The Most REALISTIC Model Tank Tracks I've Ever Built! | How to Build 1/35 Scale Tank Tracks

[@codycoyote6912]

Good example of your clear yet detailed explanations on how to do thing's. Thanks!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thank you - I appreciate it! 🍻

[@PiperStart]

It is quite therapeutic watching you assemble track links.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thanks!!

[@desertthunderairsoft-badco9821]

Love you channel dude ! I've just got back into the hobby after 25 years off

[@tpaul802]

RIP Lemmy

[@maevethefox5912]

Oh, I love these! Workable tracks really sell a kit for me, and I honestly have never loved the extensively weighty look of metal - the sag feels out of scale at times, if that makes sense. I've got a shelf full of modern tanks right now, but I'm highly tempted to do an early T-34 now

[@pavelyakovenko1786]

great video, sorry for the off top question, can't find a video where you mention your airbrush model - could you please tell me what is your airbrush along with compressor models? thanks in advance

[@kgw800]

Did the Tankraft Early Tiger tracks last week. They assembled pretty easy, those required 2 pins one from each side. Hope they do Panther tracks.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Very nice!

[@flycasualmodeler]

It is really strange how something that seems like it should be so mind numbing can instead be a very satisfying process. I was dreading doing my first set, but then after I started rolling it really was enjoyable. :)

[@SpruesNBrews]

Haha isn't it!? And I'm glad to hear it's gone smoothly for you as well 👍

[@FB2ABG]

That's pretty good, have you ever heard of Fruilmodel? They're a polish company that makes tracks for pretty much every scale model tank ever... and they're made out of metal!

[@Hey_MikeZeroEcho22P]

Excellent!! I like your set-up on how to build these tracks, didn't know that they had 3D-printed tracks. But, I do plan on buying white-metal tracks ( a bit wider selection ), BUT if I do plan on building WW2 tanks, I'll give them a shot! Good Show, on helping out this company as well, showing references for them to make those tracks. Look forward on how to paint them...... Thanks for the posting!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Pickledog2005]

will they be adding more tank tracks or will they keep the same tanks they have now?

[@SpruesNBrews]

I'm not sure - but I'd imagine they'll keep adding more!

[@tankraft5226]

There's much more to come. Panthers, Sherman T-66 and T-80 are up next.

[@Hey_MikeZeroEcho22P]

@@tankraft5226 Any more modern NATO tanks by chance?? There are a few other 'track companies' that have a LOT of different tracks....could be interesting!!

[@disegnosys]

This is a perfect solution for my 40 year old unfinished Tamiya T34 kit. The old tracks don’t look good and didn’t really survive.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Definitely an upgrade!

[@kiethpederson7558]

Expensive is the number one reason

[@SpruesNBrews]

Fair enough!

[@Ryker06]

Good video.

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thanks!

[@davidm6256]

I’m looking for a set to M1A1 Abrams 1/32 scale tracks

[@sixandup939]

Those are nice!

[@SpruesNBrews]

Right?? 👍

[@li4th120]

I just had my M18 tracks delivered today will let you know how it goes

[@SpruesNBrews]

Fantastic - enjoy!

[@tankraft5226]

Hope you like them!

[@Hey_MikeZeroEcho22P]

Cool Beans..... let us know, from a "customer point-o-view" on how they go, look, and paint/weather (if you are going to do the later)

[@detlevwalter7495]

Will you paint the chains?

[@SpruesNBrews]

That's the plan - stay tuned!

[@thehobbyshop5306]

Great packaging, love the made in USA aspect but why aftermarket tracks can't come in at $20 is frustrating. I'm sure there at hidden costs to putting out these products, but at $37 that's the price of some complete model kits ($44 for the brand new Tamiya Comet) which took one heck of a lot more R&D to bring to market than a track link or two with a pin. However, the more spendy modelers will gobble these up so I'll just go back to my bench and pipe down.

[@mirkomk2675]

hi, I'm starting my first model kit , but I don't know if before to paint all the pieces I have to sand it down even the small one or only the biggest like the main body , thx btw your channel is awesome for beginners

[@BS-561]

I know you asked him and not me but I thought I would give some of my thoughts and what I’ve done (I’m sorta new to the hobby too). I have removed the items from the sprue and then I sanded down any/all flash lines, sprue marks and then I painted everything with my base black or base grey.

[@mirkomk2675]

@@BS-561 i asked in generally btw thx

[@SpruesNBrews]

Hey there! Thanks for your support - I appreciate it! You shouldn't have to sand everything down, just the cut marks where you remove pieces from the sprue & any molding defects. Modern kits are pretty clean, so not much sanding should be required 👍

[@FB2ABG]

Yeah, but if you have an older kit it may require more sanding. I like to sand some of my parts for a cleaner fit, but it's totally up to you.

[@jefftaylor5445]

I really like there stuff! I got my Mat the other day! Is there a benefit of the plastic tracks over some of the metal ones Iv seen after market?

[@SpruesNBrews]

Great! And I wouldn't say a benefit per say - it's really up to individual preference. I think the plastic 3D printed ones are a little bit more user-friendly, though 👍

[@jefftaylor5445]

Thank you good to know! I’m still new. Your videos really help! I just saw that people like to rust and weather the metal ones. Love to see how yours turn out!

[@tankraft5226]

Thanks for your support! 🤩 The main advantage to 3D printed tracks is the level of detail at scale that can be achieved.

[@jefftaylor5445]

I’ll have to pick some up! I love love your mats. Unfortunately the one I wanted was out of sock but I’m happy with the one I got instead.

[@BS-561]

Do you think these tracks are strong enough to “play” with? By play I mean: roll the tank on my desk and pretend it’s a real tank😂 I just want the tank to be functional and every latch, hatch, cover and wheel to be moveable and non-static! Great video dude! I love your content, I like your style and attitude, remarkable work! Greetings from South Florida 💪😎👍

[@SpruesNBrews]

Thanks for watching! I don't think these will be right to play with - static models are pretty fragile & won't hold up to constant handling - they're more for display 👍

[@tankraft5226]

Only if you make tank sounds when doing so! 😂

[@Hey_MikeZeroEcho22P]

That was a question that I wondered as well..... Not Really to "play with", but to show somebody else how "More realistic" the tracks would work/sag on a scale model tank.

[@GB-yo8xf]

I tried 3D tracks A few months ago. They were an easy build...BUT....the links were way too Brittle! Way too many broken links and pins. Maybe the material used was too cheap...not sure. Paid $40 for them and until they are made from better materials....I'll just refrain and use kit parts!

[@SunDevil31]

Awesome. Im building a Bulldog now. What do you do for paints and washes pigments etc? Do you buy a little of everything with each model?

[@SpruesNBrews]

I've got a few videos on painting & weathering model tanks if you'd like to check those out 👍

[@JaxTheReaper21]

No M4 Sherman tracks. In fact, there is only one American tank track set. For the M18 hellcat. Tons for German and Russian tanks. How can they not have a track set for the M4 Sherman at least?

[@SpruesNBrews]

I'm sure they're working on it! The American padded tracks are quite a bit different than their European counterparts, so I'd imagine they're require a little more development 👍

[@tankraft5226]

3D models for T-66 and T-80 tracks are complete. Those will be out this summer. Working on T-84s. I have data for a bunch of other Sherman variants. Like Hank said they are a little more finicky due to track tension issues across kit manufacturers. It just takes time to get things ready for sale.