How to make a 1/6 scale Strv 105

[@midwesttempestapoc4178]

I'm sad because there is not a culture like this in the United States. I built my own tank as well and there's no real place to show it off without traveling a huge distance. Excellent job! I'm amazed.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, sorry to hear you miss like-minded people! I know there are a lot of Americans in the Facebook group "1/6 scale war vehicles only", perhaps that could be a good start? Plus, it turned out that within driving range from the place I live, there were more than a handful people interested in the same hobby, including one who built his own 1:1 tank. I had no idea about this until I started building and started to visit hobby exhibitions. So you never know, there might be guys out there with the same interest closer than you think. 🙂

[@CHawkens]

What state are you in? I think theres a few tank groups still around in the midwest region. Not 1/6 scale+ specific more like 1/16 normal scales etc etc But yes Uk and all the neighboring countries over in the east have huge tank communities and RC gatherings.

[@Zipy54]

@@CHawkens That would be soooo much fun i wish i was in the Uk

[@bradleylomas7525]

It's awesome to see a well detailed, made from scratch home built system from nothing to completion. Outstanding work! Amazing

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you for watching and for those kind words! 🙏

[@M0vingSaturn523]

This fellow Scandinavian really is proving yet again that you can make anything yourself with the knowledge and the right tools. 10/10 & Happy New Year!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, Happy New Year!

[@cherchezlesoir7166]

How much money to invest into those tools? Own house needed...so in fact a hobby for those who have no other problems...you shouöd say: if you have plenty og money everything id possible

[@builtbyWikander]

@@cherchezlesoir7166 Well, I started to build my models when I lived in an apartment, and the tools are either cheap, bought used or inherited, so the money-value is next to nothing, although they are very valuable to me. There are plenty of ways to acquire cheap tools, if that's the only obstacles for getting into the hobby.

[@rb67mustang]

I really like seeing a photo of you in 1/6 scale standing in the commanders hatch; it adds a nice personal touch of realism to your work.

[@builtbyWikander]

Haha, yeah, I'll keep him around to show the scale of the models, until I get a real 1/6 commander in the turret. :)

[@mikeforsyth2058]

Excellent video, I really enjoyed the longer video in to your build of the Strv 105 Centurion, and it looks fantastic.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, that's awesome to hear! 👍🙏

[@tiger75ify]

I did my military service on Centurion Strv 104 in the nineties. I must say you did an exceptionally good job getting the details on the model spot on. Watching the video brought back some memories 😊. Very nice job!

[@builtbyWikander]

That's aweseom, thank you! Eller ska jag säga tack, då kanske? 😁 Så kul att höra från folk som har erfarenhet av de riktiga vagnarna. 👍👍👍

[@SonsOfLorgar]

​@@builtbyWikander gjorde en veckas prao på miloverkstan p18 när de byggde om ett antal centurionvagnar, bland annat med nya lastbilsbatterier på släde istället för de gamla brittiska stavformade.

[@pon-tampon]

@@builtbyWikander cool centurion

[@builtbyWikander]

@@pon-tampon Tack!

[@builtbyWikander]

@@SonsOfLorgar Fräckt!

[@maxim4538]

WE MORTALS have been blessed WITH A CENTURION (that is totally real and not a scaled down version that is made from wood, metal, wood glue,some screws, plastic and LOVE)

[@builtbyWikander]

😄😄😄

[@builtbyWikander]

Totally!

[@maxim4538]

@@builtbyWikander best of wishes on new year. I wish for you to rest and spend time with your family, you deserve it!

[@builtbyWikander]

@@maxim4538 Thanks a lot, we are doing our best! 😊

[@northunited280]

strv 105 is better.

