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General Discussions / Re: BTR-60PA and BTR-60PB

« Last post by Rubicon Models on January 18, 2023, 12:44:52 pm »

The "Cold War" (or Nam) stuff is basically a new range where we can "explore" new ideas in our design and production.  While we are happy with our rubber tyre, it requires much more attention during manufacturing.  The tyres are made from synthetic material but have inherited disadvantages with durability.  If not appropriately kept, it might turn brittle, particularly in low temperatures.  We are already using higher-grade material and had tested it under different conditions but there is no guarantee.

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General Discussions / BTR-60PA and BTR-60PB

« Last post by Stuart on January 18, 2023, 10:28:13 am »

I received mine today, and it is a splendid kit, a great companion to the T-54 I purchased a couple of weeks ago. I have long been impressed with Rubicon kits, having built about 25 or so, but that is not why I am posting. I believe I am starting to have a budding love affair with rubber tires. They are great, and add so much realism to the model. My only hope is that all the forthcoming wheeled vehicles have these rubber tires. If I could have any wish, it would be that Rubicon goes back and produces the appropriate parts and tires to allow converting older models to this new standard.

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General Discussions / Re: Regarding a couple topics

« Last post by ripley on January 14, 2023, 10:48:33 pm »

I would like to second birbia's inquiry  as to when the 50 cal will be available again . As well I can't seem to find those seated British riding in the rear of the Bedford in either web stores . An update on them , the Staghound , Lee / Grant and your other WIPs would be appreciated . Thank you
 Your Russian truck riders shown on FB look great ,

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General Discussions / Regarding a couple topics

« Last post by birbia on January 13, 2023, 09:23:26 pm »

So I can't find much information on these so I thought I'd put them here, apologies if this is the wrong area.

1. When is it likely the US M2Browning .50 Cal (https://rubiconmodels.co.uk/collections/infantry-usa/products/2840?variant=10764732727340) to come back into stock?

2. Is there anywhere with updates on what happened with the M3 GMC truck and/or the M24 Chaffee projects that were discussed a couple years ago?

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General Discussions / Re: Bedford Truck Decals

« Last post by ripley on January 13, 2023, 07:47:27 am »

. Its got the Canadian decals I need , thank you

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General Discussions / Re: Bedford Truck Decals

« Last post by Rubicon Models on January 13, 2023, 01:38:14 am »

Hope this help...

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General Discussions / Bedford Truck Decals

« Last post by ripley on January 12, 2023, 06:30:16 am »

Anybody have either of the Bedford truck decal sets  ? If so, could you post a picture of them , I want a couple of trucks for my troops but want to be sure it comes with the decals I need .  Its difficult to find aftermarket decals in 1/56 unlike the larger scales

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Work In Progress / Re: Project of the Month - Dec 2021 - M3 Lee & Grant

« Last post by Wabbit on January 09, 2023, 11:40:32 pm »

Hi Any update on the m3 lee/Grant? Its been a very long time now almost 2 years? I really want a couple for my Burma and North Africa Bolt action forces. They look great. Fingers crossed its coming soon?

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General Discussions / Re: M102 105mm Light Howitzer instructions...

« Last post by Stuart on December 30, 2022, 11:54:36 am »

Have not seen the model either, but I am curious if the model includes the stakes to secure the baseplate to the ground while in the firing position. The M102 was always "nailed down" while firing.

Also, I am wondering if the kit includes such things as ammo boxes, aiming stakes and an aiming circle for use in making a diorama.

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General Discussions / Re: M102 105mm Light Howitzer instructions...

« Last post by Tracks on December 27, 2022, 09:18:51 am »

Rubicon Models has not posted the instruction sheet for their M102 105mm Light Howitzer kit (Product Code: 280126), and I do not have this kit (it wasn't used in WW2).

Rubicon Models used to be pretty good at posting their instructions for their kits. They would post them just before the kit was released or shortly afterwards. The great thing about this was that people were then able to as questions within the "Official Assembly Instructions" thread. I wonder why they stopped this practice because it was very useful, and at times, informative.

Anyway, can you share some pics of the sections and parts in question?

As for Section 10, most of their kits can be assembled either deployed or in transport mode, and sometimes both if you do not glue the parts (depend on the gun). When assembling, people should read the instructions carefully. Rubicon Models instructions are usually very good and at times has lots of details and side notes. However, people sometimes rush through without carefully examining and noting any special options/choices/drilling/warnings/modifications. Not sure how common this is, but I have a friend that does this all the time.

Sometimes Rubicon Models does make a mistake or two, but that is where their "Official Assembly Instructions" thread becomes very handy and people can ask. Or have questions if something is not clear or misleading.

Well, I guess that was a long answer to say, "Can you take a picture?"