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The diorama completed. Awaiting a flat clear coat on the bushes. A nut and bolt were epoxied in to secure the model.

Painting and weathering of the tracks.

I added a map and binoculars to create some interest.

Highlights applied.

A scratch build bucket was made from lead foil.

Dusted with pigments and the entire model was sealed in with Tamiya Flat Clear XF-86.

To break up the monotonous colour scheme, I scratch made an air identification panel.

360 view.

Showing off the engine.

The finished model

Using strip styrene, the hoops securing the stone guard was secured.

Blackening the canon. See the transformation from natural metal, initial treatment with chemicals to polishing the rust ...

The firemen installed on their fire engine.

Using a piece of sponge, I “drew” the wood grain.

Proceed to round off the structure to remove any rough edges from the frames and strengths until a real curve is made an...