[@flack2998]

I think it would be cool for the boxes to open up and you can put stuff inside, but i shouldnt be complaining, its a great work of art

[@davidwoods7408]

When I first clicked to watch I thought it was a kit. OMG, from scratch! Amazing to watch. Great job! You get a like and subscribe.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's awesome, thanks a lot! 🙏

[@rb67mustang]

Until I see you using a hacksaw blade to make groove for the C clips, I thought you had a small hobby sized lathe. Yes, I did read the note thanking Sten for making the gearbox drive shafts, and they are very well made. I'm a retired machinist. I have a bunch of wood working machines, a Harbor Freight Hobby Lathe, and a couple years ago, I bought a used Bridgeport that needed repairs. It's been running for a while, and it's in good condition. I converted it to single phase using a new motor with the same RPM as the original motor. The only thing I'm not into is 3D Printing. I really enjoy watching you build your RC Vehicles, you are a very talented.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot for those kind words. 🙏 I got a small hobby lathe half way through the build, so it will be very handy in upcoming projects, but I must say I need to get at much better understanding of how it works to really put it to good use. Thanks for sharing, and for watching!

[@Sharkwhisperer57]

That is an amazing work of art. Incredible craftsmanship, attention to detail and skill. Well done!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching! 🙏🙏🙏

[@richardjonsson1745]

Like watching a kid with a Masters degree in engineering at work. Loved every second of it! Beyond impressive.

[@builtbyWikander]

Haha, that's awesome and spot on, thanks a lot!

[@willemsmith506]

Really great build. Have been considering a 1/8 snowcat build, you have me inspired

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, and that's aweseome! Best of luck!

[@waylonk2453]

Penciling on the sharpened edge of the axe at 52:10 goes to show how much detail is in your work! I am amazed and very happy that you've shared the build process.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, and thank you for watching!

[@Telamon8]

This is a wonderful thing, and I bet the people crewing that real Centurion were delighted by the baby 1/6 version.

[@builtbyWikander]

Haha, thank you! And yes, it got some appreciation from people who had worked with the real deal. 😊

[@PaulSmith-xb9qr]

I’ve just sat and watched the whole video of you scratch building that Tank, which I thought was absolutely fantastic. So well done. Thank you for posting that and letting us watch such a privilege love it

[@builtbyWikander]

That's aweseome, thanks a lot! 👍👍👍🙏

[@chrisporter8120]

I've just found out about these incredible giant armour models, I'm in love, I was wondering where they came from, now I know. Awesome stuff.

[@builtbyWikander]

Cool! Thanks a lot for watching and welcome! 😊

[@singhjobim9719]

Incredible precision and attention to detail. I'm imagining this tank overrunning a 1/6th machinegun emplacement.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you so much! 😄 That's an excellent idea!

[@gaminggaming8536]

I love this model you did a really good job on it and I respect the amount of work that went into this I know I could never do something like this. Amazing!

[@builtbyWikander]

That's very kind of you, thanks a lot for watching!

[@SWAG_ier]

There's a lot to learn from you. I'm currently building a T-72 tank out of paper.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! Oh, sounds cool! Will it be static or powered?

[@BrasherFox]

As an Old Centurion Gunner/Driver Mk 10/11 , 1968-70, I'm amazed how good your detailed model is. The UK model didn't have a single slide over drivers hatch. It was a double flip over with adjustable sights. The single hatch only came with the Chieftains. The Centurion was modified for numerous countries and was a superb battle tank in its day, In the winter months when out on exercise, we always slept on the back decks as they where nice and warm with the RR Merlin engine running all day. That certainly brings back many memories. Ho, I still have a distorted finger nail when changing a road wheel dropped on my finger, ouch that hurt.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's so aweseome, thanks a lot for watching and commenting!

[@builtbyWikander]

Edit: I think the hatch is unique for the Strv 105. It also got new suspension, ir sight and the same engine gearbox as the M60.

[@BunnyNiyori]

Ok that's a record for me. Most cool model tank video ever.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

[@robertmorey4104]

Outstanding! You gave us a hour of Wikander magic. Simple materials, simple construction technique yield a masterpiece. You need to make a cold war adversary now. Wonderful! Heres to 2024.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's so kind of you, thanks a lot and thanks for watching! Yeah, there are soo many cool vehicles to build! Too many! 😅

[@robertmorey4104]

@@builtbyWikander T55, you already have the parts! I dislike "that country" and their politics, but would make great adversary! Thanks for motivation, you got me thinking "How could I make a M24 Chaffee with wood"??? 🤔🤔

[@builtbyWikander]

@@robertmorey4104 Dude, that's aweseom! The Chaffee won't be that huge in 1/6 either, very reasonable size! It's 100 % doable. Yeah, I do have parts for a T-55, and it is a iconic vehicle, but as you said - I rather not give 'that country' anything for free. Perhaps it can be a DDR version, or a bridge layer. We had those here in Sweden in the 90:s.

