Hover tank challenge

The challenge: build any kind of hover tank without using a tank kit's hull or turret - because nothing saus 'fun' like 70 tons of floating mayhem.

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Why didn't I see this earlier. Have had a hover tank build in mind for severa years but think the turret I have will be too small for the body. Will have to play with it some.
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Kinda quite in here. :looky: Anybody building anything?
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I got distracted by a sub build at the Ma.K forum... :oops: I have
a diorama planned for the Siren, and will get back to the Hovers
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I tried making a concept sketch in 3d studio but realised my skills have dwindled into near nothingness. Them polygons aint talking to me no more... :(

I've not given up though.
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Is this thing still on? I've always wanted to work on some kind of hovertank model!
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ignatz wrote:Is this thing still on? I've always wanted to work on some kind of hovertank model!
Sure! Crank one up. There's a few builds still underway.
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modelnutz wrote:
... Question...any ideas as to the ideal urban camo ?
A sign advertising the local Hooters? :D

Wait, wait, that would *draw* the eye, not help evade notice. If I were in a cynical mood, I could suggest some things...

What you want is something that everybody sees in any city but never really notices. Maybe painted up like a garbage truck? Every city has those, don't they?

Also, a bit late, I found an awesome turret at a thrift shop, so I can actually start my entry. I've had the hoverfan intakes cast up for months, but I have been holding off on the rest of the build til the proper turret had been found.

...also, I'm a really slow builder. :oops:
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I also 'stickied' the thread, since it has the rules/guidelines for the challenge.
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I opened the box I have my project stored in. I might make a push to finish before Wonderfest.

Of course WF is crunch time for the business so I may get noting else done! :cry:
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Not a hovertank, but still cool
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More life.



So after a relatively quiet period. How are the projects coming. Mine has stalled but remained in good shape. I entered it in a contest as a stand alone last year and it got a silver in category. I plan on a figure and base for it. Anyone have any updates? I may start another tank as i have found more model board scraps and my Mini lathe is working! This challenge is ongoing. Use it whenever you get a dead patch or lull in your building. Just remember no pre existing tank kit hulls can be used just greeblies.
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HWR MKII wrote: So after a relatively quiet period. How are the projects coming.
Mine has not changed in ages. The parts are in a box on the shelf. They need to be glued together then shaped.

Maybe I will find the time this year. :D
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Well WF is over and id like to revitalize this section. SO post any updates ya got guys!
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HWR MKII wrote:Well WF is over and id like to revitalize this section. SO post any updates ya got guys!
This just might re-energize me!
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Im doing it to try to jumpstart myself too. I have been in a really bad slump for a very long time no...Havent finished a damn thing in almost a year. :evil:
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I was working on one for Wonderfest but decided not to rush it and do it how I want. Course, it is kit based and doesn't fit this challenge but actually finishing any models is a challenge for me.
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I have not worked on my tank in a while, but I did just finish the card stock prototype of a companion piece. It's either a grav lift version of a jeep/armored car or a very light tank. If I get off my butt, I'll post pics this weekend. I designed and built it while watching FX repeatedly air Battle: Los Angeles.
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improvise adapt and overcome.We are the fellowship of modelers.
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The links work fine. Interesting choice of chassis! :D
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Happy Christmas Dr Yo

Nice to see this old Forum is alive again.

I have been a missing member from this site for a long time. Life is to busy, I havn't picked up a paint brush for 1/4 year.

Maybe this should be my New Year resoloution?

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Back at you, and a Happy New Year, too - glad to see you posting again. Build yourself a hover tank-all of the fire power, none of the trackwork!
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Hi Dr Yo

Hmm, I have something thats been a long time sat on the back burner. It hovers, but is more patrol craft than Tank. We shall see what this year brings.

Have a good 2018.

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Hi, Dec! :) Good to hear from you again. :) If you don't have any solid plans for your hover tank - and if you do I might try this one - you could always base it on a Land Rover. :) I can still hear you saying "Nobody messes with a Landy!" :)
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Hello Scotaidh
I must have felt a disturbance in the force, It has been an age since I looked on the site, yet tonight a few hours after you post, here I am.

I did start work on that recent idea. 100% scratch build. I successfully cut the top of my finger of with a mini circular saw while doing it. So the thing suddenly stoppped. I have yet to restart ( or find the inclination).

My Sci fi modelling did have a sudden and rewarding bout at the end of Summer https://www.facebook.com/29606188049190 ... =3&theater and https://www.facebook.com/29606188049190 ... =3&theater

But for the most part - too much work, too little time for hobby.

All the Best

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