Trumpeter 1/35 T-90 Cast Turret Build

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 2:26 pm

Hello forum modellers.

Though I should share my build of this kit and I hope it´s somewhat interesting.

First is a link to the Video build.

[youtube]QjJpN41UzbM[/youtube]

Otherwise here comes some normal pictures of the progress so far.

Some of the wheel and suspension assembly done

The Wheels

Completed lower hull with PE

Started the upper hull

glued the upper hull and engine decks to the lower hull

Thats it for today and hopefully I get some time during the week to build and take pics and make a video.

Until then have fun.

Post by **DC87** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 3:04 pm

Not very interesting at all... are you kidding this is starting to look awesome, great work on those PE bolts.

Waiting to not be interested next time

Post by **Paul** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 3:13 pm

THat does look an awesome kit, I wonder how it stacks up against the zvezda

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 3:19 pm

Haha thanks DC87

Yea so far its awesome Paul, hmm might have to get the zvezda and meng kits aswell to compare

Post by **garywintin** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 4:14 pm

I have to admit, this looks a bit more detailed and crisp then the Zvezda

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 8:15 pm

Wow! Outstanding detailed. Can't wait to see your progress mate...

Post by **NovYank** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 2:57 am

Great work so far man! The T-90 is really branching out into all of the different manufacturers. Can't wait to see more!!!

I just want to point out that Trumpeter stole my avatar and used it as their boxart...

Shame Trumpeter...shame

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 10:26 am

So finally another update for this build, I had a busy weekend and week so not much done sadly but anyway here goes.

The rear is done with the unditching log and fuel barrel holders in place

Rear plate mounted on the lower hull

Right side and they arent glued in place as you will have trouble with wheels and tracks if you do.

Left side with the AC unit ? (I think)

Front fenders gets some more details

So this is where she sits now

Next up is some more PE detail on the sides and also the lines for the fuel drums. After that its time for the turret so even more PE

Video Build update will probably come during the weekend with more detailed explanations.

Until then

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 12:06 pm

Nice progress mate! The details on the hull are amazing but all this tiny PE

would make me crazy if I would have to do them

! Excellent job so far. Keep on watching your progress...

Post by **Coen** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 12:48 pm

That PE really makes all the difference, both in effect and you sanity eh?
It's looking phenomenal dude.

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 4:05 pm

Yea my sanity went out the window a week ago

The scary thing is it has barely made a dent in the 3 PE sprues that is in the box so there is alot left

.

But it makes the kit look the part so i´m happy to do it

for the comments

Post by **NovYank** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:01 pm

Tremendous progress dude!!!

That thing on the left side is the exhaust. To create a smokescreen they shoot diesel into the exhaust which creates a massive smoke cloud.

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:34 pm

Ah cool thanx for the info.

Post by **rm6239** » Thu Nov 28, 2013 6:50 am

Looking good mate.

cheers

Rossco

Post by **schweinhund227** » Thu Nov 28, 2013 5:32 pm

MY GOD ! My NEW KIT !

I have a Zvezda T-90 on the way (cuz they are 21$) but I am getting this Puppy !

WOW !

Just the underside is out of this world... would look awesome Flipped over ... But plz don't do that !!!

Post by **NovYank** » Fri Nov 29, 2013 12:43 am

Norm, are you going to destroy another tank. First the T-64 and now the T-90.......what is the world coming to?

Post by **schweinhund227** » Fri Nov 29, 2013 3:54 am

NovYank wrote:Norm, are you going to destroy another tank. First the T-64 and now the T-90.......what is the world coming to?

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Fri Nov 29, 2013 6:53 am

You wont regret getting this kit Norm. So far its been a wonderful build.

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 5:58 pm

So let´s continue where we left off last time.

Fuel barrels were mounted but nothing more so here we have the fuel lines added to the tank.

Next up time for some towing cables. There is 2 of them and 1 goes between the fenders and one wraps around the fuel barrel holders and foes under them to the lower hull.

Here is the final PE parts added to the lower hull and that actually completes the lower hull for now so after this its Turret time

Added all the 93 PE bolts

and the gun mantlet and the Shtora "eyes" that is used to interrupt the laser control systems on incoming missiles. Some of the reactive armor added aswell.

Turret from the side

These parts make up one of the hatches.

And this is where the turret sits now.Added all the Kontakt 5 armor block on the top of the turret and the rest of the time really went to building the parts infront of the turret, they are being added in the next stages of building so alot of parts on those also.

So thats it for now, A video build is up shortly with more detailed explanations and pics so check that out if you want.

Until next time Have fun gluing.

Post by **schweinhund227** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 6:16 pm

I hate you soooooo much right now!

LOL

This is just Styrene Porn! That kit is going into my stash sooooo Bad!

Awesome work and I can't wait for this thing to get some color !

This is going to be EPIC!

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 6:21 pm

holy cr... Swede! I'm speechless mate - this is going to be an awesome build! Fabulous work mate. Can't wait to see this one finished

Post by **Paul** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 7:06 pm

That looks awesome, great update

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 7:20 pm

Thanks for the comment guys.
I´m falling in love with Trumpeter for sure. This kit is awesome and they seem to be realeasing like crazy at the moment.