[@tacfoley4443]

Definitely your very best so far!!! I have had a love affair with the Centurion since I saw my first example - I was just six years old! Sitting on the turret at a show, I felt like a king. My love affair is still with me, although we are both now very old. Thank you for showing how it can be done.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's an aweseome story, thanks a lot for watching! 🙏

[@The_Nameless_Entity]

Wow. This was an amazing build. Normally I'd skip to the end to see the final build. Instead, I watched it from start to finish. Mind blowing. Instant sub. Aloha from Hawaii 🤙🏽

[@builtbyWikander]

@@The_Nameless_Entity That's the highest kind of compliment one can get, thank you so much for watching! 🙏 I've had the fortune to visit your beautiful islands once, a great trip and an awesome memory. 🤙

[@jaymorris3468]

Absolutely fantastic, skills, tenacity and patience, what a combination. Awesome build. Kudos to you sir.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@MMiler]

What an incredible and enjoyable project to watch from start to finish! 👏🏻😎👏🏻

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot for watching! 🙏

[@MMiler]

@@builtbyWikander 😉

[@jagitmax]

Hello from Texas, that was the most outstanding scratch built tank I've ever seen . your a genius , great video of the entire process as well.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, mate! 🙏 Glad you liked it and thanks for watching!

[@Tatertot9797-i6s]

Every time I see one of these videos, it never fails to impress me. The dedication to accuracy and detail is amazing. (Plus the creativity, sandpaper for grip on metal was a genius idea) great model and awesome channel!

[@builtbyWikander]

@@Tatertot9797-i6s Thanks a lot and thank you for watching!

[@BrianSanders-tn7pi]

This is model making on another level. Incredible knowledge and skill. The engineering alone is epic. Congratulations.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏

[@nathandrel]

I must admit, your channel inspired me to pursue my first model tank, I am currently gathering resources and mental strenght to finally build one from scratch (Polish variant of Leopard 2).

[@builtbyWikander]

Damn, that's so cool to hear! And the Leo 2 is an aweseom tank, I wish you the best of luck! Let me know how it goes!

[@sandshrewmunroe89]

I'm also planning a leopard 2 this winter.

[@Zipy54]

Thats so cool! im making a Crusader mkiii at the moment it so much fun!

[@rb67mustang]

Erik, thank you very much for sharing this wonderful video on New Years Eve. It was a pleasure to watch. I will share this with a couple of my friends who are interested in RC Tanks. Happy New Year to you and your family. May 2024 very a Prosperous year for you.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you so much for watching! Happy New Year to you as well!

[@roberttanguay8532]

I just stumbled across your channel, watched till the end only to come to the undeniable conclusion that... You, Sir, are more than the average scratch built RC Modeler! You are, in fact, a true Artist!!! 😊 I mean, the attention to detail is amazing! You had me wondering what you were going to use the brush for when you were cutting it up and then once you showed the final cut, I thought... "You were making a push broom." Talk about being wrong! I mean, who else would've thought to put a stationary boot brush on your tank? I am absolutely amazed with your work of art. Thank you for sharing 🍻

[@builtbyWikander]

That's very kind of you, thanks a lot for those kind words! 🙏 Haha, yeah, we used that type of brush, or broom, on our vehicles to scrape mud off our boots. 😁 Thank you so much for watching!

[@kevinh6526]

Just discovered your channel,brilliant,totally blown away buy your work

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks s lot and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@gordonyork6638]

Excellent work. The movement, turret rotation, and speed all seem in scale.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@juzzi79shanti40]

You are mad!!! Omg! The desing, details and function! This blew my effing mind!!! 10/10 my friend👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 much love from🇫🇮

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@conkielvigopaguio4506]

why is this man so talented the end product is beutiful!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot!

[@conkielvigopaguio4506]

welcome sir

[@clipvue222]

What an awesome build and the detail is amazing thank you for sharing this full build

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks for watching!

