M113 A1 ACAV 1/16 COMPLETE BUILD VIDEO ( ANDY'S HOBBY HEADQUARTERS)

[@keithTCU]

Just got mine a week ago. I’m gonna stick a 1969 Playboy centerfold pic on the inside.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool Keith

[@michaelnaven213]

Takes me back to 1963 when a M113 model came out. I had to put it on layaway because I couldn’t afford the $3.00 price. But after three weeks of allowance I had my M113. It was a very basic kit but I was the happiest kid on the block to have the kit everyone wanted.

[@ChristianSchroter-ok4sk]

Hello modellmate!that sounds 2me as a precious childhood memory.very nice!,ohh those happy childhood days.with best regards and sticky greetings from Brandenburg germany.faithfully yours.your modellmate.christian

[@dillybar722]

My kit arrived today, and my 3D printed goodies should be here on Monday. I'm getting started after dinner.

[@dannyherron8652]

What 3d parts are you getting.

[@dillybar722]

@@dannyherron8652 road wheels from fat frog via hobbyeasy. And the Jason studio stuff

[@dillybar722]

@@dannyherron8652 road wheels from fat frog, and all the jason studio stuff

[@michaelnaven213]

Once again Andy you have given us modelers a fantastic kit.

[@paoloviti6156]

In 1977 I joined the army when it was compulsory in Italy, I'm Italian, and I was sent near the border near ex-Yugoslavia as a truck driver or lorries. That said I've been driving a couple of times the imported version of the M113 with main stencils in Italian but many were still in English like manuals mostly in English and quite often officers were calling me to translate it as my English is quite good! I wish I could really drive one home 😅

[@bryanentwistle7479]

Andy, great video, I enjoyed watching the build, and can't wait to build the model myself. Just a quick heads-up.....the radios in the M113 are olive drab, not black, apart from that I Iove the detail in the kit.

[@MartinSparks-ef9gr]

Hi Andy .Looks like an amazing kit but ww2 olive drab is totally different to vietnam dark olive drab and it kills me every time , which is most of the Nam builds i see . I hope to get this kit in the future . Well done , your kits are exellent . M

[@thomaswilloughby9901]

I got my kit 2 weeks ago. One issue I noticed was the WW2 ammo can on the 50 cal. Not a deal breaker but those of us who rode on 113s noticed. The ACAV needs dozens of ammo boxes to be accurate. The crews covered the floor with them. I guess that will be after market. I see Jason added the proper ammo cans.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Looks like a really nice kit with beautiful accessories to add!! 👍

[@adventure2073]

cant wait to get one! Hopefully someone does a resin power pack for it, not having that beautiful 6v53 detroit in there is a shame.

[@Blackjack2359]

Beautiful kit for sure. I have already assembled my kit, along with painting inside and out. My only headache was assembling the track. It would not flex as much as I would have liked (links continued to brake apart). Other than the tracks, it was a very nice kit to assemble.

[@dannyherron8652]

Is that "break" apart as in actuality breaking or just separating- indicating glued parts not fully seated. Thanks

[@Hasan-Zaeer-Ul-Haqq]

Very very cool! I can’t wait to get a couple of my own!

[@stevengriffin7873]

I really like your videos.I think you are one of the best things that has happened to 1/16 scale in a long time.Keep 'em coming!

[@coling3957]

I'm in UK. Still waiting for mine , it's on pre-order. Can't wait!

[@Jelly-B]

Yet again Andy you've knocked it out the park not only with the build but the level ofdetail you've included in the design of the kit you should be extremely proud, Spot on. But please could you look into smaller scales as I could never afford or justify buying your 1/16 kits

[@christinahaddrell2110]

This scale takes up so much space on display bases, easier I guess for aging eyes but not the scale to have a ton of models. Nice build as always sir.

[@francopasta3704]

I agree…Tonka Toys

[@awhisperinthewind4253]

nice to see you doing a build again

[@JohnMcGillivray-u4b]

Andy, no doubt you will recall how many times I commented on how much I wanted to see a kit of this vehicle in this scale as I spent enough time in them and the memories are all good. I will say you have knocked this out of the park, it is superb, even though I am across the other side of the world I have been studying all the parts in the 2 kits I have, and I really am impressed with what you have done, like a great book this kit will be a best seller and spawn a stack of conversions for the many variants. Thanks again for this great model & happy new year.

