BMW R75 with Sidecar - Bike crew update 170215

[Pinky]

I think these might be your best figures yet, at least in terms of how they look as actual models.

[Rubicon Models]

I think these might be your best figures yet, at least in terms of how they look as actual models.

This is because these are NOT intended for plastic production...

[ultravanillasmurf]

Almost a month without update on this project...


Enjoy!

Excellent.

Will you do the traffic directing figure in plastic?

[Rubicon Models]

Will you do the traffic directing figure in plastic?

Probably not, the details on this particular figure is too complex to be modified
for plastic production.

[ripley]

German Military traffic cops !  Didn't they call them Chain Dogs  because of the metal badge hanging around their necks ?

[Rubicon Models]

German Military traffic cops !  Didn't they call them Chain Dogs  because of the metal badge hanging around their necks ?

Indeed, they were called "Kettenhunde"...

[ripley]

I like them . I could really use some actually , to keep my convoy  of German tanks moving 

[Rubicon Models]

More work done on the motorcycle... now with stowage!





Enjoy!

[Pinky]

Including stowage, and options like canvas covers, is a great idea.  The heavy rope holding the stowage in place look a bit overdone - more like something you'd see in an earlier period.  Flat straps would be more appropriate.  It's a small point though - this is promising to be quite a special kit.

[ultravanillasmurf]

Wow! That looks great.

[Yaquir]

Looks really fine!

[ultravanillasmurf]

One thing (besides Pinky's comment about rope versus straps), the spare wheel package with the stop/go baton looks like the ropes are tucked between the rubber tyre and the metal wheel rim rather than over the rim and between the spokes. As it is most likely that it would be fixed with the spoke side against a surface like the lower picture (resting on the board) I doubt it would be a problem in use.

[Rubicon Models]

TS1 plastic finally arrived at the studio...













Enjoy!

[Pinky]

Plusses - the tyre tread is very nicely done, as are the canvas weather covers.  I like the optional metal / leather panniers too. 

Minuses - I know it's already been debated to death, but the solid spokes look like they belong on a smaller model.  The engine detail seems a bit 'soft' too.  Are the horizontal cylinders separate parts?

I suspect most of us are waiting to see how the crew turns out.  That's what will really sell this kit.

[ultravanillasmurf]

Are the horizontal cylinders separate parts?

I think they are on the bottom left of the sprue after what I guess is the drum magazine.