M26 Armored Recovery Vehicle 1:35

[chops1sc]

I've had this kit in the stash for a few years and I decided to start it on New Year's Eve. This is a nice kit from Tamiya. It is the Vehicle from the "Dragon Wagon model from what I can gather. I'm thinking about pairing it with an Easy Eight Sherman that I have. It is a heavy box with lots of plastic that's for sure! I'm looking forward to building it.



I got pretty far (step 10 iirc) in just 2 days.

[razzie43]

Nice build you made here...

[Tomcat64]

That's quite a beast! Looking forward to seeing it come together.

[chops1sc]

Thanks guys!

Got the figures built. I don't usually build them so I figure I might as well start now!

[Mylightweight]

Looking good mate, I am in the progress of finishing my Dragon Wagon and sticking it on diorama base. As a kit it just falls together.

Make sure you file off the seam lines on the tyres though, otherwise they will stick out like a sore thumb on the finished model

[chops1sc]

Thanks for the advice! It's a little on the back burner right now since I'm focused on the Cars & Bikes GB, but I'll get back on it soon!

[digger303]

I was just looking at the bogie drive ( rear wheels ) set up and it must have been a real pain high wear pain in the butt for mechanics . Those chains would have been exposed to all the dirt and crap that wheels pick up. Travel at relative high speeds they would slap about as well. Not a very good design I would say.

[chops1sc]

Yeah I bet it was a beast to work on.

I decided to work on the figures and I am pleased (and a little surprised) with the results!

[chops1sc]

Made a little more progress with this build. The double winch system that sits on the back of the truck. This thing has a lot of parts. I only lost one!!!

[ElCapitan]

Looks complicated - bet you're glad to have that bit out the way!

[DrSprue]

Wow what a cool complex looking device. That kit does look fun! Nice work on the guys!

[chops1sc]

Thank you! It has been a fun build so far!

[Mylightweight]

I loved building the winch, make sure you fit it before you glue the exhaust stack on, otherwise it won’t fit (experience talking )

[chops1sc]

Thanks for the advice! I'll most likely add the exhaust last.

[chops1sc]

Got some primer on the M26 tonight. Ultimate Olive and Black.

[digger303]

Made a little more progress with this build. The double winch system that sits on the back of the truck. This thing has a lot of parts. I only lost one!!!

lovely winch, a bit of grease on it here and there and you got it one.

[Stokesy44]

Looks like a really nice clean build Sir

All that winch detail will look beautiful under paint and weathering

[chops1sc]

Got some paint laid down and starting to get everything assembled.

[schweinhund227]

nice progress !

[Gandalf]

Nice work! I'm currently building one, its a great kit isn't it.

[chops1sc]

Well, My 2 year old son decided he needed to play with my M26 recovery vehicle, LOL!



I posted this on a facebook group and a fellow from New Zealand reached out to be and sent the replacement parts! I should have it repaired in no time! Now I just have to actually finish the build!

[bfrd]

Well, My 2 year old son desiced he needed to play with my M26 recovery vehicle, LOL!



I posted this on a facebook group and a fellow from New Zealand reached out to be and sent the replacement parts! I should have it repaired in no time! Now I just have to actually finish the build!

Well, that was a timely present from a nice Kiwi! Happy Birthday to you!