MERKAVA 2D FULL BUILD GUIDE: How To Build The Ultimate Tank in 1/35 scale

Some of you probably know the Merkava 2D series I published couple months ago but here you have full build guide with almost all aspects of creating this superb miniature. In this video, I tell a story how to build the ultimate tank in 1/35 scale using Takom 2133.
You can find in this tutorial how to make anti slip surface, handpainted markings, standard weathering procedures and details in colors. All this techniques can be used in IDF tanks like Merkava or other military vehicles.
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[@robertkaupinis4875]

I’m in the USA and watch your videos as much as possible, your eye for detail is amazing, you have the best military videos on KZbin, keep up the great work and keep them coming please

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[@atracin]

I remember the Merkava build is how I found your channel! Still the best Merkava build I have ever seen.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@lonthrall5613]

You have excellent artistic abilities! Thank you for posting your work!

[@coldemonspl]

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[@barryconnors3474]

the detail is amazing.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@lironk1]

Absolutly sick build...as a loader on merkava mk2/3/4 ive never seen anything close to the real thing as this one💪

[@coldemonspl]

Many thx. Do you have some pictures with interesting weatheriong effects on merkavas or other IDF vehicles?

[@lironk1]

@coldemonspl mmm sorry but I don't think so...I'm 41 and no longer serve in the army and the pictures I have are from training (one of them is particularly good ...took a shot while it was firing the cannon). I remember some painting was off showing it's red color of the chasis)

[@coldemonspl]

@@lironk1 OK. thx mate! :)

[@sonicimperium]

Takom is doing a great job! I love how their boxes aren't gigantic and the cost vs. amount of detail doesn't get much better.

[@user-Orpheas]

Amazing jop. 👍. The merkava turet looks like those star wars vehicles😁. Thanks,." May the force be with you!"🙏

[@coldemonspl]

Indeed! :)

[@coldemonspl]

Yes, Ive got the same thoughts looking at it! :)

[@westofreaches]

This is great, coldemonspl! I'm building a Merkava right now and this video couldn't have come at a better time.

[@coldemonspl]

No problem! Thank you very much! :)

[@maxzelvenskiy8314]

COLDEMONSpl nice Merkava! Good luck in modelling!

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@DedMoroz1968]

Perfekt Job und perfekt der Panzer!!!

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :)

[@switchoff64]

You did a beautiful job!! Gave me inspiration to finish my mk.III that’s been sitting unfinished for years.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@thomasblencke7518]

Im Grunde arbeitest Du genauso wie ich. Alles schön dezent und nicht zu stark übertreiben. Genau diese Einstellung machen deine und meine Modelle, natürlich und schön. Wieder ein sehr schönes und gelungenes Video.

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[@ВикторЗ-г6ф]

A great conductor for tracks!

[@coldemonspl]

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[@tonycooper1235]

You never fail to let us all down, outstanding work.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@jamesrutherford9643]

Superb job , now giving me ideas on my merkava 2D

[@coldemonspl]

No problem! Thank you very much! :)

[@Marley-k2i]

Another fantastic build my friend! You’re techniques are out of this world!👍🏾

[@coldemonspl]

Many thx mate! :)

[@joshuamurphy4928]

I don't know if it is my progression as a modeler or yours but I have really enjoyed your videos over the last couple of months. Really have learned a lot of techniques. Keep up the good work. Looks I will be joining you on Patreon soon. Also extra points for the tip and hole joke. 🤣🤣🤣

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :) It will be very nice to see you among my Patreons! :)

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Another Monday, Another great Coldemonspl video. Love the full build videos even if I've already seen it. It's like watching a movie instead of a tv show, get the full story all in one go.

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@johnrowbotham5054]

Nice. Just got this kit and you have given me so great ideas.

[@coldemonspl]

Good luck! :)

[@cracoviahusaria1325]

Fantastyczne dzieło! Bardzo fajnie pokazane różne techniki i super dobrane kolory. Bardzo dobry pomysł z tymi kołami i świetne detale. Pozdrawiam 🙂

[@coldemonspl]

Dziękuję bardzo! :)

[@garylawless3608]

I loved this build coldemonspl! This level of modelling is above my skill level at the moment, but every one of your videos has a teachable moment, and by watching you work I have learned quite a lot. I like the practical approach that you have, and the level of detail that you give to every build. Keep the content coming my friend, and greetings from Australia 🇦🇺!

