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With much of its design based off the M1 Abrams tank, the JG-95 also has some interesting additions that are unique to its design. The light wheel use, the front slope armor turret, and powerful engines all help to make this tank extremely efficient in all types of terrain. Hope you all enjoy.
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[MOC] T34-85 WWII Soviet Tank
legomarat posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I prepared this model for Brickworld Chicago couple weeks ago. It is quite playable on a table, and was a great show material. I build a slope with books and make it go up and down. The winter livery was due to limitation of available Lego pieces. However few stickers I made are based on my memories of a monument I saw in Russia, rather than pictures online. The model has 4 motors and Sbrick for smartphone control. RC functions: drive left and right track, turret rotation and gun elevation. Also the model features authentic Christie suspension. Video on youtube -
Modular future combat drone
Samolot posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I present my latest work, this time in the style of science fiction. Universal Combat drone. It is a futuristic tracked combat drone . Thanks to the open design of the chassis has the ability to install modules for various combat purposes . Depending on the situation on the battlefield can be quickly fitted with an appropriate module and sent to fight. Changing the module requires only the removal of the four pins and disconnect the electrical plug at the rear of the chassis. The first version of which I developed is 42 missile launcher Inspired by the Russian " Grad " . In preparation I have a tank destroyer with a barrel gyro stabilized .But I also think about the version with radar and anti-aircraft . weight 2.6 KG length 48 studs full gallery http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=555673 Movie -
[WIP] M4 Sherman tank 1/15 (RC) and variants suggestions
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I have been planning to create instructions for one of my large scale RC Tanks for a while and after some thought, the M4 Sherman seems like a good model to build because of the large variety of variants and available modifications that you can do to it. Here are some examples of the variants that i will probably be building This will be my base model, the M4A2 off of the original model it could be converted to a Sherman Crab with mine flail The next variant, the M4A3E2 it has a modified mantlet and additional armor M4 with bulldozer, there are variants of it on the M4A3E2 hull and on the M4A3E2 hull M4 with mine rollers (Not sure how I will create the discs for the rollers) another variant of the rollers ( i will probably build the first one only ) M4A2E8, note the larger tracks Plans for the Model This vehicle will be designed to be modular and allow for ease of user making their own modifications to it Functions 2 speed transmission ( similar to my Tiger I's) 360˚ turret rotation (no motors in the turret) gun elevation/depression lights opening hatches crank start function for turning on battery box V6 engine that operates continuously a separate transmission that will be shifted my the main one, to control parts like the mine flail/bulldozer bade working suspension adjustable idler tensioning for tracks suspension there are 2 variants of suspension, The VVSS (vertical volute spring suspension) on the early M4's and HVSS (horizontal volute spring suspension) on the M4A3E8 VVSS my versions They aren't sprung vertically because they would be too tall, not sure what version yet version 1 Lego M4A3E2 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr version2 Lego M4A3E2 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr HVSS my version Lego M4A3E8 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Feel free to suggest ideas and modify the parts to make them more realistic, i'm trying to make this one of my best builds, so others can improve and modify it to fit their needs. -
Universal carrier (RC) & instructions
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Well this Isn't a tank, but I thought It would be a cool addition to the collection of armored vehicles that I have built. The primary reasoning behind building this model is to test a electronic clutch braking system, I originally attempted to mount a system that would use the two front road wheels to warp the tracks, then eventually the tracks would brake on the respective side to turn, this concept sort of worked, but it had numerous failures with the tracks skipping off of the sprocket. So I simplified it and it only uses the electronic clutch breaking with the servo motor to disable power to the motor on the side that one wants to turn. This system works well and allows for rapid changes in direction. The suspension on the model is interesting, as it acts like a pendular bogie with a soft suspension. The 2 L motors provide a quick means of propulsion, and the final drive ratios can be changed , as it is a 1:1 on the model, but can be interchanged for a higher reduction, or overdrive ratio. I am surprised I managed to keep the model under 1000 pieces, but there could be more detail in the interior, so I will leave the detailing up to the builder, as this vehicle was used in many different configurations, even the Germans used captured versions of this with a 20mm Flak gun on it. Instructions http://rebrickable.com/mocs/TommyStyrvoky/universal-carrier Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Universal carrier by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
Hi This is my new lego tank based on the "jagdpanzer" of the german army at WW2 is very easy to build and with imagination yo can move it beocuse it has no weels but Im glad onn the size and that it can have on the interior 3 minifig And here is a youtube video where I show it more in details Enjoy My FLickr
