Hi LITS,
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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Are GHQ's MLRS models close to the same size as Whirlwinds?
No. 1/285 isn't the same as Epic's unofficial 8mm standard (probably about 1/220).?GHQ, for the most part, looks small next to Epic.
And, while the older GHQ infantry were small, the newer single casting infantry are very comprable in size. Ahem... I guess I'll have to take photos.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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Close enough to look OK next to Rhinos, I mean?
No. Rhinos look big compared to most microarmor.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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The same model shop that has the Epic stuff on clearance has the 1/48 scale Tamiya armor, and I was looking at that in for use as various Dark Angels vehicles.
(STuG/SturmTiger=Vindicator, possibly Panzers as Predators)
(STuG/SturmTiger=Vindicator, possibly Panzers as Predators)
Cool.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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They also had the Dragon 1/144 scale stuff (that's roughly 10mm, isn't it?)
Yes. 1/144 is roughly close to 10mm.
Try out this E-group:
http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/10mm_SFWG/
10mm_SFWG ? (10mm_Science_Fiction_War_Games)
Purpose:
This group supports 10mm Science Fiction miniatures gamers of every sci-fi genre, background and rule set. While 10mm is the stated scale, everything from 8mm to 12mm including 1/144 and N train scale is included in site discussion.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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...and I got to thinking while I was looking at them. ?I hate the Whirlwind model, and would like to be able to use the MLRS with the missile box trained for firing.
I don't think that anyone makes a MLRS with a ?positionable rocket launcher... most come with it in stowed position.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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Will the GHQ ones work, or do I need to clean the hobby shop out of the Bradley/MLRS boxes @ $5 a box (for one of the models I want, and another I may be able to make work).
I would think not.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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Plus, I can proxy Hunters with the same chassis, with either a Chaparral SP-SAM model, or using the Hunter turret on the MLRS.
Try C&C Pfc. Their minis tend to be a little larger and often come in several cast pieces... more fiddly, but also easier to work with. The owner will also "usually" sell bitz if you ask and spend more than a twenty spot or so. I've had very good experiences with C&C Pfc at any rate.
(Lion in the Stars @ Jul. 29 2006,07:14)
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Any advice from Primarch or Maksim, the 6mm kings?
I hope that works.
And while Primarch is undoubtedly the "King of Primarchloads TM," he's probably only a prince or duke of 6mm.
I'm the KING!
How about EMPEROR? LOL
Shabbat Shalom,
Maksim-Smelchak.
But generally GHQ seems the best choice ...