r/MilitaryModelMaking • • Aug 20 '25

announcement Please take a look at the two newest post highlights

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The first one is a really good question that I thought deserved more attention. Because I guess we all have some sort of this advice which we could answer to contribute to the conversation.

The second highlight is a question from someone who wants to introduce a new type of 'modelmaking' content to our overview. I have put this in the highlights, because I'm not really into that kind of stuff. But that doesn't mean that you, the community also have a saying in this matter.

If you are liking this kind of content. Or you just don't care if it is put here. I'm not going to tell for all of you that it's not allowed here.

The moderator team will discuss this matter in moddiscussions as well. And eventually we will all come to an answer together. So please take a look at this. And place a comment.

Thanks in advance.


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • Aug 18 '25

question Question: model types?

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I build a lot of Metal Earth variety models which are colored and non-colored laser etched metal sheet models assembled into 3d models.

There are a number of vendors and the like but among them is a great offering of military models from ww1, ww2 all the way up to modern military vehicles, aircraft , ships, guns, tanks and even AA and other types of mobile artillery.

I’ve noticed browsing through this sub that it’s all plastic models of various vendors that are done really well. Kudos to you all.

Would these metal varieties be within your guidelines or the subject matter?


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 12h ago

completed (My first completed kit) Tamiya 1:35 Pz IV D. I really recommend this kit to beginners

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed Tamiya M18 Hellcat

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Had a great time getting this kit to where it’s at, it was a long road (4+ months). Learned a lot and experimented so much on this thing from heavy use of oil paints to different textures on the road wheels. Lmk what y’all think I’d love to hear any feedback, this is my first post to this subreddit so I’m happy to show this off to you guys!

Edit: I also used some aftermarket pieces, the tracks and barrel are metal. I don’t think I’ll be doing another metal track set for a while 😂😂


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 14h ago

question Spiky treads

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Are these kinds of spiky treads a real thing? If so, what are they called? I'm having trouble looking them up aside from this example from Metal Slug.


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 10m ago

completed Touched up on a old Panzer II (1/48) diorama, hopefully my future ones will improve…

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed M2 Mortar Full-Scale 3D-Printed Recreation

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 23h ago

work in progress Suggestions for weathering?

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Hey modellers 😄 I'm still working on my little diorama-thingy, and I think I'm somewhat happy with the result thus far. The thing is that I was supposed to add some Vallejo Thick Mud texture on both the truck and the ground, but it seems to have dried up, so I'm considering pivoting somewhat to make the diorama less messy and more dry-ish.

Question is, how would you guys proceed with something like this? I will add another layer or two of satin (or matte?) varnish as I'm not too happy with the gloss finish. Disregarding the coarse surface, the finish is way to shiny anyways. And I do feel like I'm better of "setting" the home-made oil wash and the pigments anyways.

Don't mind the diorama itself btw, I'll try to match it up with the truck whenever that feels finished enough 😄


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed Diorama WW2 1/35

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

work in progress 1/48 magic factory F4U-1A

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Started working on this beauty on Friday and it’s been an absolute joy so far!

Need to start weathering the engine and gun bays


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

work in progress WIP: Eduard 1/72 Spitfire Mk.IXc, fully hand-brushed

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed Italeri 1:35 Semovente M42 75/34 - Open Version - Using Kaleido Omni Paint - Complete Build

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed “A Babe and The Vet”

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This is my very first scale model. After painting it, I thought about mounting it on a vignette—and ended up adding dirt and grass groundwork too—before submitting it to the WMMF 2026 contest. The story behind it is that a rookie machine gunner is heading out in a battle-hardened Sd.Kfz. 251 half-track in Normandy, 1944.

There's a hidden backstory: the crew kept trying to apply a three-tone camouflage, but every single time they were about to, another battle broke out—so it's still stuck in its base Dunkelgelb color. Check out the camo paint cans loaded inside the half-track!


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed 我的M1A2 SEP V3完成了。

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 1d ago

completed “Delivery Hero”

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This is the German Field Kitchen I'm also entering into WMMF 2026. I failed at cutting styrene sheets down to 1mm, so I ended up scratch-building the harnesses and reins out of paper instead. And I actually found a clear display case that fits it perfectly at a local shop.


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

completed WW2 diorama 1/35

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

completed Morane-Saulnier M.S. 406 in Finnish Service (Hasegawa 1:72)

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

work in progress My almost complete first model

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My first model, it’s a 1/350th scale tamiya Yukikaze. Railings are ACE railings I found on Amazon. All tips and criticism are welcome as I’m still quite new.


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

completed T-62 in Chochloma style

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Hello!

Here's my latest work - T-62 in Chochloma style (inspired by u/baron244)

Hope you like it!


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

question Could I put crusaider stripes on later north Africa M3 Stuarts?

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 3d ago

completed 1/48 Eduard BF110

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It’s done.. I just need to find a home for it now


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 3d ago

work in progress Tamiya 1 35 Panzer IV D Tankers

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I have no idea still how to paint the brows lol!


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 2d ago

work in progress NMF first timer

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Metal went on pretty well. Not the greatest kit but not the worst, I didn’t want to experiment on something real pricey.


r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 3d ago

completed German panzer

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r/MilitaryModelMaking • • 3d ago

question Tipps for improvement.

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Hello community, this is my T14 Armata I recently finished. Its my 6th model I finished and would like to step up my game, I would appreciate some constructive criticism from some OGs.