[@coldemonspl]

Thx a lot mate for your comment!! :)

[@anniepoulton8501]

ColdemonsPL i love watching all of your builds,especially with all the tips that you give to us 😊

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :)

[@danakrause5031]

Great choice for a condensed "all in one video". Its always impressive to see all your finishing techniques come together. I also really enjoyed the old school "metal" detailing with a pencil, great touch.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@rob9263]

Great job, might just have to get a Takom Merkava ! 👍

[@coldemonspl]

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[@hubertstaiger9131]

That‘s a real great job!

[@coldemonspl]

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[@coldemonspl]

Many thanks! :)

[@jaseconstable961]

Great job and fantastic video! Have been looking for a really good guide on painting the fine detail on a Merkava😀

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@ChristianSchroter-ok4sk]

Hello mr. Cold!thats a smashing merkaver.massive thanks 4your efforts delivering fun and excitenes.very nice your wife supports you work.congratulations!keep the faith!with sticky greetings from Brandenburg/germany.your modellmate.christian

[@coldemonspl]

I like it too! One of my fav! :)

[@billray7703]

Great video I just ordered the MK 1 from takom

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :) Good luck! :)

[@michaelrafferty4783]

Great video. Realy enjoyed it, merkavers are gorgeous tanks. I love the spilled deisel effect, i used tamiya "Smoke" to do that on my Challengers.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@scalede4371]

I always enjoy Idf models, keep doing them

[@coldemonspl]

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[@fubarscale6887]

COLDEMONSpl nice to see the complete build in one Video.

[@coldemonspl]

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[@drewsavage3050]

48:07 I’d like those free tracks!😊

[@coldemonspl]

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ColdemonsPL, thanks for your usual excellent videos, I always learn something new.

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[@Murphy007]

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[@coldemonspl]

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[@christianrudolph1138]

Good evening Modelcomrade. Great Merkava.. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Modelbuild.. The weathering is very detailing... Nice Tank 😊 Greets from Christian at Germany 😊

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@imadbouantoun9532]

Very beautiful build and paint job final result is amazing !!!

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[@pawelewandowski59]

Efekt końcowy jest niesamowity, świetny materiał, dzięki 👍😃

[@coldemonspl]

Dzięki! :)

[@Rpantherluzero]

I'm impressed with your modeling techniques and abilities. It's beautiful work👍👍 48:42

[@coldemonspl]

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[@thorgal1976]

Sztos...ale tak patrząc po dodatkach to 1/3 to cena modelu a 2/3 dodatki ale...tu widać jak bardzo podnoszą one miodność samego modelu. Naprawdę szacun No i muszę powiedzieć że wiele rozwiązań w warsztacie zapożyczyłem.

[@coldemonspl]

No tak to jest, że dodatkowe koszta przerastają wartość samego plastikowego zestawu. Ale jesli model ma wyglądać, to trzeba się z tym liczyć. :)

[@fransvoogt9925]

Fantastic build!

[@coldemonspl]

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[@mpoverello]

What a stunning job!!! Well done 👍

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[@coldemonspl]

No problem! Thank you very much! :)

[@Night_lightful]

nice work

[@coldemonspl]

Many thanks! :)

[@EdBert]

I enjoy seeing your vealed wehicles! Seriously, have you tried the Meng version of the Merkava?

[@coldemonspl]

I have Merkava IV on my list and this one will be from Meng. :)

[@chuckbevill953]

I can't wait for Mondays and a new video.

[@coldemonspl]

Many thanks! :)

[@broxgir]

very nice and detailing work you deliver as always!

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@williamchan4582]

Excellent build!! just wondering what's the green stuff? some epoxy putty?

[@coldemonspl]

Yep. That's right! Thx for your comment! :)

[@ej123a]

Very beautiful build! I just have question. When u apply pigments directly in the surface of the tank without any binders will they stay there forever or will they fall off over time?

[@coldemonspl]

Thx mate! If you dont blow with the wind or touch fingers the pigments will stey there forever :)

[@paulshri8609]

Another excellent build 👏 👌

[@coldemonspl]

Many thanks! :)

[@BaNuj]

you are decal God !

[@coldemonspl]

:):):)

[@silentbob8635]

I feel like doing link in link tracks is on par with the aftermarket motorcycle chains i build for 1/12 scale bikes. 145 something tiny pins, then another 140 something links, then flip over for another 140 links.... Come out looking stupid good, but its usually an all day or 2 day event lol.

[@coldemonspl]

Yeah, hard work :)

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Dzięki! :)

[@coldemonspl]

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[@Custer0706]

Great build, thanks for the many tips. May I ask what kind of red paint you use for the anti slip? Is that an enamel, or an acrylic paint?