[@anthonywilson4873]

The Royal Ordnance L7 105 Cannon was used in Centurion, Leopard 1 and Abraham early models and many other tanks. It was specifically developed to deal with the heavy armour on the then latest Russian tanks. Fantastic scale model model well done, so much detail and structurally sound. Three D printing brings a lot of possibilities. Fantastic.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! Yes, it's an amazing tool and it wouldn't be possible without it. However, I wouldn't want to skip the hand crafted parts, it's so much fun. 😊

[@charlesbola1971]

Beautiful job,congratulations 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😍😍😍😍

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏🙏🙏

[@davepriddy9263]

Great work, engineering, and attention to detail. Awesome!!!!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@roqford]

Fantastic work, thanks for sharing, 👍. Man stay little kids inside, but our toys are bigger!!!

[@builtbyWikander]

True, true. Also, you get old when you stop playing. 🙂 Thanks a lot for watching!

[@christophergould3673]

Just fantastic what else can be said, you are so gifted.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot and thanks for watching! 🙏🙏🙏👊🤘

[@paulgillard5570]

Absolutely amazing model sir, please keep bringing us these fantastic builds all through this New Year and beyond, Happy New Year to all.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, I'll do my best! :D

[@jeanmi6426]

Vous êtes un géni !! Vraiment très beau et impressionnant de réalité ! Bravo !👍👍💪💪❤❤

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! 🙏🙏🙏

[@MatsGarage]

What a fantastic build ! I am very impressed, thank you for sharing.

[@builtbyWikander]

Tusen tack! 🙏

[@williambaker5670]

This is an amazing build- thank you for sharing it.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@willo996]

Excellent model making skills and ingenious choice of materials.:)

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot and thanks for watching! 🙏🤘🙏

[@michaelhoogkamer3619]

Just wow, I would call this art. I really like it, well done.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! 🙏

[@craigporta2001]

VERY NICE. I BUILT MT LEOPARD 2 12 YEARS AGO FROM SCRATCH. THAT WAS BEFORE 3D PRINTING. HAD TO MAKE IT ALL MYSELF. EVERYTHING WORKS. FIRES BBs AND/OR A RED LASER.I HAD TO ADD THE GUNS BECAUSE I FOUND IT GOT BORING JUST DRIVING AROUND. MY THREE TANKS BATTLE EACH OTHER. ALL ARE 1/6 SCALE.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's awesome!

[@127TROOP]

stunning, stunning work…..the sheer amount of man hours and materials must be mind boggling…..I thought your Scimitar was good but this…..love to see you build a Chieftain Mk 9 as I was a gunner / crewman on one back in the 80’s in what was then West Germany. But if you only build one other tank please please PLEASE! build the Stridsvagn 103 ‘S-Tank’……with your skill and dedication it would be incredible to watch the hydraulic suspension working to elevate the gun……once again astonishing and outstanding work 🤙

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! I think the Chieftain is a super cool tank and I would love to build one. 😊 No 103 on the build list right now, sorry, but a friend if mine has a 1/5 home made S tank with real gas turbine engine. It's featured in several of my videos.

[@bilplaymo6121]

Ze boss ! futur Armotek of beautiful Sweden ! lol.... many thanks for a new video Buddy, with you all seems easy : few basic tools, process of "marine" wood +3d parts + aluminium.....and electrical ! = a unique and wonderful result as always ! many thanks for sharing "your way to do it" on this long run project, viva Tank mania and happy new year 24... take care Amigo : )

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot for those kind words! 🙏 I wish you a great 2024 as well! Thanks for watching!

[@bilplaymo6121]

@@builtbyWikander Sorry, I'm fan of your work....take care : )

[@kress_v]

In russian language is a proverb or a saying "golden hands". It's mean you can make anything by your hands very well. it's incredibly result !

[@peterconnan5631]

Amazing attention to detail! Really inspirational. Thank you. And a very happy new year!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, and to you too!

[@vmpgsc]

Outstanding in every respect! You are very steady with your hand tools. :)

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@mikkoveijalainen7430]

Respect. That my good sir is a true piece of art.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏

[@Slaggprodukt]

Well done sir! Really nice, love the details and all. Keep it up !