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Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I present my latest model, a 1/18 Elefant Heavy tank destroyer build on the chassis of my Tiger Porsche. I am quite proud of how this model turned out, as this is my second time building an Elefant, my first version build over a year ago, and it was oversized, and suffered from mechanical problems. This version retains all of the functions of the original, but with even more detail, and added functions. This model features suspended bogies on torsion bars for suspension, dual V6 engines with generators and running fans ( this layout is entirely different from the Tiger Porsche's), Led lights, gun traverse, gun elevation/depression, and gun recoil with a servo motor. if anyone is interested in the internals of the casemate and how they function, this video shows them in operation. https://flic.kr/p/s3zNpc old version Lego Elefant 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr as you can see from this photo most of the weight is distributed over the last torsion bar, so this causes the suspension to sink. Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr the gun recoil effect's full travel. Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr A cat for a idea of its size Lego Elefant und Teddy by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Elefant heavy tank destroyer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
I made this model a few months ago. And this was my first model after dark age. But i never showed it in this forum. I'm doing it now because soon I will present my second tank. length 45 s width 24 s height 16 s weight 1.5 kg Drive 2x PF XL Tower 1x PF M 1x barrel PF M headlights movie full gallery http://www.brickshel...ry.cgi?f=548347
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World of Tank announced Stop-motion competition! My work!
crazymotion posted a topic in Brick Flicks & Comics
Hi! Acer and WoT made a stop motion competition, the results will be in April and now I would like to introduce my work "Tank battle" -
I just love post-apocalyptic themes, so I decided to build some sets for it a while ago. This was my second model: the "Trader Hot-Rod-Tank" My first model the "Raider-Trike" can be found here. More pictures can be found in the LEGO folder of my homepage!
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American 0-6-0 saddle tank steam locomotive - Brick Railway Systems
Murdoch17 posted a topic in LEGO Train Tech
0-6-0 steam heavy-duty switcher This model is an Americanized version of Scotnick's Thomas & friends model "Stanley" (link to that engine on Flickr: https://www.flickr.c...N07/8732762280/ ) with some new running gear provided by Hunter Dobbs from his model of the Thomas & Friends engine "Lady". (link to that engine on Flickr: https://www.flickr.c...02/16562999581/ ) The engine features a new headlight on top of the smokebox and is a little longer than the last version by about four studs. The pistons (hopefully) will work in real life, as I messed with and extended Hunter Dobbs design to include a third axle. The engine is going to be numbered 4990, with the number going on the saddle tank and the letters BRS going on the rear of the locomotive, right between the two red stripes on the coal bunker. NOTE: This model requires custom Big Ben Bricks small steam engine drivers, as in 4 flanged and 2 blind. The gears seen here are placeholders and will NOT work on track! (Link to Big Ben Bricks: http://www.bigbenbricks.com/ ) The rear of the locomotive. Background: Built in 1922 by H.K. Porter, this steam locomotive is of a saddle tank design, (that means it carries the water over-the-top of the boiler in tanks, kinda like a saddle on a horse) as part of an order for 25 engines by Brick Railway Systems, numbered 4975 to 5000. The class was built for yard work, though some were sent out onto the main lines to haul commuter trains when the need arose. This engine class features red stripes on the sides and over the tanks on top of the boiler. I will be purchasing this engine after the parts for locomotive shed I posted on February 15th. LDD file: http://www.mocpages.com/user_images/80135/1428605637m.lxf 0-4-0 steam dockyard switcher This was originally set 3740, Small Locomotive from the My Own Train series. I revamped the 2001 set, adding Big Ben Brick medium wheels and working pistons courtesy of Hunter Dobbs. NOTE: All four of the wheels are removed from them LDD model. The proper parts are available at the Big Ben Bricks website, and are not in LDD. (You need four of the "Medium Flanged Drivers")The number of the engine (3007) goes on the side of the boiler, while the letters "BRS" go on the side of the cab. Fictional background: Built in 1923 by Baldwin Locomotive Works for Brick Railway Systems (BRS), engine 3007 was part of a 250 strong class of switchers made for the tight industrial & dockyard trackage of Brick Railway Systems. The class spread from number 3000 to 3250. They were painted in classic BRS black with a red stripe along the base. LDD file: http://www.mocpages.com/user_images/80135/1428604656m.lxf Thought, Comments, and questions are all welcome! (EDIT 9-15-2015: Fixed the LDD file and pictures, plus I added a another switcher to the first post.) -