[@coldemonspl]

It's acrylic! Thx for your comment! :)

[@mattatkinson9830]

Great video love the detail

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :)

[@lesthiele4921]

Greetings Lukasz, that was great to watch, I could wztch repeats of your video every day, I do like the look of all Israeli vehicles, especially their Centurion tanks, best regards from Australia 👍👍👍👍

[@coldemonspl]

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[@roeyil]

Cool! Good work mate!

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :)

[@daviddiaz3457]

Hello, good, very good video, there is a yellow tool that is for making handles, where did you buy it??? Thank you. All the best.

[@coldemonspl]

This tool I bought in some Polish hobby shop. Dont remember where. :)

[@MK-wl6zz]

Awesome work😃👍👍👍

[@coldemonspl]

Thx a lot mate! :)

[@JoseFigueroa-nn3lw]

Outstanding !!!!

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much! :)

[@Gubsky777]

good assembly and coloring, I saw a lot of useful things for myself. Tell me who the resin manufacturer is nor finder sistem . It's not clear from the video. but I didn’t find it on the net

[@coldemonspl]

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[@agnestromberg]

Coldemonspl Great build :)

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[@coldemonspl]

Many thanks! :)

[@mat1roz]

jest mega super, pozdrawiam

[@coldemonspl]

Dzieki! :)

[@SoosSnens]

Wow looks great:) Does anyone know in which Tamiya-Color to paint the Merkava IV?

[@coldemonspl]

Thank you very much buddy! :)

[@ej123a]

I tried medium sea grey and khaki 50 to 50 ratio and it looks great!

[@NassimFarhat-o7c]

What kind of wires do you use to tie down antennas thanks

[@coldemonspl]

As I remember it was 0,1 mm wire or some kind of flexible and stretchable modeling rope :)

[@billray7703]

Hi do you know if the merkava mk 1 have the anti slip ?

[@coldemonspl]

Yes, it has antislip surface. :)

[@allandaniell7055]

To save a few $$$$ would the Hobby Boss or the Academy kit be the best option. And hello 👋 from Mackay in North Queensland Australia 🇦🇺

[@coldemonspl]

Thx a lot mate for your comment!! :)

[@allandaniell7055]

@@coldemonspl how does that answer my question ?

[@coldemonspl]

@@allandaniell7055 If you ask about HB or Acadaemy I would keep my money and save for better kit. I know that they are cheap but if you want to have the pleasure during build buy Meng or Takom. :) Hope it helps? :)

[@l3bb]

COLDEMONSpl

[@coldemonspl]

Thx! :)

[@anniepoulton8501]

Hi Lukas I have received the last giveaway that i won as yet😢

[@coldemonspl]

Great! :)

[@anniepoulton8501]

@@coldemonspl meant haven't received it yet

[@coldemonspl]

@@anniepoulton8501 please chceck the message on Patreon

[@anniepoulton8501]

@@coldemonspl hi Lukas I have received it today Many thanks

[@bibblebob]

Masterclub tracks SUCK. Why the hell would you pair brittle resin pins with metal tracks? Bonus points when most of the tracks are bent >_>

[@coldemonspl]

Now for IDF I have Quick Tracks! :)

[@Collateralcoffee]

How is the Merkava the ultimate tank? It is a piece of junk....

[@coldemonspl]

I dont care. :)

[@ChristianSchroter]

Hello mister cold. You have used baby powder.i would like to know something personal.are you a father? with sticky greetings. Christian

[@coldemonspl]

Yes, Iam! 4 kids at home :)

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FREE PALESTINE - FREE THE WORLD.

[@coldemonspl]

No politics here please - its just a model! :)

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[@coldemonspl]

@@Dhouston1125 What are you talking about?? Stop talking about any political background connected with my models!

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@@Dhouston1125How about you grow up and let this Great modeller do what he wants? There is no politics behind models

[@stuartosborne6263]

coldemonspl that looks amazing, thanks for sharing.

[@coldemonspl]

No problem! Thank you very much! :)

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👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼 beautiful model good job

[@coldemonspl]

Thx mate! :)

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Super!

[@coldemonspl]

Thx a lot mate! :)

[@2retardken988]

Sorry for ask. What materiel is that Green stuff for making basket cover..? I’m always get learning and ideas from you. I really appreicate of your Video.

[@coldemonspl]

Green Stuff is special material for sculpting :) Thx mate! :)

[@angstonaut]

COLDEMONSpl

[@coldemonspl]

Thx a lot mate! :)