Falling for temptation once again I picked up another Airfix/JB models M113 just because it was cheap. It arrived today in the post and I have been thinking of a couple of options for its construction. (Anything to cheer me up about the Craptech Hind I am trying to build)
It's probable use will be as a Fitter vehicle, which is a pretty simple conversion. Some good pics of a Kiwi version are shown here.
Of course I could also do a M58 Wolf version which is a smoke generator...But also quite boring.
The 'Kiwi' verison brings back memories.. I served in an APC squadron for 7 years (1 Squadron NZ Scots) in the late 70s/early 80s .. in the APC troop, with the M113s/T50 turrent (.50 cal and .30 cal mgs).
ReplyDeleteThank goodness we never went to war in them..LOL
Kind regards
Robin
cool project, you might have to convert some engineers to go with it, EME?
ReplyDeleteHi Paul,, I'm waiting for M113...;)
ReplyDeletePaul,
ReplyDeleteDefinitely go with the wrecker variant. Much more exciting and you can repair your stands!
Steve
Good on you Robin. Yes lucky for everyone I think. I can imagine 2 Cants on the battlefield...Utter chaos one would say.
ReplyDeletePat on the back.
Oh yes Al, where would we be without those fine upstanding fighting men from the EME!
ReplyDeleteEr Erhntly, I have already made about 15 of the normal M113's.
ReplyDeleteI think the Fitter is a little more interesting. Now where is that HI-AB
I will have to consult Al on what CD3 Modern says about making repairs in the field. The games are usually a little too short I think. One move equals 30mins of real time on the board.
ReplyDeleteFitter it is though!