Dragon 1/72 Challenger 2

[Stikpusher]

My first 1/72 armor build since the early 1980’s. Let’s just say that I was quite impressed by this beautifully detailed kit. It even included PE for some of the engine grills and some access plates on the upper forward hull. A real fun build!













some detail shots













Thanks for looking, comments and critiques welcome.

[speedgraflex]

I was surprised when I first saw you post this subject in 1/72. Truly, your abilities and the kit’s high level of detail are an unbeatable combination, Carlos. I certainly feel there is a real distinct signature to the builders I follow, and your work features exceptional qualities that are your primary focus—the clean foundation for a well chosen camouflage drapery with just the right amount of highlighting and washing to suggest reality without overstepping are hallmarks of your projects. I also really love the orange light. That is the kind of detail that separates extraordinary from average. Congratulations, my friend!

[Stikpusher]

Thanks Bruce! You are far too kind in your words. While this was slightly out of my comfort zone, but not by much, it was a fun challenge of sorts. No pun intended.

[Floki]

That turned out great Stick the camo really makes it pop. Them DS tracks still holding?

[Stikpusher]

Thanks Clint. As of last nite the tracks were still good...

Don’t jinx them now Only positive waves about those tracks...

[Duke Maddog]

Outstanding job Carlos! What a little beauty! Way to go man!

[Stikpusher]

Thanks Mark. Coming from the master of 1/72 builds here, that means a lot to me.

Here is a shot of it next to the Tamiya 1/35 Challenger 1 Mk.3 that I built back in 1990 or so...



A nice comparison of scales..

[Mopar Madness]

Awesome Stik! Light-years beyond the old 1/72 Escii armor kits that were around when I was a kid in the 80’s! I have some World War II German armor from Dragon in that scale I need to dig into. Dragon recently announced a new line of 1/144 armor! I’m curious to say the least.

[Stikpusher]

Thanks Chad! I hear ya about the quality leap since then. The last 72nd armor kits that I remember building were some Airfix 1/72 M551 Sheridan’s around 1980 or 1981. They were fun and seemed adequate at the time...

[Duke Maddog]

Yes, sensational work and looking good next to the 1/835th scale one. As I mentioned in another boards; you should add a remote control to the TC showing him 'playing' with his RC Challenger from the TC's hatch!

I agree, Dragon really upped the game when they came out with there high-quality 1/72 scale kits. That is, until they dropped the ball with their newest "quick-build" models. The detail is there somewhat, but not the same as their earlier kits. I do still love the old ESCI armor kits though; what a blast it is building them!

Looking great Carlos!