[@doug-ij7tb]

Painting the interior of mine right now, so far I'm enjoying the kit. The one minor thing that bugs me though is that it would be nice if the sprockets, wheels and idler were held on with poly caps so you can remove them for painting later.

[@scottbeckmann966]

This is a beautiful kit, no issues to date. Your choice of "lots and lots" of tie downs is an understatememt :)

[@kalbs89]

Been waiting for this build, my kit arrived here in Canada New Years eve. One my 1/16 Sherman is done its onto this kit.

[@AndreSilva-wh4vn]

I would surely like a M113 with this detail quality, but in 1/35. And the crew.

[@malaudisa]

Beautiful kit!

[@andyfirthbespoke]

Can't wait to get mine, looks great. Next you should do a 1/16 LRDG Chevrolet.

[@dannyherron8652]

Thanks for a great kit. But there are unfortunately there are a couple of omissions in the interior. Specifically around the fuel tank and rear bulkhead/ hull. But no problem, as I am willing to scratch build those issues missing. The fit is really great. I would recommend to builders...make sure you file and scrape those nubs off as the fit is quite tight. In other words really well made. Have 😁 fun to all.

[@WhataboutTRUTH]

Great work Andy 👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@robertgriffin662]

Well that's awesome! But now we need an M-48 Patton to go with it!

[@jamesbednar8625]

Awesome build/paint video!!!! About the painting: the actual floor panels in the back of vehicle are in natural aluminum color and left that way, but I like how you painted them to reduce that glaring brightness. Also, the floor supports that those plates are mounted on (that "T"), and the base of the TC/commanders seat would be painted the interior color as well. The round disc bolts would also be natural aluminum. There would be a black cushion inside the circular driver's hatch - that cushion would help protect the driver from eating that rather hard metallic ring should he hit a bump harder than usual (it does help!!). Also, all that space in the interior right side between the back of the seats to wall - that would be filled with all kinds of things from individual gear, ration boxes, tool bags, etc.. Some "minor" nit-picks but still an awesome job.

[@westring8119]

hi Andy,nice build and painting!the fit of the pieces is perfect!!cheers Patrick👌

[@DASCDUDE]

Love the kit!

[@123JWhyte]

Can't wait to order one for my 1/16 Six Day collection to go with my jeep half track and M51

[@M0U53B41T]

that is a lovely kit

[@TheSlugstoppa]

Looks brilliant Andy - Oh and Happy New Year !!

[@steve1315]

Very nice Andy.

[@davidcole333]

I think you missed it a little bit on the interior color. Your store sells Ammo of Mig ATOM Acrylic paint in duck egg green. That color is bang on.

[@dannyherron8652]

Exactly. I purchased 4 bottles for the anticipation of the need for the interior. Looking forward to see how well it holds up to weathering. Have a great build to all!

[@dannyherron8652]

@@davidcole333 exactly

[@keithcourter5148]

Hi Andy great video that kit looks awesome I'm going to get this kit thanks for sharing 😊

[@fjdexx]

thx for showing. looks nice

[@didierfrenga5101]

SUPERBE ...MAGNIFIQUES...................................

[@rrl4245]

I don't see those new Jason Studios accessories on the web site!

[@jasonmiller4712]

Hey Andy, you added the WW2 50 cal liner (ammo box) to the gun. Step 31, subassembly, Q83, Q84 and Q88 should have been used mate.

[@terryvallis1436]

Cockpit green would work as well

[@Yardbird68]

Looks like a awesome kit indeed. Haven't seen a new vid from you for a while, I was starting to go through withdrawals. 😅

[@glenfisher728]

Great kit Andy . The shovels missing from the front and it looks like you've put the bracket above the front left hand lights on backward . Couple of little niggles to fix up but again looks great .

[@Sgtklark]

I wish they made a M577 version of this model. I used to drive a M577 for the artillery unit I was in (8 inch howitzer).

[@RTbuilding]

Great job!!!!!!🎉

[@ernestturner915]

I'm surprised that that you didn 't use black as a basecoat.. Otherwise an outstanding beautiful model! Kudos!!

