I think I've mentioned before but in GHQ's rules - Engineers get a +3 column shift on the Combat Results Table. Additionally, in Blitzkrieg Commander (BKC) they get 6 assault dice in close combat. To put it in perspective, the only thing on the battlefield that gets more assault dice are flame-equipped AFVs...
I may put some twigs under the bridge pieces for show, to conceal the fact that there are no support struts, and frankly, because it seems like something you'd want on your engineering vehicle.
Here are some Sdkz 251 resources for you German halftrack junkies:
251.com
Wikipedia's Sdkfz Page
Beside the obvious differences between a real 251/7 model, I think it turned out pretty well. The assault bridge is a hair too big though. |
I could have included the door-knocker PAK on there but the MG looked better. I will use the PAK for something else. |
Next to a DAK NCO for scale. That Engineer symbol on the fender was NOT easy to paint. My wife laughs when I paint stuff like that because I hold my breath. |
Thanks for tuning in. Now about that Napoleonic or WWII Battle I was promising everyone...
"My wife laughs when I paint stuff like that because I hold my breath."
ReplyDeleteSo do I, 'specially on the small stuff.
Keep up the excellent play! (It ain't work, is it?
Those Iron Crosses can be very hard to paint! Same with the other detailed stuff on these vehicles. She always gets a kick out of me painting it.
DeleteI definitely wouldn't call it work. Now painting Nappies? That's a whole other story :)
Good work again! I like the look of the PAK on these too, but I agree the mg looks better with all the extra equipment.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to whatever battle report you give, take lots of pictures :D
Ben,
DeleteI think I'll make another 251 Halftrack and I'll mount the PAK on it. I think it turned out pretty well. The camo went on a tad thicker than the last few vehicles.
I will most likely play a Napoleonic battle. Stay tuned!