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Lindberg 1:35 scale M-46 Patton Tank
horsetank
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Posted: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 03:16 AM UTC
Guys I just bought the Lindberg 1:35 scale M-46 Patton Tank and it does not look too promising.
I noticed the wheels don't look right.
Has anyone done this kit, if so do you have any tips or reviews
Thanks
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Posted: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 05:40 AM UTC
Ouch - that is a really old kit originally from the '50s or '60s. It is very poorly detailed and not really accurate at all. I think it is actually 1/32 too. If you are looking for a good M46, get the Dragon one.
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Posted: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 08:33 AM UTC
Thanks I knew it was something wrong dimensions and the overall kit
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Posted: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 01:09 PM UTC
I've done a scout car from Lindberg. My dad even remembers them from when he built models(about 40 years ago). I am surprised that they are still in business. Very poor detailing. The scout car looks more like a toy. The undercarriage is non-existent. Avoid Lindberg at all cost.
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Posted: Sunday, August 14, 2011 - 05:18 PM UTC

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The scout car looks more like a toy.

And that's exactly what they were, even at the time (50s) .
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Avoid Lindberg at all cost.

Well, avoid if you ae looking for an accurate model of anything, as that was not their intent at the time. If you want an easy kit for a younger modeller as an introduction, then Lindberg kits can be quite worthwhile. But certainly don't pay much for them, they're not worth much, for sure.

Paul
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