Are the treads in individual links? I have some ICM kits I’ve been dreading to build because of all the individual tracks, it just looks like a receipe for disaster, or at least a nervous breakdown.
Any chance at seeing some built-pics of the 1/48s?
Any tips/tricks I might need to know if I was going to build one? I know Tamiya’s 1/32 Armour is top notch as far as part quality goes, so it’s safe to presume the same for the 1/48?
As stated, they are length and link where there are preformed “runs” for the straight portions and several individual links to connect the runs and work around the sprocket and idler wheel. A neat thing about Tamiya link & length is that the sprue has a portion that is a jig to connect the tracks in the proper shape. They are actually quite simple to build and much easier than the exact same kit in 1/35 scale.
This is a Tamiya 1/48 M4A1 I just finished, built with bits from Hauler and Voyager PE sets, a FineMolds barrel, and stowage from Tamiya’s 1/48 jerry can set.
The kit was a breeze to build, with the only trouble being a sloppy fit of the diecast lower hull to the rear hull plate and idler mounts. Nothing a little putty couldn’t fix, of course!
The link/length tracks are a breeze, and shouldn’t present a problem for modellers of any skill level.