[MOC] Tiger Porsche Heavy tank (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I present my first model as an AFOL, a Tiger porsche or Tiger (P). This vehicle, and the Tiger I (H) (the more commonly known Tiger tank) was built to meet the requirements of a 45 ton vehicle that could mount a 88mm flak inside a krupp turret. Durning the testing of the two vehicles, the Porsche version struggled with teething issues in the electronic drive motors that drive the rear sprockets. This vehicle has an interesting means of propulsion, there are 2 V10 engines that drive generators, that in turn provide power to the rear drive motors. This eliminates strain on a mechanical transmission, and allows for ease of "shifting" between different amounts of power supplied to the rear drive motors. Because of the issues with the over-engineered drivetrain, the vehicle lost the competition, and it was not put into production. There had been a total of 100 hulls built by Porsche, and only 5 Tiger (P)s were finished. This vehicle is one of the few that saw actual combat, the markings of it are from the Panzerjäger Abteilung 653rd. I got the inspiration for this model from Sariel's Tiger XL, and I decided it would be cool to utilize his turret (like the actual tiger (P) used the same Krupp turret). I have made a couple small changes to the turret, as it was slightly too long, and the sloped portion was too short. The hull of the tank is packed with motors and details, as I replicated the entire engine bay, and that alone takes up at least 1/3 of the entire vehicle. The rest is filled with the 5 motors inside of the model. Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche blueprints (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr IMG_7980 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I like how all of the SNOT work fitted together very nicely Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Tiger Porsche heavy tank(RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
[MOC] Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I present my latest armored vehicle, a German built tank destroyer on a Czechoslovakian panzer 38(T) chassis. The model that I have built has 2 L motors with a 1:2 reduction that propels the model. It has fully suspended road wheels that use torsion bars (even though the real vehicle uses leaf springs ) to suspend the rugged chassis. It has a dual axis trunnion that controls the gun's elevation/depression. The trunnion has a mini LA that powers the left/right traverse, and a 1:64 reduction that elevates/depresses the 75mm cannon. Rebrickable LDD/Ldraw instructions soon to come... I have been working on these constantly, so far the model is atleast 1000 parts, and that's with only half of the casemate built. Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Overlay with Schutzen removed and on Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Jagdpanzer 38(T) Hetzer (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
[MT] Renault FT-17 Tank
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
New instructions available here. This tank is one of the first mass-produced armored fighting vehicles of WWI, it's one of the first vehicles to have a conventional layout ( driver in front, turret in center, and engine in rear.) This model will feature a interior, working engine, suspension, opening hatches, and other details of the vehicle. here are the blueprints that have been scaled Lego Renault FT-17 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego Renault FT-17 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
[TC6] Civil Titan tank bridge layer
jeanska79 posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Hi everyone, for this contest I realize a bridge layer's tank, inspired by the Titan tank. The funcion are: R track - XL motor L track - XL motor Stabilizating turret (up and down) - L motor with one big linear actuator Bridge layer arm - M motor with two big linear actuator The model is quite finished, just the last touch up and the last photo/video... Follow a preview, hope you like it! -
[MOC] ISU-152 (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I present my latest model, a ISU-152 Soviet heavy self propelled gun. It was built off of the chassis of my IS-2, the 152mm cannon can fire technic beams with a 6 round autoloader. Features full suspension with self tensioning track gun elevation/depression 6 round autoloader led lights Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
[WIP] ISU-152 Self propelled gun with autoloader
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Well this is the start of a conversion from my TC6 IS-2, to a Heavy self propelled gun that mounts a 152mm howitzer in a casemate on the hull of the vehicle. Its purpose was to obliterate concrete fortifications and other armored vehicles too... A video of the firing mechanism of the autoloader in action. Lego ISU-152 Autoloader by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 Autoloader by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 Autoloader by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr here the mechanism for the selector, it changes the rack and pinion from reloading to a neutral for firing. Lego ISU-152 Autoloader by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego ISU-152 Autoloader by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Hopefully I will be able to mount this on the hull of the IS-2 tomorrow, I have to remove all of the innards of it. -
Because construction minifigures love flowers! (a lego tank)
Hereticae posted a topic in Special LEGO Themes
So this eccentric little tank came into being from the idea of making something silly from a military vehicle. This particular tank has passed through several owners, each adding their own modifications to the vehicle resulting in the steampunky, vikingy, flowery look. A picture with the different owner groups: From different angles: Without the tower: The crew: -
One of the first, and most lasting machines to emerge from that mysterious militant nation, Tartrosia. After Tartrosia entered the war, these little tanks emerged by the millions and were seen all over the battlefield beneath the vertical city of Musina. The Chubby tank boasts four powerful machine guns and a single pulse cannon. It seats one pilot who also is the gunner. This MOC came about as I tried to manufacture a turret for my big airship (stay tuned! It'll be here by, hopefully, the end of the month.) The turret didn't work out, so I modified it. Please, comments and/or criticism appreciated.
