"Market's closed!" [US M1A2 SEP TUSK II Abrams] in 1/72

[timtamtung]

Hi guys,

I will be starting this GB with the new US M1A2 SEP TUSK II Abrams by Tiger Model, in lovely 1/72 scale!
Just picked this up at my LHS and will be placing it in a diorama scene.

I really want to place all my skills in this build. Hope to bring this badass to life!

The base will be black dog's Middle eastern market.

[timtamtung]

Sprues: They look great for a new manufacturer. I hope it builds well. For $30, comes with PE, and clear plastic. NO decals however

[Coen]

Wicked!! Now that should be a cool build.
I wonder why no decals?

[timtamtung]

Started the turret. It's not too bad actually. Superb details. I personally think it's on par with Dragon's 1/72 series quality.
Some rough edges here and there, but can turn out really good. Fitting is perfect!

Enjoying it so far as it's the only game in town.

Wicked!! Now that should be a cool build.
I wonder why no decals?

Yeah no decals mate. Ah well, more surface area to weather

[timtamtung]

Top Turret now complete-took longer than i thought, but that was because of the details!

Surprisingly, I found the Revell Contacta cement to work so much better than tamiya extra thin. This plastic just responds better to the contacta!
So if you guys are buying the other TIGER MODEL kits, I highly suggest you use Revell contacta as your bonding agent.

What do you think?

[timtamtung]

The lower hull is complete now. I added a few metal weights to give it some heaviness.






this thing is tiny but packed with all the details! Well done to the new manufacturer

[timtamtung]

update: almost forgot the texture before priming.

Anti-Slip on a 1/72 ??? No problem

[Homerlovesbeer]

Nice!

[chief5437]

Wow, that happened fast! Looks like great little kit though, lots of detail. However, what was the free gift in the box???!!!

[timtamtung]

Wow, that happened fast! Looks like great little kit though, lots of detail. However, what was the free gift in the box???!!!

I was waiting to see who noticed that gift logo. well done chief!
As these guys are new manufacturers, they wanted to thank the first few who bought their early releases. This abrams was one of the early releases.
It is a random gift of either the BF109 / Ki-84 or F4U fighter in their 'Cute Series'.

Trust me this is something you want. It looks so cute and well presented. I got the BF109 (which i prayed for)



here's what they look like:

[chief5437]

That's brilliant, they look very cool!

[timtamtung]

Baby is all primed up!
I must say the anti slip did come out very well.

[timtamtung]

Just got it sprayed with the base coat.
Tried modulation with rattle cans.... doesn't really work

[timtamtung]

base painting & details completed. Picked out spare parts in green.
Applied a dry-brush on edges and corners

[Coen]

Ok... So that turned out to be a wonderful looking kit Tungy.
High marks to the new fellas on the block.
Excellent build.
And the free gift is just plane awesome!!!

[TheTroyster]

Have to take my hat off to you - a 1/72! I can't even see things that small. Hey I do have a question though, that anti slip stuff by tamaya, what's the number? Your light blocked it out.

[timtamtung]

Have to take my hat off to you - a 1/72! I can't even see things that small. Hey I do have a question though, that anti slip stuff by tamaya, what's the number? Your light blocked it out.

Cheers Troy,

For 1/72 i used the tamiya grit. however if you are wanting anti skid for 1/35 scale, i suggest you use MIG's anti skid product.
It is the best. I used it for my 1/35 abrams.

tamiya: #87110**800 (grit effect light sand)
MIG: #p508

[TheTroyster]

Have to take my hat off to you - a 1/72! I can't even see things that small. Hey I do have a question though, that anti slip stuff by tamaya, what's the number? Your light blocked it out.

Cheers Troy,

For 1/72 i used the tamiya grit. however if you are wanting anti skid for 1/35 scale, i suggest you use MIG's anti skid product.
It is the best. I used it for my 1/35 abrams.

tamiya: #87110**800 (grit effect light sand)
MIG: #p508

Thanks brother. I'll try the mig product on your
recommendation.

[Nige201980]

Brilliant build mate love the little cute planes

[MarkVerploeg]

That is one cool looking midget Abrams
Very nice work and so much detail in such a small build
And thanks for sharing the tip on the anti slip , i will try to find that stuff for future builds
Keep up the good work

[chief5437]

Wow, looks even better with the paint on, can't believe it's 1/72! I must get one of these.

Fantastic work buddy, impressive!

[timtamtung]

Thanks for the support peeps. I have just completed the tank (minus antenna).
It is quite an impressive kit for 1/72 scale.

Next up is the resin market base.... oh boy.

[timtamtung]

Something different to show:

Here is the free gift from the kit. I like these things.
Will be giving it to a special friend of mine. Hope she doesn't already have a BF

[Homerlovesbeer]

Haha cool Bf-109!

The tanks look awesome too

[timtamtung]

Haha cool Bf-109!

The tanks look awesome too

Cheers mate! I do want the other planes now. Saying that, this new manufacturer is quite a good one too. some of their 1/35 looks cool

[Coen]

Love that tusk buddy!!! That thing is amazing work.
Can't wait to see the base for it.
Planes are definitely cool

[rodrant]

This is just great , what a fine job that you did on this 1/72 Tusk II , really amazing , the resin base will be a nice add to this beauty !

Keep the good work buddy !

[TheTroyster]

This is too cool brother!