kclank

I am starting to build one of the JP2 paper panzer concepts. I have an upper hull kit from Cris Ludwig and have gathered in parts and all available info on this concept vehicle. Mine will use the E-50 or Panther II baseline hull as shown at the Patton museum with KT components plus some JP components , seven axles and steel wheels. Mine will be similar but different from the artist concept shown below as Cris's kit has a longer casement or fighting compartment.. I have ordered in a bunch of Tamiya Panther and KT parts to fill out my parts box. I am using Schumo gear boxes and braces. Still have not decided if i will use Mato "Pantiger" (panther like but has a different width between sprocket teeth then the correct Panther), track since i have some, but the Asiatam KT transport tracks and KT sprockets are also in consideration. I have an extra 128MM barrel from Wechoe. The traverse and lift will be home made. I am salvaging some hatches and vents from some discarded old projects. Other stuff is still to be determined. So here we go.

Perry S.

Build threads never clog up the forum. Go for it. I'd like to see it.

Perry

dyeager535

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It's a tank forum, and it is, or was to have been, a tracked anti-tank weapon, right? I don't think it inappropriate to post a build thread.

From a different stand point, while I can't specifically say why, the first thing that struck me looking at the Jagdpanther II here http://www.themotorpool.net/German-S.../gas48602m.htm is that it has a striking familiarity, like modern self-propelled guns or something. Without looking up some pictures of things like the Paladin (ok, I had to: http://www.murdoconline.net/wp-conte...03/paladin.jpg) I would say that while not completed, the Germans were obviously on to something in the design, even if it turned out that the tank destroyer concept wouldn't last...obviously SP guns have.

Panther F

Bring it on! That version is quite unique and a killer tank destroyer too!


- Jeff

Disposable Hero

SEE THIS TAMIYA!!!!!!!...........this is what we "tankers" are wanting....something different and unique...hell if I could buy a kit of this I'd buy one in a heart-beat...very cool!!!!!!

sevoblast

Can't wait to see this get going! Go for it!

karel47

i know servoblast mine isn't yet finished would that be the reason of my bad mood lol

yellowshaker

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Bring it on brother! Can't wait to see it come alive.

kclank

Well i got a small start on it this week fabricating the engine deck and modifying a Wechoe JT mantlet. i am mostly in mock up form for the time being. I am not sure if i am using a Tamiya JP lower hull or making a new one. The movement of the swing arms was to be opposite of the Panther and KT.

sevoblast

Ken, you're doing quite well on this build...but then all your builds are excellent.

Panther F

Man, it's looking good so far! That gun is MASSIVE!



- Jeff

bowlman

Hay I love concept Tanks that could of been some times the every day build just gets boring .

Jimmy

dash69

I agree with all before. This build looks great. Keep us posted. I too like destroyers.

David

karel47

its futuristic nice made but not realy has ever drawned onto the germans table, nothing for me

but anyway looks very good, a pitty it was not real, would be a hell of a german tankdestroyer ... beware us ...

dash69

Simply looks kick butt to me. Continue please.

David

wright 971

Hi kclank Here is my version of the Jagdpanther II (supplied by Christian),Mine is based on a Panther IIlower hull ,I also Have a Panther G upper and making a panther F upper for the lower hull,along with my standard Jagdpanther ,it means I can swop the uppers from one to the other,means I can make up 7 different models from the two lower hulls .

regards pete

kclank

Hey Pete I tracked your build on RCTankwarfre forum. We exchanged some thoughts. Yours turned out great hope my looks 1/2 as good. Here is a couple of shots of my recent effort.

wright 971

Hi Had it out for a run at the meeting we had earlyer this month It was good fun,It has Mato 4:1 gearboxes with little black cap motors ,found them a little bit underpower, so have spent two days redoing the gearbox mounts ,now have enough room to get Speed 400 motors in (just),hope fully itwont be stopped when it gets a few hits (well hope i can pivot)still to test it.It Does have torquenow ,Still have to finish my Panther F ,waiting for some bits.will post photos of all the models when I have finished them.
Will watch your build ,I didnt have any problems with the kit from Christian,thinking of getting another from him,Cromwell or the Elephant,I like them both problems problems might haveto get both.

regards pete

kclank

I will trying out some old Sherman boxes with Zagi 400 motors and 8 tooth pinions

kclank

I have been out killing small woodland creatures and have just got back to work on my JP II. here are some pics of the suspension. Since I am basing my lower hull on the Panther II, I had to accommodate a weird spacing on my rear wheel positions. The Pntr II only has 7 road wheel positions on each side (Panthers had 8 positions). One position just in front of the rear road wheel replaces 2 positions typical for the panther. For reference, I included a picture of the Panther II hull that is (was) in the Patton museum at Fort Knox.

kclank

Added wheels, sprockets and track today. Not tested yet as as there is some interference with the track and the upper hull. lots of work to do yet.

Viper54

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Nice !, Cant wait to to see it finished

kclank

Here are a few updates on my project. I am about 60% complete. Lots of detail work and mechanisms to do yet. I like taking photos as it shows up all the flaws and helps me concentrate on fixing them as i go. hope you enjoy.

yellowshaker

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Great work brother! This is going to be something to see when it's done!

kclank

slow but sure