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2014/07/08 06:46:01
Subject: Rubicon Models - 1/56 Plastic Kit - Q1/17 New Releases Shipped 170407
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Greetings all, just to say hi to everyone on the forum. We are an old establishment with a new brand name, working on an official website now; but you can visit us at https://www.facebook.com/rubiconmodels for the moment.
We will be launching a series of 1/56 WW2 plastic vehicles for your wargaming and modeling needs, probably Q3 this year. We look forward to serving you all soon!
Here are some images of our soon-to-release Panzer III (pre-production test kit) for your review:
Panzer III with 50mm gun
Panzer III with detachable schürzen
Panzer III with 75mm howitzer
Enjoy!
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2014/07/08 07:10:08
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Unstoppable Bloodthirster of Khorne
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They look very nice. I look forward to seeing them make it to market. What name were you formerly known under?
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2014/07/08 07:21:37
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Azazelx, we are a digital design studio, working on numerous projects for several Tabletop Miniature Game manufacturers and Computer Games publishers (mostly limited edition stuff). Rubicon Models is a new setup for us to market our own brand.
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2014/07/08 07:36:34
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Decrepit Dakkanaut
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That Panzer III looks amazing! Been waiting for ages now for Warlord to do a proper plastic one, can't wait to see this one go on sale!
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Fatum Iustum Stultorum
Fiat justitia ruat caelum
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2014/07/08 07:47:55
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Fixture of Dakka
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Liking it, nice any Russian tanks in the planning?
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2014/07/08 07:53:42
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Our initial plan is to release at least 5 tanks on Official Launch Day (Q3 this year)!
A Russian T-34/76 (Mod 40/41/42) should be in that list!
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2014/07/08 10:15:20
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Pious Warrior Priest
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Nice looking tanks! You don't see much being made in that scale.
If only someone would do a sci-fi tank in hard plastic... none other than GW's currently exist.
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2014/07/08 10:48:43
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Is 'Eavy Metal Calling?
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Welcome to Dakka, and nice looking tanks!
What kind of pricing are you predicting for these when they hit retail?
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2014/07/08 11:35:03
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Hopefully, retail price for these kits will be in the £20 (US$34) range.
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2014/07/08 11:42:56
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Heroic Senior Officer
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Plan on making any Japanese Tanks? I would love to replace my Sci Fi Tanks (which I despise) with them.
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2014/07/08 11:55:02
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Japanese tanks are towards the end on our current to-do list. We are still debating if we should ever do a complete resin kit for low-demand vehicles.
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2014/07/08 11:55:55
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Heroic Senior Officer
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Fair enough. Ill keep an eye out then.
Cheers
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2014/07/08 12:13:45
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Is 'Eavy Metal Calling?
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Awesome, if they end up that price I can see some 40k conversions coming on!
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2014/07/08 12:37:32
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Rotting Sorcerer of Nurgle
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£20 + P&P might price you out against Warlord Games (thiers are in the £20 price bracket too), which is a shame as they look very nice but I need cheaper.
If Plastic Soldier Company starts churning out 1:56 then the competition will be even tougher.
However, if could get another retailer based in the UK or Europe then I can see you becoming a great success.
Good luck!
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2014/07/10 02:29:50
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits
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Regular Dakkanaut
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For those who don't use Facebook, here is the Panzer IV...
Here is a side-by-side view of the Panzer IV with two different guns...
Enjoy!
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2014/07/10 08:32:14
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with Panzer IV)
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Is 'Eavy Metal Calling?
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This looks awesome. Will the extra armour plating and track guards be included with the standard kit?
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2014/07/10 08:42:58
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with Panzer IV)
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Blood-Drenched Death Company Marine
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Any chance of making Soviet armor?
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2014/07/10 09:26:46
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with Panzer IV)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Moopy: Yes, will post some sneak preview on FB soon! Check us out regularly!
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2014/07/11 03:43:23
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with Panzer IV)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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These waterslide decals are preliminary design for individual country (expect for the British). Each kit will come with one of these generic sheets, the size is 105mm x 74mm.
Please feel free to comment and make suggestions. The design is still not final, but we think we are getting there!