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏

[@flyop312]

Magnificent

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@cpt.jamming]

That was awesome to watch❤. I would love to see a Tiger ll with the Henschel turret getting build like this if you do German armor too😉

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! Yeah, I do - at least some, check out the Steyr RSO build video, although it's not a tank. 😊 After watching the Tiger II, on loan from Bovington, here at Arsenalen last year I must say it's an incredible machine. The build list is pretty long as it is right now, though.

[@gbresaleking]

Such a cool build and to see it coming out of a saab one of my fave cars was awesome

[@builtbyWikander]

That's aweseome, thanks a lot for watching! Trying to keep my 9-3 in order so it can haul a lot more tanks in the future. 😁

[@TheInfidel_SlavaUA]

i think the quality is good enough for motion picture industry, some of the shots really very absolutely real looking, just a bit more weathering would be in order to make the illusion perfect.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!🙏 The snow helps too. 😊

[@WilliamMelton-hx1wl]

Great videos and they installed me to design tanks great job on bilding the centurion

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@PiotrWoźniak-q2t]

Prawdziwe dzieło sztuki, mistrzostwo. Pozdrawiam

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@bedathesimp1994]

This is my favourite tank, bar none!

[@builtbyWikander]

Awesome!

[@n1co2017]

finally watching this haven't been able to because of school but a work of art as per usual

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏🤘

[@n1co2017]

@@builtbyWikanderbtw is there a specific place where you find the blueprints for the tanks you make?

[@builtbyWikander]

Not really, I scan the internet every time I'm about to make a new model, trying to find suitable drawings. I mostly end up with pictures from 1/35 plastic models.

[@n1co2017]

@@builtbyWikander ok thanks 👍

[@MrAnggie83]

This is awesome...now I know how you build this handsome tank

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@stefanmuller8610]

Absolutly great work! Thanks for showing us.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot, and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@sniper13143]

There is no words for this..and the one that build this model...keep it up my friend.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏🙏🙏

[@cjaylk]

I honestly enjoyed the whole thing. Thnks man. Keep up the good work 💪🏽🔥

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot and thanks for watching!

[@salazar678]

Maravilloso trabajo. Felicitaciones desde 🇨🇱🇨🇱

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@JukorovskiiAvraamDanilovich86]

Wow, it's definitely huge.

[@chuckcribbs3398]

Absolutely brilliant!! Such dedication. BTW: I have an anorak in Swedish camo. Two shades of green, a dark tan and black.

[@builtbyWikander]

@@chuckcribbs3398 Thanks! That sounds like the perfect color! 👍

[@jnwreptiles4005]

Very nice build. You are a true Craftsman. I enjoy all your videos

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! 🙏

[@Smg1730studios]

I'm looking forward to it!

[@builtbyWikander]

😊😊😊🙏

[@Smg1730studios]

I'm thinking about turning a wpl e1 into a tank do you think thats a good idea?

[@builtbyWikander]

@@Smg1730studios That's the tracked utillity vehicle that looks a bit like an MT-LB? I think that would be a greatvidea, you can be as creative you like! 🙂

[@Smg1730studios]

I'll try my Best!

[@Smg1730studios]

I think I might turn it into the soviet t 70 light tank

[@ThatDarkSquid]

Man I sure wish I had the tools you have ! Cutting the hull out of wood would have saved me so much time Dx I hope you're proud of that tank because it looks amazing. Great job ! (Love the licence plate. It seems you're in possession of the true last swedish centurion ! )

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏 You work with what you got. 😊 yeah, pretty happy with this one, it's a joy to drive around. Thanks, I made the registration plate one number higher than on the real 105, kind of like the production continued after the prototype. 😁

[@emily36130]

The model turned out amazing

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@rizalardiansyah4486]

Aah the algorithm gods are being nice today! They actually show me something I like on my feed!

[@builtbyWikander]

That's awesome, thanks for watching! 😄

[@mrtankalotrctankschannel]

thats very cool, great work!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot!

