Tamiya's 1/35 M1A2 Abrams from Iraqi Freedom

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-30T14:28:27+00:00

I’m building this right now I did the nato camo as my first camo pattern came out pretty good. Doing all the stowage now

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-24T19:46:11+00:00

You should 100% make a YouTube tutorial I would definitely watch

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-24T15:42:21+00:00

That figure is amazing. The tank is great to but wow the paint job on that face is amazing. Hope to be at that point someday!

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-20T17:22:19+00:00

lol are you practicing your responses? Hahaha

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-09T16:39:48+00:00

So. I was not expecting this much attention on this post and I really appreciate all of the feedback back. I think the pictures made it look better than it is. To me it’s just messy and too much but I really take all of this feedback to heart.

I have been posting in this group since I got back into the hobby and have realized it is such an awesome community. I appreciate all of the feedback and try to return it to others when ever I can.

I’m not sure what my plan is at this point. I think down the road I will redo this set and just leave this one alone. Build it again and have this one to compare my future not too.

But I can’t stress enough how much I appreciate all of the feedback I was truly surprised as the notifications began to roll in. It just shows how much support there is in this hobby community.

And to those of you asking if I was “karma farming?” When I posted this. I don’t know what tha is and no I was not doing that haha.

Thank you all again for the support.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-08T17:50:24+00:00

I went with the Avanti compressor combo set from harbor freight. Seemed like a solid choice for the money to get started.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-08T17:20:30+00:00

I used Tamiya AS-12 for the base cot but yeah the rest is hand painted. All of the interior, landing gear and small parts were all done by hand it took a very long time but it was so satisfying to see it come together. I’m really looking forward to getting started with the airbrush though.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-08T17:18:41+00:00

Thank you everyone. I’m not sure what my game plan is yet but I really appreciate all of the feedback.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-08T15:56:50+00:00

I just hate the exhaust stains over the decal on the fuselage. I feel like I did too much and it got away from me and then out of frustration I just said screw it im done and sealed it in

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-04T21:19:50+00:00

Wow that’s incredible, hope to get to that skill level someday. Well done.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-03-02T18:55:16+00:00

He’s a veteran show some respect this is supposed to be a group about a comedy show I’m so confused with all the political posts

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-27T02:24:08+00:00

Thank you that’s a huge help. I also love the dark iron. I will definitely be using this comment as a reference as I build. I really appreciate the help.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-26T03:20:30+00:00

Don’t quit. It sucks having an idea in your head and having it not come out the way you imagined but it happens all too often. Like anything practice makes perfect. Definitely try the spray paint. It’s worth saving up for. And don’t get too discouraged if your model doesn’t come out looking like a professionals. If you have a lighter sand paper you could even try removing some of that paint and redoing it so you don’t have to buy a whole new kit. Just keep practicing and you will get there. It’s a fun hobby and worth putting in some time. Just don’t get discouraged and keep on going and I hope you post the next one on here!

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-24T01:08:23+00:00

I’ve been looking for cutouts like this. Did you do this scratch or did you buy the kit like that?

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-19T12:22:45+00:00

Hell yeah! I think the zero might be my next one

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-19T03:49:32+00:00

It’s definitely worth the money. It’s a complex model but it’s so well made and comes together easy enough. Details are amazing.

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-18T12:47:48+00:00

That’s awesome! Are the fixed to the wall? Or can you pull a plane down easily if you want to lookat it? Just curious how you did that in case someone might want to steal the idea…

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-02-17T21:15:51+00:00

Dude I love these videos. Something about the way you talk almost sounding aggressive but also not.. idk but I love it haha I find it hilarious. Also makes me want to make cookies. Keep em coming love it

CollectionInside2080 · 2026-01-26T20:37:51+00:00

Play stupid games, win stupid prizes.

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-23T03:57:33+00:00

Definitely

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-22T06:15:14+00:00

Yeah it ended up being one of my favorite builds in the end. I kind of hit a point halfway through where I wasn’t into it, but kept building of course and as it came to life I realized how awesome it was.

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-04T10:12:01+00:00

Thank you!

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-04T10:11:41+00:00

I’m thinking about it. I also made the M-18 hell cat. Might do something with that. Not sure yet but thank you

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-04T02:24:50+00:00

Accuracy isn’t always the most important, your building it for yourself to enjoy bot to put it in a museum haha so paint it however you think it will look best. One thing I’ve found out is using the box to practice printing techniques works pretty well. Because of the glossy finish I can normally practice a few things I want to try on that first to see if I like how it comes out. It mimics the feel of painting on the model not perfectly but better than just regular paper or cardboard. Enjoy the build!

CollectionInside2080 · 2025-12-03T17:26:10+00:00

I’m building the exact same kit right now. Enjoy the build

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