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[MOC] M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Well I present my last model of 2014, it is probably one of my best vehicles yet, as it contains some new mechanisms for some vehicles next year. This is also probably my record for the fastest time I have built a model (10 days). It features a 2 speed transmission, full HVSS suspension on all road wheels, 6 cylinder radial engine, turret traverse, gun depression and elevation through a mechanism that can allow the turret to spin 360° without having to worry about cords, and the gun doesn't change position as it rotates, and it features a crank start function for turning on/off the battery box. The M6 Heavy Tank was prototyped during WWII to counter the threat of the later war German tanks, as the M4 Sherman was under armed and armored to deal with the threat of heavier vehicles. most of the video is 2X as the batteries were weak because of driving out in the cold (it was 18°F or -7°C) when I was recording) Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr IMG_4661 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr IMG_4664 by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr 2014 models by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr This model concludes my 17 builds of 2014 Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr some photos of it in the snow Lego M6 Heavy Tank 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr -
I have just completed the modifications to incorporate the suggestions for my 6 wide power functions shunter. Please let me know what you think and I welcome suggestions for how it can be improved. Thank you all for your support on https://ideas.lego.com/projects/82031 I regret we have only 100 supporters now so I don't forsee this getting up as the 50th anniversary of Lego Trains train. Fortunately James Mathis has what I think is an even better idea https://ideas.lego.com/projects/86744 so if you haven't supported this one I can highly recommend his. The biggest change is the ability to now turn the battery box off and on by pressing the front of the forward dome. I have some pictures on Flickr that show how it works. https://www.flickr.c...57649279163680/
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I've always had the ambition to make a model worthy of the iconic designs from the Star Wars saga. I don't know how I ended up building an AT-ST some months ago, but it might have something to do with my adoration of marshal banana's and Brickdoctor's masterpieces. I hope this MOC is a worthy tribute. This model is built entirely in Lego Digital Designer, and that has had its consequences. Firstly, I couldn't use illegal (or just complex) connections, which resulted in some strange decisions (I still think tiles would have been better for eyelids. For the same reason, I couldn't get a cockpit interior. The connections needed to achieve that would take a ridiculous amount of aligning pieces...). The second consequence is even more important: I couldn't test the stability of the creation. So I could have spent a lot of time thinking this or that connection would be stronger, but unfortunately I couldn't experiment. Therefor, I stopped trying to make it super stable and concentrated on different aspects. This doesn't mean I took care to avoid the connections that are obviously weak, but I can give no guarantees whatsoever the model will hold (I give it 10% max). I used that time to focus on detail and realism. I tried to follow the original model as accurately as I deemed possible, and took care to avoid studs and axle holes to give it a more realistic look. I guess this is the most studless AT-ST MOC ever made... Also, I tried to include the same amount of points of articulation as in the original model, except in the feet, that certainly wouldn't allow a freedom under such load. Finally, I didn't build this model with Bricklink's catalog next to me, giving me a lot of freedom. The result is that not all parts of this model are available though. I'm sorry that it will remain a digital model. My real objective was to make something like "the ultimate AT-ST MOC". Now I realise there is no such creation, but every creation has its flaws and its strengths. I hope you can still appreciate it. So here are the pictures [MOC] AT-ST by Bert.VR, on Flickr When I had finished the model, I couldn't resist adding a small scene very much in the spirit of marshal banana's creation. I hope you like my try at the Ewok glider. [MOC] AT-ST - from all angles by Bert.VR, on Flickr Here are some 'technical views' to give you an idea about the proportions. I really like how most shapes turned out, but in the end the 'butt' is sticking out a bit too much for my taste. Still, I think it looks great from every angle. [MOC] AT-ST - Join the Empire! by Bert.VR, on Flickr This shot ended up being way more dramatic than intended, but I really like it. It gives you a closer look at the head and shows the details I added on the underside. There aren't a whole lot of very greebly areas on the model, so most of them you can see here. There aren't really any extraordinary parts usages in there, but I