[@mikebenoit6648]

Beautiful job I could see these being sold on Amazon

[@MASTOMOKUCRUSH]

super cool. awesome work. keep making more tanks.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@frankessenberg2726]

i love how the number reflects that this one is the succesor to 80387

[@builtbyWikander]

Duuuuude, you got it! That's so impressive! 👍👍👍😄😄😄

[@kristianramserran]

I watched the whole video - this was really cool to see. wow.

[@builtbyWikander]

That's aweseome, thank you so much for watching!

[@dh420gjr]

What a sick build!!!! Im jealous, well envious because I want one.

[@builtbyWikander]

@@dh420gjr 🙏🙏🙏

[@richsmith7200]

Absolutely beautiful job...

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@Andreas.Pfisterer]

Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, and to you as well!

[@ComdrPirozhki]

Very Beautiful. Can’t believe it has been so long since i watched you start it up til now How time flies doesn’t it?

[@builtbyWikander]

Yes, it's been a journey, and it is not over yet! 🙂 A big thanks for watching!

[@petereriksson4405]

Nice work! Needs just a tiny bit of weathering. I believe the real 105 is in storage in Strängnäs. Talk to Stefan Karlsson at Arsenalen, go show them your model and im certain they will show you the 105 if its still at their storage.

[@builtbyWikander]

Hej och tack! Kommer förhoppningsvis besöka Arsenalen och visa upp lite modeller tillsammans med Minipansar.nu under våren! Hoppas såklart att få se 105:an då. 🙂

[@g.williams2047]

Very nice, I may build something like this one day.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you, and that sounds like a great idea!

[@g.williams2047]

@@builtbyWikander Yes it would be fun.

[@chefbink61]

Fantastic work!! Love it!!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you!

[@johnmoorefilm]

Extraordinary! Thank you ❤

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot!

[@danielparton1189]

Not a modern tank fan, but you did an amazing job on that build! You should try your hand at a Sherman tank variant. I'd love to see that

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏

[@mikebenoit6648]

I could see metal Tracks and metal wheels and Sprockets on this build

[@Zipy54]

Im starting to plan a 1/6 or 1/8 scale Crusader Mk iii. its my first tank build and im incredibly inspied by this awsome video! Please keep making videos and inspiring people! (also if anyone has any tips or thinks i should go smaller please comment it would help so much)

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! And I don't think you should go smaller. 😊

[@Zipy54]

@@builtbyWikander well also i started building it today and its actuly tiny its only 900mm long!

[@Zipy54]

@@builtbyWikander also what esc do you use for the motors? do you have a link to where you bought them? and are the motors brushed or brushless?

[@builtbyWikander]

@@Zipy54 Check out my How to connect-video, I talk a bit more about the ESC:s there: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKOqdaajmbyLjZosi=eeOwEzCAwCCDimgi The motors are all brushed.

[@Zipy54]

@@builtbyWikander Yep thank you so much :)

[@detleftrautmann581]

Begnadeter Modelbauer! Chapeau!

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! 🙏

[@PfalzD3]

That is some impressive work.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you! 🙏

[@spearheadinc]

Brilliant! Respect! Cheers from Warsaw...

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🇵🇱 🙏🙏🙏

[@slawimenet]

Son!... Fantastic job!!! you took a pieces of various wood...plastic... metal... and paint ... and made a magnificent model... Congrats!... Greets from Pensacola, FL US

[@builtbyWikander]

Thank you so much! 🇺🇸 🙏👍🤘

[@JosVisser]

Respect, awesome build.

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks a lot! 🙏

[@andrewjacobs3219]

A great video thank you . And it may be of interest to some that the yellow aircraft in the background and the Centurion both have a connection to my home town Nottingham . The yellow Piper Cub was designed by CG Taylor who,s family came from Nottingham , and the Centurion main armament the 105 mm gun was made at the Royal Ordinance Factory Nottingham . And previously held the record for the longest tank on tank kill when in service in Isreal .

[@builtbyWikander]

Thanks for watching! And wow, that was some story, did not know that! Thanks for sharing! 👍🙌 The Cub is an old model from the 70:s, 1/6 scale, just as the tanks. 😊 It will get a properly converted to electric some day.

[@retroraptor9450]

amazing video. great start to the year

[@builtbyWikander]

Awesome, thanks a lot!