WW2 Resin and 3d Prints - clearing a backlog

 

Been working on some vehicles for the 20mm WW2 French and downloaded an stl file for a Laffly 20 TL from Wargaming3D as no one seems to make one in resin or metal.  The file is beautifully detailed and so even at 28mm it won't print the open topped model as the windscreen and steering wheel are far too fine for an FDM printer even without scaling the model down to 1/72.

Fortunately they do a closed model and this prints okay.  First test 3d print below.

Windscreen is a bit odd - I need to try adjusting the angle of print to see if that improves it.  I can sort it out on this model with some paper or card covering it or fill it.

I have also been trying to get all my Frontline resin models assembled but haven't been able to undercoat them due to the rain.

SDFZ10 german transport awaiting their primer

Mix of Somuas and H35s awaiting their primer

Three 3d printed isobloc W240 buses used by the French and Germans.  These are from a file on Thingiverse.

I am currently assembling some armoured cars and a couple of civilian trucks which just leaves some German tanks to do.

Also, heads up that Tim at Frontline is retiring and the last day for new orders is 26th February. 

I have just ordered more french tanks, some sdfz70s  (and some Char B1s from Early War Miniatures as he doesn't make them).