovely work.
ReplyDeleteAlan Tradgardland
Neat trio of tanks! I remember assembly of an Airfix kit back in the early 1970's. Looking forward to your WW2 games. You have a good start on the armor.
ReplyDeleteHa! Great work Jonathan!
ReplyDeleteNicely done Jon and speedy too….simple paintwork works for me, I have more than one Matilda too
ReplyDeleteNicely done Jonathan, the Zvezda kits are great for quick buids
ReplyDeleteThey have come out very well indeed. As you know I'm a big fan of the Vezda kits, which comprise the bulk of my 15mm Matildas fleet (the rest being Peter Pig and QRF).
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