Thursday, April 18

Preview update: 1/35th scale Opel Blitz 3t truck "military service" from MiniArt.

Today we see the completed build of MiniArt's new Opel Blitz 3t truck in 1/35th scale. You can see a lot about the model from a simple build without paint. This one scrubs up OK in our preview...



Preview update: 1/35th scale Opel Blitz 3t truck "military service" from MiniArt.

German 3T cargo truck 3.6-36S pritsche normal type military service
From MiniArt
1/35th scale
Kit No#35442
Six marking choices included in the box.
Building the kit...
The chassis and suspension for truck models are kind of like the cockpit or tracks for tanks - it always seems where you start off! This one looks detailed but uncomplicated to build.
A good view of the engine on the chassis with radiator in place. The only thing needed here we would think is the ignition harness and some engine wiring for this kit.
Here is the chassis frame with the engine and fuel tank attached ready to have the cab and tray placed upon them...
Some images showing the underside of the tray and the wooden sides and rear. A pretty uncomplicated build we think. 
You will notice throughout this build the lack of photo-etch in this kit. There are options to replace some of these parts of the kit, like the tie down notches with photo-etch, but without seems very nice also!
You can see from the cabin frame from the rear that front windscreen frame and roof slips on to this part along the natural sea of the gutter that runs horizontally over the doors so limited seams to worry about repairing.
The front part of the cab and bonnet (hood) is shown here, with the front grille and horse shoe for good luck included. The single lamp for the left fender is here also. You can see the steerage link there and some of the parts for the engine bay attached to the firewall...
The parts together in smaller construction sequences before final painting and placement. 
All of these sub assemblies go together pretty easily, and finally, the truck is together. We see it from a few different angles now...
That classic "Blitz" front radiator grille is a feature of this completed kit. It really looks ready to paint... 
There is an option to use Photo-etch for the side of the tray's tie downs, but this works in plastic easier, and almost as convincingly.
The large rear tray is the simple open wooden sided type.
You can see all of that accurately represented chassis, suspension, fuel tanks and running gear are all on display of you need to show them.

This kit from MiniArt will soon be available - Until then, keep an eye on the MiniArt's website or just look in here for more info on MiniArt’s new stuff.