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Tuesday, May 02, 2017 - 08:07 PM UTC
Thunder Model shares images of its upcoming kit.
Highlights of Thunder Model’s Scammel Pioneer TRMU30 / TRCU30 Tank Transporter (35200):

  • accurate and detailed reproduction in scale, with dimensions based on available factory drawings, and actual vehicle measurements
  • faithful reproduction of the winch and under chassis details
  • all windows and doors may be assembled opened or closed
  • front wheels can turn and swing
  • rear bogies can also swing
Whilst the presented images do not show photo-etched detail parts (i.e. a tool basket, fuel tank cap, other brass parts), such details will be included on a test build that will be shared soon.

Estimated release date is June 2017.
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From the Thunder Model web site under these images..... " More details to follow, estimate release June 2017 Some tractor images here, we will add 30t trailer images in following days and then 20t trailer images as well. We will release both combination tractor+30t trailer and tractor+20t trailer, and possibly we will offer also all 3 kits separately, as some customers are already asking if separate offerings will be available. We will consider this and depending on your interest we might give it a go"
MAY 02, 2017 - 09:43 PM
The front wheels are perfectly correct, but the rear bar-grip wheels were also commonly used on British Scammells as I have seen in many period photos
MAY 02, 2017 - 09:53 PM
Overall this looks fantastic, but does anyone else think that the bonnet / hood doesn't look quite sloped enough? Looking at all images I can find, there is a pronounced slope, but on the CAD images, the top surface looks too flat to me. Any thoughts?
MAY 02, 2017 - 10:21 PM
I hope this is CAD work and not real plastic. The lower fixed portion of the windscreen,below the opening section, is glass and not sheet metal. There should be a marked slope on the bonnet although it washes out towards the bonnet sides Even then the sides of the bonnet appear triangular rather than rectangular. Hopefully this is just a CAD anomaly as trying to correct it might throw other things out e.g. Gap below windscreen. Sk
MAY 03, 2017 - 12:57 AM
I can't wait ! Looks more like a Pioneer than the IBG so far.
MAY 03, 2017 - 01:31 AM
There is more to this at Thunder Model FB page: Any feedback is most welcome! Note that lower front widescreen will also be in clear plastic. Since these renders we have already modified and improved bonnet shapes. You can also notice tiny gaps between some parts, it is necessary clearance for molding, otherwise assembly would be difficult if parts or joints are too tight. They are obviously looking for any constructive comments which can help to improve their kits before its too late
MAY 03, 2017 - 03:23 AM
Love the civilian tread front tires but would prefer the more common wartime pattern rear tires (even if both rear patterns are correct for WWII.) Now what about the slope of that hood? I suspect it should have a bit more incline.
MAY 03, 2017 - 04:53 AM
For all of you asking about the tires, go to their facebook page. They are open to changes. For their Bergehetzer someone pointed out that their idler wheels were not correct posted a photo of a real Bergehetzer wheels and Thunder Models made the changes.
MAY 03, 2017 - 06:24 PM
I have the understanding that Thunder is monitoring this thread, is that not the purpose of this discussion?
MAY 03, 2017 - 08:24 PM
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