M1A2 Abrams

Awarded: Silver

By: Sven-Åke Grufstedt

Manufacturer(s): Revell

Description: This is Revells M1A2 Abrams built OOTB with some stowage from different manufacturers. Antennas made from fishing-line and figure from Preiser.

Judge 1: Nicely built, although no in-progress photo. The build looks good and the paint finish is well done, but more contrast around the details would enhance the model further. Some close-up photos would be useful.
Judge 2: This is a very well made model without visible construction flaws. The paint work & decals are well applied and the general wear and tear for a modern front line AFV is well captured and realistic in placement and scale. Overall the finish is good but it could be improved with greater contrast and a darker pin wash around the smaller details particularly the bolts, rivets, panel lines and wheel nuts. I like the antenna you've added and the stowage is well placed but doesn't seem to carry the same amount of dust as the rest of the vehicle. As a final note the photo's could be cropped a bit closer to the model, giving everyone a closer view of your great work.
Judge 3: Very nice looking model here, Although abit plain not as bland as the Challenger 1 what has help is the more obvious chipping on the hull side. the tie downs on the aerials make this model stick out very well done. The spare wheels are abit clean & some of the tarps too. MG weathering could be stronger with no metalic look about them. there is nice chipping on the hatch lids but nothing on the hatch rims. No construction errors & the decals are very nicely applied too. Again photography needs more variation with height,angles & closer shot. good work.