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 8:36 pm

beautiful work, all those tiny etch bolt heads really add to this gem of a model

stunning work mate

Shane

Post by **JayCub** » Sun Dec 01, 2013 8:46 pm

i like it alot, your patience and skill is shining through, plus great photography... looking forward to more. im blown away with the level of detail

Tom

Post by **rm6239** » Mon Dec 02, 2013 9:26 am

Stunning work mate, time well spent.

cheers

Rossco

Post by **ComradeBrad** » Mon Dec 02, 2013 9:22 pm

NorthernSwede wrote:

Is that tank catching some air while firing mid air? That is awesome!

Post by **Coen** » Tue Dec 03, 2013 12:05 am

A flying tank!!!! You gotta love it!!!!

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Tue Dec 03, 2013 6:00 am

Thanks for the comments guys.

Yea there is som videos on Youtube of the real thing jumping and shooting and landing and shooting. I think its meant to show off the easy firing system it uses and also the suspension on it thats supposed to be really good.

Post by **Schoof** » Tue Dec 03, 2013 8:14 am

Wow real nice build

Post by **RobertA** » Thu Dec 05, 2013 5:52 pm

Looking great so far... Keep on keeping on!!

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sat Dec 07, 2013 5:01 pm

So time for another update for you guys.

We left off with the turret rather clean except all those PE bolts and some small stuff added. This time we are adding the rest to it so lets start.

Smoke dischargers added and alot more stuff so just gonna show some pics of the turret from different angles so you can see the stuff thats on it.

Next up is the remote controlled gun station and that had alot of parts aswell so here are some pics of that one

The last 2 pieces added to the back of the turret.

Overview of the turret with the gun mounted.

So I actually managed to complete the building phase this day so here are some pictures of the completed kit without tracks and the sides.

I´m gonna use on of these for the first time on this tank so we´ll see how they work out.

I´m also ordering aftermarket tracks for this build simply because I think the kist deserves something better then what they sent. Trumpeter produced a beatiful tank so the tracks gotta fit it.

Thanks for coming this far

I got rather picture heavy this last post so hope noone minds that.
Video build is rendering right now so should be up withing 30min.

Everyone

Post by **Andyman23** » Sat Dec 07, 2013 5:22 pm

This is absolutely awesome! Can't wait to see this beauty finished.

Post by **Paul** » Sat Dec 07, 2013 5:29 pm

That looks fantastic, great job makes me want to start my zvezda.

No such thing as too many pics either lol

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Sat Dec 07, 2013 5:46 pm

O U T S T A N D I N G

!
All this tiny PE work on the turret is definitely masterclass-work Stefan!
This is really fiddly mate

.
Can't wait to see some paint on it and I'm very curious to see how the camo-mask worked out.

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Sat Dec 07, 2013 6:06 pm

awesome work mate, cant wait to see it all painted up

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 08, 2013 11:52 am

Thanks for the comment guys. Gonna get the leo2 out of the paintbooth so this one can get some primer soon.

http://m.youtube.com/user/MrBobsBuilds · Post by **Rob** » Sun Dec 08, 2013 1:31 pm

Lovely work - my hat's off to to you

Post by **Coen** » Sun Dec 08, 2013 3:45 pm

It's funny Stefan... I've looked at your most recent update about four times... until my eyes dried out.
But I keep forgetting to leave a comment. Haha. The kids or the wife keep interupting me.
Well I got it this time. haha

DUDE!!!!! WOW!!!!!
Holy crap that looks beyond belief buddy. I can't get over those recessed bolts.
Trumpeter has out done themselves this time...WHAT A KIT!!!
and what a job building it... so neat and clean.
Well done buddy... she's awesome.

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 08, 2013 4:04 pm

Haha thanks Coen. I know what you mean by wife and kids.

I agree Trumpeter has gone to a new level in their kits, they piece together real easy aswell so it was a joy to build it.

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 1:22 pm

Sorry for the lack of updates Guys, for some bizarre reason I decided to tear my entire man cave to pieces and rearrange the entire thing during 2 builds

and my wife is due today

with our third child so already been one trip to hospital for checks. Updates will come when I got a hobby room again which is almost complete actually.

all

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 2:16 pm

No need to apologize Stefan. Sometimes there are plenty of more important things in life.
Hope your wife and the baby are fine mate

Post by **JayCub** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 2:43 pm

Your in for and early Christmas present Steffan, i enjoy your builds here or youtube but as Markus has mentioned more important things in life are happening and i wish your wife yourself and your new baby and your other young uns the best of luck

Post by **Tiger131** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 3:09 pm

one superb looking model you got your self here love the amount of detail in this kit..looking forward to seeing that paint camo on it

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 3:41 pm

beautiful work mate

looking top notch !

Shane

Post by **Coen** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 4:11 pm

Stefan... early congrats buddy to you and the misses.
I'm sure all will be well. That's a hell of a gift for the season.
Be sure to let us know how it all goes and what the wee one is called eh?
Boy... girl?? etc???

Oh yeah... nice tank.
haha

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 5:01 pm

Haha thanks all for the nice comments guys.

Yea its one hell of a christmas gift and really looking forward to it again. Will let you guys know how it goes and so on.

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Sun Dec 15, 2013 5:59 pm

congrats on your little one my friend

My Youtube Channel · Post by **NorthernSwede** » Sat Dec 21, 2013 7:35 pm

A little sneak peak of what i´ve been up to and tonights work , or rather the entire afternoon have been the friul tracks.

First time i´ve tried em, first time for many things

but I think they are awesome.

Bigger update coming.

Cheers guys.

Post by **HWGuderian23** » Sat Dec 21, 2013 7:43 pm

Excellent work on those Friul tracks Stefan

! They're always looking fricking awesome

.
Looking forward to your next update mate.