This richly illustrated book offers a complete guide to building model truck kits, across all of the popular scales. Concentrating on civilian vehicles, renowned modeller George Dent describes the fundamental processes involved in kit-building, including preparation and assembly of components, detailing and modification work including custom fittings, plus an in-depth look at painting and weathering techniques. Featuring a range of popular, readily available kits in all of the popular scales: 1:72, 1:48, 1:35, 1:32 and 1:24, and suitable for modellers of all abilities, each project is clearly explained in an illustrated, step-by-step format with over 680 colour photographs.

Takes basic modeling techniques to a new level with a series of creative projects that teaches readers how to assemble, combine (kitbash), and customize truck kits. Teaches painting, finishing, and weathering techniques for street rods, customized trucks, and much more.

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Lively and informal writing introduces young or beginning modelers to the fundamentals of modeling scale cars. Covers the basics of assembly, gluing, decaling, and painting, including brush, spray can, and airbrush techniques. Includes a color gallery of finished models for inspiration.

Trucks are not only the backbone of logistics – they are also extremely fascinating. The technology of the various designs, but also the size of these vehicles alone makes them real highlights for technology fans. And for modellers, they are worthwhile replica objects that can be equipped with almost unlimited special functions or turned into real gems with light and sound effects. In this book, Alexander Kalcher shows you the whole variety of truck modelling. Starting with various kits, the book first shows how to build a model "out of the box", i.e., according to the building instructions. The author discusses special features and gives tips on how to improve a kit with just a few resources. Afterwards, he continues with detailed improvements, embellishments, and adaptations to personal taste, so that models are created that are unique. The wealth of information on the technical background, be it mechanics, electronics, or remote-control technology, is also very helpful and makes it easier for beginners to take their first steps in this fascinating hobby. Infographics explain even complicated issues in an easy-to-understand way and many illustrations complement the text. From the content: • What is truck modelling? • Basics of remote-control technology • The first model truck • From the kit to your own model • Modifying the drive train • Embellishing the driver's cab • Installing electrical functions • Remote control system • Glossary of terms

Learn how to use your imagination to design a scene and then bring that scene to life with this exciting book of step-by-step projects. Ideal for automotive modelers who want to present their car, truck, and motorcycle models in active, fun settings.

On any model railroad, vehicles are important in establishing the era and location of the layout. In Building Vehicles for Model Railroads, expert modeler Jeff Wilson covers the many facets of modeling vehicles in HO scale with accuracy and realism. • A brief guide to the evolution of prototype autos and trucks. • Assembling plastic, metal, and resin vehicle kits. • Adding details to modify kits and assembled models, including painting, decaling, weathering, kitbashing, scratchbuilding, and converting toys to scale models.

Learn to paint contest-quality military figures with this book! Covers military figures and horses from medieval times to Desert Storm. Includes more tips for resin models and oil paints, new techniques for painting in enamels and oils, and information on camouflage and black-and-white uniforms.