tried to mimic the details as good as possible [MOC] AT-ST - glider perspective by Bert.VR, on Flickr Another limitation was that I couldn't use flexible parts. These railings could have benefited from it. The same goes for some piping on the back. But anyway, here you can see how the head comes together. I like how the seams are minimal (not an easy feat in LDD!). I'm also quite proud of the solution I found for the side cannon. You wouldn't believe how many iterations I went through to arrive at this! [MOC] AT-ST - the rear by Bert.VR, on Flickr I guess every model has that one area where the structural elements shine through, making it a bit more ugly from that perspective. This is that angle. I also had to do a lot of fishy connections to cover it all up, especially with the connections of those decorative panels. Shifting to the lower section, I'm really glad with those exhausts. I couldn't use cheese slope mosaics, but a very accidental click led me to these brancard wheel pieces, and they just snapped perfectly into place. [MOC] AT-ST - who needs stable legs? by Bert.VR, on Flickr I spent a lot of time just to get the curved section at the front of the legs. I got the shape right, but the Technic holes aren't pretty. Still, this was the best thing I could come up with. Same goes for the feet: very tricky. The original model has a nice curved shape, and the only part that can match it has to be one of the cockpit pieces. That one had impossible connection points though, so I stuck to this solution. This isn't supposed to be all complaining of course. I had a blast building this model, and I hope you see it. With my comments, I tried to give the model some more nuance for you. I'd love to hear what your comments are! __________________ LXF File available here
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MOC Bat-All Terrain Vehicle This is my latest MOC, a cross between a 66' Batmobile and a Tank. I was trying to think of a way to incorporate tracks with suspension that I had designed. I looked at the 66' Batmobile I had built and thought that would be an interesting project. The tracked suspension is full independent on both sides and works great. I've added all sorts of launchers and equipment, so now the villains of Gotham City have no where to hide. The storyline for the existence of the vehicle goes thus: “It’s 1968 and Bruce Wayne decides that he needs an extra vehicle to help control the villains of Gotham City. He contacts his friends at Gotham City Engineering and asks them to build him a new vehicle loosely based on the 1966 Batmobile but a major feature has to be its all-terrain capabilities.” Let me know what you think. https://ideas.lego.com/projects/87749
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Hi everyone! It has been some time since my last creation, and now I am back on track! My first task is to expand my MOC in the superhero realm, and let's do something before the official Lego Justice League sets come in 2015! "Some men just wanna watch the world burn." - Alfred Pennyworth in The Dark Knight (movie) Well, in the DC Comic world, Batman really needs to face a villain who only burns things. Firefly is a crazy man who knows all the pyrotechnics and explosive objects. This time, he comes back with even crazier toys: his new jet pack and the flame tank, Fire Lynx. Guess Batman will have a headache to capture him, as his usual suit is not ready yet for the heat! Firefly and his Fire Lynx Burn baby burn! Firefly and his Fire Lynx The Fire Lynx is a flamethrower tank, and it has four crawlers allowing it to run on different kinds of terrain. This is the overview from the front, showing the cockpit: Firefly and his Fire Lynx And the back overview, where you can see the cooling fan for the compressor area. Firefly and his Fire Lynx I also created the Firefly minifigure, which is slightly based on the game Batman: Arkham Origins. Firefly and his Fire Lynx Firefly and his Fire Lynx Firefly and his Fire Lynx Firefly's flamethrower gun can be clipped to the roof of the tank, while the jetpack can be stored at the back of Fire Lynx, between the two fuel tanks: Firefly and his Fire Lynx Firefly and his Fire Lynx I guess Batman needs to think about some special gadgets to capture Firefly. But more are coming against Batman! Stay tuned!
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GW Tiger tank 1/15 (RC)
Tommy Styrvoky posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr I present my largest vehicle yet, the GW Tiger. Built off a lengthened Tiger II chassis, it mounts the 21 cm mrs 18 Morser. The vehicle was prototyped and only one vehicle was partially finished when the allies captured it. It features opening hatches (driver's hatch is for lights, MG side is for the battery box), there is a 5:1 ratio between the XL motors and the drive sprockets, gun depression and elevation is powered by 2 linear actuators, gun recoil, working earth spade, lights, track tensioning with the rear idler wheel, and fully independent suspension made up of a combination of springs and a couple torsion bars. Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr Lego GW Tiger 1/15 (RC) by Tommy Styrvoky, on Flickr