[@tpbbuzzelli1327]

Beautiful

[@clifftrimble2616]

Awesome build and definitely on my list. Question about the radios. Instead of all black shouldn't they be OD in color... the radios in my AN/MRC-107A2 USAF jeep were OD with black dials.. 1982-86...

[@clifftrimble2616]

Check M113 Armored Personnel Carrier Walk Around from Squadron Signal by David Doyle, pages 40 thru 54 show the interior in color.

[@SO-ym3zs]

These 1/16 kits are really cool but shelf hogs! You should showcase some 1/72 scale armor!

[@clifftrimble2616]

I'm sure an engine kit is not far behind... so when is the 1/16 M48A3 Patton coming out???? Would make an excellent diorama!!!!

[@lwsgrvbro]

Having spent many hours riding in the back of a “track”, I can say with certainty that Tamiya sky is a pretty spot on match for the color. At this large scale, a drop or two of the green should deepen the hue as needed but 50/50 mix makes it too green. Just my opinion.

[@lesthiele7645]

Hi Andy, firstly a Very happy New Year to you your family and all your staff, this is a great kit, but sadly I don't think I could sneak it home, looking forward to your next 1/16th scale release, any clue on what it will be? Best regards from Australia, Les

[@themagnificentmackrel6505]

awesome Andy great job on this!

[@swagmanexplores7472]

Got my x2 just before Christmas. Any leads on aftermarket engine or additional 1/16 radio sets ?

[@liaozhang5073]

Hello Andy and happy new year 2025 !! Can you tell me what new Takom ww2 1/16 products are planned for this year?? Can you do some pressing to edit a harley "iron horse" with its rider?? That would be great !! Thanks from France 👍

[@RTbuilding]

Well, it's about time! 😅

[@Jack-j3i8b]

Been a long time since you announced release of new 1/16 scale kit. Are we done with these now due to the Chinese, or are you out of ideas?

[@c1ph3rpunk]

For the life of me I can’t remember what the interior color of the M113 was. I seem to remember it was closer to a yellow-ish white than green, but maybe it was unit/model dependent? I’ve been on the fence on the 1/16 scale but I think this just pushed me over it to buy one.

[@Sultanofdarts]

Andy, I got my kit a couple weeks ago. Do you know if we are getting any Australian conversions like a t50 turret or fsv variant. I’m holding off on building until more information comes out. Love the quality though!!!!

[@stevengriffin7873]

Do the road wheels turn or are they glues solid,it looks like they are just glued on,no separate pins or poly caps.Also the fuel and water cans,I see they have the two different caps,but do the cans have the different markings for gas and water.

[@jasongibson8114]

M113 Is a death trap when i had one in 2004 🇮🇶 I was terrified. Aluminum tin can.

[@normandixon4571]

please please please can we have an after market Israeli conversion kit, just asking like

[@Hallelujah1979]

Wish I could order from you Andy but I live in Malaysia

[@jimjones5883]

Do you sell the parts to make that kit into the M1064 Mortar Carrier?

[@AndreDemers1]

Hello Andy, great model. Received it two weeks ago about and the pieces fit very well. Did the same error with two of the radios. I was happy that you put the video on because I was having problems with step 6 for the two pieces Q63 and Q87. Noticed that you did not put them on. Definitely a model that needs to be done in pieces (color and finish) and then pieced together. I am also having problems putting the cables in the pieces C41. Any tricks on how to do that? And my last question is do you have any idea where I could get a dozer blade that would go infront. I am doing the M113A1-B Dozer. That was what I drove in Canada. Thanks and again a great model.

[@KHKH-os6kt]

The whole inside of the Canadian version was white.

[@TracyCockrum]

The little door is for quick troop development, to let the ramp down the door must be closed. If not closed, When I drop the ramp you will brake the door and unhinged it, and will not close right. Seen it to many times!!!

[@ekspatriat]

No engine?

[@alerrapalexrap36]

El T72 amigo. El T72 en escala 1/16

[@catlady8324]

🐈 🐈‍⬛

[@jimmccormick6091]

M901? M163????

[@Pluggerdan]

What color are you using for the interior?

[@GordoGrande69]

Watch the video, he tells what colors he mixed. 😊

[@ronvallance5425]

No engine, that's disappointing.

[@miguelangelnicolas7912]

Hola desde España,feliz año🎉🎉🎉

[@scottmccloud9029]

Happy New Year to you and your family from Texas.