Enjoy!
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2014/07/12 05:17:53
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with Waterslide Decals)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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This is our 3rd creation - the M4A3. This Sherman comes with 3 guns (75mm/76mm/105mm) with 3 different mantlets and 2 turret choices... Even comes with a Culin hedgerow cutter!
M4A3 prototype with 75mm gun.
M4A3 prototype with 76mm gun.
M4A3 prototype with 105mm howitzer.
A side-by-side comparison of the final painted plastic with the prototype.
M4A3 painted plastic with 76mm gun.
M4A3 painted plastic with 105 howitzer and optional turret mount machine gun and Culin hedgerow cutter.
Enjoy!
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2014/07/13 01:24:09
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with M4A3 Sherman)
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These all look great!
And with SoTR2 just around the corner, these tanks will come in handy when filling out my Weird War II lists with 'conventional' units!
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2014/07/13 07:52:24
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with M4A3 Sherman)
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Unstoppable Bloodthirster of Khorne
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These do look fantastic!
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2014/07/13 16:11:04
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with M4A3 Sherman)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Here are some work-in-progress technical drawings of a T34/76:
This Soviet T34/76 is packed with different configurations that were used between 1940 and 1942.
Line drawing of the T34/76 with two turrets, two hulls, and two road-wheel sets combination. Not shown are the famous oil drums on the side...
Enjoy!
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2014/07/13 16:41:08
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with T34/76 Line Drawings)
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Decrepit Dakkanaut
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Really nice, I do like T-34s
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2014/07/15 07:35:27
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with T34/76 Line Drawings)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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These are the T34/76 Model 40/41/42 prototypes with 2 hulls, 2 turrets, 2 guns, 2 rear oil drum sets, and 2 road wheel sets; plus optional features, such as headlights, antenna, and extra oil drums.
T34/76 Model 40/41 with welded turret and rubber road wheels.
T34/76 Model 41/42 with cast turret and steel road wheels.
T34/76 Model 41/42 with optional oil drums.
The two T34/76 side-by-side... note the difference with guns and crew hatch.
T34/76 rear view... note the difference in engine access hatch.
T34 Rubber Road Wheels... note the one piece track with front road wheels, and single linked back wheels. For gamers, this simplifies assembly. For modelers, can cut off the links to make them individual again!
T34 Steel Road Wheels... note the details on these wheels! For modelers, you can carefully cut one or two road wheels off and intermix with the rubber ones to create your own unique tank!
Enjoy!
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2014/07/15 07:40:04
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with T34/76 Prototypes)
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Is 'Eavy Metal Calling?
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Very nice, the detail on these is very impressive and good idea on the tracks, I imagine that will simplify things a lot.
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2014/07/15 08:29:06
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with T34/76 Prototypes)
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Blood-Drenched Death Company Marine
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Oh wonderful!
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2014/07/17 06:43:12
Subject: Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (Updated with T34/76 Prototypes)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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We had spent a lot of time trying to figure out how to put all versions of the Panther into a single kit. The sheer size of the Panther had taken up a lot of valuable sprue space, forcing us to split this particular tank into two separate kits - the Panther Ausf D/A and the Panther Ausf G! More on this later…
Enjoy!
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This is the close up view of the assembled tracks with wheels in place. A three piece smart design to ease assembly, yet highly detailed.
The three pieces disassembled for close up inspection. All the "connectors" are hidden away once assembled, so you won't see them at all!
Will show more of the completed Panther prototypes over the weekend!
Enjoy!
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2014/07/19 06:59:14
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (updated with Panther prototypes)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Here are some prototype images of the Panther D/A and the Panther G...
The Panther D/A - should come with two copula choices and specific D and A features.
The Panther G - should come with multiple exhaust choices.
Some side-by-side view of the two Panthers
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2014/07/22 15:08:10
Subject: Re:Rubicon Models - Manufacturer of 1/56 WW2 Plastic Kits (updated with Panther prototypes)
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Regular Dakkanaut
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There seems to be a minor issue with our Photobucket bandwidth usage. Things had now been resolved and you can see all our uploaded images as usual! Sorry for the hiccup!
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