One thing I really like about both the Spanish Civil War and the early period of WWII is the armoured support options not dominating the game. In terms of games of Bolt Action this BA-6 counts as armoured car with an armour of 7 and thus may be knocked out by regular rifle fire when shot at from the back or side.
You see, you don't actually need dedicated anti-tank weaponry to deal with most armour in this period.
This time no Empress kit but a Warlord Games BA-6. A nice lump of resin that was a breeze to assemble. Normally I don't base my vehicles but due to some rather flimsy metal parts (i.e. the steps below the doors) I decided to make an exception. Actually I quite like the look of it and may give some of my other vehicles the same treatment.
For more versatility I magnetized the commander and didn't apply any markings. Thus it should serve well as both Republican and Nationalist armour as well as support for when I come round to work on my Russians for Operation Barbarossa.
Brilliant, this is perfection, And you've got a kit that can play 3 sides!
ReplyDeleteA splendid piece there you have really done it proud.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful painted BA-6 model, especially like the weathering! It looks very discreet, so obe can see at the first look, this BA-6 is used in more warmer climate.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness me, this is just a stunning piece of work - wonderful!
ReplyDeleteMasterclass work my friend!
ReplyDeleteJust outstanding Nick!! As you know I could not agree more in that vehicles in the SCW are very playable and are not over powerful.
ReplyDeleteChristopher
What a splendid vehicle, beautiful colors!
ReplyDeleteSuperbly done Nick.
ReplyDeleteSuperbly done Nick.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully detailed vehicle
ReplyDeletecheers John
I've painted one of these Nic and yours put mine to shame, I can see the amount of care and detail you have put into this. Superb.
ReplyDeleteExcellent. Really nicely painted and weathered. Looks good on the base.
ReplyDeleteSuperb work Nick! The paintjob is really nice and vibrant even with the earthy tones! These early Soviet (and really any) armored cars are always nice to see. Somewhat clunky and unwieldy looking, but that's just part of the charm.
ReplyDeleteSimply unbelievable work on that mini AFV. The weathering, the colors ... simply superb. And you did it with earth tones. I'm in awe [humbly bows].
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