Ktaylor
Sr Member
Decided I need to start a build thread to help me collect my thoughts, share info, and be able to remember this stuff in 5 years!
I started the plans for this build after seeing all the impressive work Ringa did on his build here, it was a true inspiration and fantastic set of information to make me feel comfortable diving into this model, so massive thanks Ringa!!
I did a 3D mock up off of what pics from chronicle I could find then started measuring known kit parts to help fine tune the dimensions until everything started to feel right and fit together.
There is some interesting geometry happening on this seemingly simple design. Choices had to be made! I decided to go with a level top deck and rear engine design after looking at tons of pics from this model being on tour. hard to say from pics but I feel relatively confident about this, less so on the engine orientation but I went with what I felt I was seeing in pics, and what would make the most sense. Here are some pics illustrating the various ways this model can be interpreted, I when back and forth between the middle and bottom one, but ultimately I chose for the top deck AND engines to run parallel with the ground plane. Also attached are my final 3D mock ups and greeble dimensions used to dial the proportions in.
I should also note I decided to make the overall form symmetrical for ease of plans and building even though actual studio model seems to be slightly asymmetrical from the top view. Using pics to judge this which isn't great due to shooting angle and lens distortion but it seems to be off a bit, but hard to say for sure.
I started the plans for this build after seeing all the impressive work Ringa did on his build here, it was a true inspiration and fantastic set of information to make me feel comfortable diving into this model, so massive thanks Ringa!!
I did a 3D mock up off of what pics from chronicle I could find then started measuring known kit parts to help fine tune the dimensions until everything started to feel right and fit together.
There is some interesting geometry happening on this seemingly simple design. Choices had to be made! I decided to go with a level top deck and rear engine design after looking at tons of pics from this model being on tour. hard to say from pics but I feel relatively confident about this, less so on the engine orientation but I went with what I felt I was seeing in pics, and what would make the most sense. Here are some pics illustrating the various ways this model can be interpreted, I when back and forth between the middle and bottom one, but ultimately I chose for the top deck AND engines to run parallel with the ground plane. Also attached are my final 3D mock ups and greeble dimensions used to dial the proportions in.
I should also note I decided to make the overall form symmetrical for ease of plans and building even though actual studio model seems to be slightly asymmetrical from the top view. Using pics to judge this which isn't great due to shooting angle and lens distortion but it seems to be off a bit, but hard to say for sure.
