Panzer II Plastic TS1 Primed 200810

[Rubicon Models]

We have updated our 3D drawings to include the earlier round hull variants for Ausf A/B.

They were on our original plan but due to the extra number of parts for the suspension panels (really large) and sprocket drive covers (really tiny), we had initially decided not to include them to the final product due to sprue space.  But due to someone here keep nagging about it, we did go back and look at our design again to find a possible solution... and here it is (with minimal part additions)!







Enjoy!

[Tracks]

So, the same Panzer II kit will now be able to make either the angled front hull or the rounded front hull?
Overall, this was probably a very good choice to make.

[Rubicon Models]

So, the same Panzer II kit will now be able to make either the angled front hull or the rounded front hull?

Yes, we did a major design change (plus some engineering "cheating") which we thought was not possible when we started the project.  Of course, that will complicate hull assembly with some smaller parts now.  The Panzer II started out to be a very small tank even in 1/56 scale...

[ultravanillasmurf]

Well done..

[EarlyWarGamer]

Do you still need better scans? Mine defaults to 300 dpi and I never think to even look at that to see what my options are. I can check that out to see if I can get a higher resolution ... if you still need them.

But THANK YOU for including the rounded hull. I am so VERY HAPPY that you found a way to make that happen!!!

[Tracks]

Mould Making in Progress (or on queue)

------   Panzer II
------   SdKfz 10

Of all the future Rubicon Models kits to be released in the next few years, these two plastic model kits are the ones I look forward to trying to obtain the most.

[emmanuel]

Will rubicon will include a wespe in their panzer II  3D drawing ? that could be a great opportunity to add with some little more work at the same time a 105mm german field artillery to their range ?

[Rubicon Models]

Our first plastic test shots for the Panzer II, only four months after the initial 3D drawings... not too bad!

























Enjoy!

[ultravanillasmurf]

Excellent.

Amazing progress.

[EarlyWarGamer]

Fantastic!!!  You even included a front hull piece with and without tow cables!

I am going to need a fleet of these. how wonderful!

[Tracks]

Fantastic. This is looking like it will be a wonderful kit when released! I can't wait. I wish I had the Panzer Tracts series for the Panzer II to check a few details to prevent a repeat of what happened with the Panzer III kit.

One plastic Panzer II kit to make them all... well done Rubicon Models!

I wouldn't be surprised if this kit sells very well. Yes, I already know there is a nice resin Panzer II model out there, but this new plastic kit will beat that resin model in every category as well as meet the needs (and more) of the common gamer.

And the kit comes with a tank commander figure... nice!

Side Bar:
This is a general note for all kits. If Rubicon Models is reading this, I also have one suggestion. When it comes to MGs, I very much like the idea that Rubicon Models included a choice of MGs for gamer or modeller - M4 kit for example. However, it is a shame that this is not standard practice with all their plastic kits. As an example, the Jagdpanzer 38(t) kit comes with a very thin modellers MG. I ended up replacing it for several reasons. After all, mostly miniature gamers (not modellers) buy these very nice 1:56 scale plastic kits.

See parts D05 and D06 of step 1 - for gaming use with a thickened gun barrel

[Rubicon Models]

Lots of photos for this little German tank!

You get 4 variants (Ausf A/B/C/F) and 8 variations including a command option... everything from 3 plastic sprues.

Watch out for variations on those small armoured hull hatches, rear exhausts, smoke launchers, and tank accessory layouts. We spent lots of time comparing notes and references to make sure they are historically accurate.










































































Enjoy!

[Jaeger]

That is exceptional! 
2 curved fronts, many variations possible, impeccable details, this will be a great addition to my collection.

[EarlyWarGamer]

Loving every little detail!

[ultravanillasmurf]

That looks great (I do not have knowledge to say how accurate it is, but it convinces me).

Not sure which ones I would build, but build them I will.

I will have to look up the "What A Tanker" points cost.