Need some opinions on aftermarket tracks (Sherman types)

Modeling Subjects Armor
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Hey all,

I picked Academy’s M10 GMC for my next project, but I don’t like the vynil tracks supplied with the kit. They represent a 3 cleet type typically used on French M10’s. I would like to build mine with either T-51 (rubber block) or T-48 (rubber chevron) tracks, which were more common to US vehicles. Fruilmodel, Model Kasten, and AFV all make appropriate workable tracks. I’ve built many vinyl tracks and many indie tracks, but no workable sets yet. So I turn to the experts (you guys). I know Fruil’s are metal that you pin together with wire, but pretty expensive. I don’t know much about Model Kasten or AFV. How do they go together? Are they accurate, Do they look good? If you were building an M-10 and wanted to replace the tracks, which set would you buy?

Semper Fi,

Chris

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I would go with the AFV Club ones. None of them are really “workable” though. Why would you want them to be? Unless you plan on pushing your tank around the floor making vroom sounds. They do assemble like actual tracks with end connectors onto pins. They still need to be glued to hold them on. Personally, I think the Fruils are way over priced, really a rip off. The Model Kasten ones are better priced, and are made of plastic as well. They are basically indi-link tracks. Still think the AFV Club ones are the best deal.

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I was thinking that the “Workable” tracks would be easy to assemble, handle, paint, then apply to the model or was that just wishful thinking? Maybe I should roll it through the carpet making vroom sounds, that sounds like fun. Thanks for the input Arty.