Is there 1/72 AT-AT model available?
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SixthScaleMan
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Pics of your builds please!
No 1/72 AT-AT I’m aware of. Ages ago, there were ads for a big one from Dragon, but that’s vanished into the ether.
In the meantime, the 1/144 Bandai one is very nice. Worth a look!
No 1/72 AT-AT I’m aware of. Ages ago, there were ads for a big one from Dragon, but that’s vanished into the ether.
In the meantime, the 1/144 Bandai one is very nice. Worth a look!
Hannoc
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Nice work, your models look great.
1/144 AT-AT looks like it has a lot great detail from what I've seen, I will definitely pick one up, hopefully at some point Bandai will release a 1/72.
Here's a link to where I posted some photos of the Falcon, it could probably use some more work but I'm pleased with it for my first big model.
Bandai 1/72 PG Millennium Falcon (also the Revell Germany rebox)
So I want to avoid lacquer as much as possible so I’ll pass on the Mr. I’ll experiment with the Vallejo stuff I have and see how durable it is. That said, are you guys priming parts on the sprue or after you’ve assembled the model? Pros and cons? Seems like you might get better coverage but at...
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Thanks
TazMan2000
Master Member
Not a model, but the Star Wars Miniatures AT-AT is very close to 1/72 I believe.
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TazMan2000
Analyzer
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The Revell AT-AT is pretty close if not spot on for 1/72. A lot of people claim it as 1/53, but I think that is wrong. It is close in size to the gaming mini posted, however, that gaming min can be quite expensive even in the second hand market
Based on a 22.5 meter AT-AT as well as upsizing from the Bandai 1/144, the Revell one really is very close to 1/72
The downside though, it needs some work. mainly in the sides of head area near the back since it is missing the armor plate. There is other things wrong with it, but all of them are fixable.
Personally I think as a quick fix, you can get away with just adding the armor plates, and replacing the side guns and you will have a nice display piece. If you're striving for 100% accuracy, you have a lot more work ahead, but I was happy with those two simple fixes in addition to replaing the raised panel lines on the body with scribed lines
For now, apart from scratchbuilding, it is your best bet
For relative size comparison between a snowspeeder and AT-AT
1rst with Bandai 1/144 AT-AT and Snowspeeder
Now with Revell "1/72" AT-AT and RetroSF 1/72 Snowspeeder.
If you would like more size comparison pics with other 1/72 stuff I can post some with the whole 1/72 collection
Based on a 22.5 meter AT-AT as well as upsizing from the Bandai 1/144, the Revell one really is very close to 1/72
The downside though, it needs some work. mainly in the sides of head area near the back since it is missing the armor plate. There is other things wrong with it, but all of them are fixable.
Personally I think as a quick fix, you can get away with just adding the armor plates, and replacing the side guns and you will have a nice display piece. If you're striving for 100% accuracy, you have a lot more work ahead, but I was happy with those two simple fixes in addition to replaing the raised panel lines on the body with scribed lines
For now, apart from scratchbuilding, it is your best bet
For relative size comparison between a snowspeeder and AT-AT
1rst with Bandai 1/144 AT-AT and Snowspeeder
Now with Revell "1/72" AT-AT and RetroSF 1/72 Snowspeeder.
If you would like more size comparison pics with other 1/72 stuff I can post some with the whole 1/72 collection
SixthScaleMan
Active Member
Nice work, your models look great.
1/144 AT-AT looks like it has a lot great detail from what I've seen, I will definitely pick one up, hopefully at some point Bandai will release a 1/72.
Here's a link to where I posted some photos of the Falcon, it could probably use some more work but I'm pleased with it for my first big model.
Bandai 1/72 PG Millennium Falcon (also the Revell Germany rebox)
So I want to avoid lacquer as much as possible so I’ll pass on the Mr. I’ll experiment with the Vallejo stuff I have and see how durable it is. That said, are you guys priming parts on the sprue or after you’ve assembled the model? Pros and cons? Seems like you might get better coverage but at...
Thanks
Nice build of the Falcon! Very impressive.[emoji846][emoji106]
Hannoc
New Member
Thanks I'll check it out
...I've had this discussion about the AT-AT before when it comes to it's size. It varies so much, and I think it's a matter of opinion, mostly based on what you personally use as reference: It's feet crushing Luke's snowspeeder, Luke using the harpoon thing to ascend underneath, or Snowspeeders flying between the legs and even Luke coming out the side door on Endor...they all lead to massively different sizes. If I remember correctly, I think I personally found the Revell to be really close to 1/72...
Hannoc
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Wow these both look great, maybe it would be fun to build the Revell and modify it.
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Jun Austria
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The Revell released AT-AT is a good challenged for a scale modeller. And I have learned few scale modelling skills while doing this project. Its still unfinished coz I haven't gotten around on doing the flexible neck housing... yet. The only part I didn't scratch build is the chin gun. That part I asked Tony from Shapeways to help me 3d print them.
Hannoc
New Member
Thanks, I had no idea about the different scales in the movie, guess I didn't pay too much attention. I was just looking to keep it the same scale as my falcon, x-wing and the y-wing I've ordered.
Hannoc
New Member
Like I said before I've only built a couple of models but it'd be fun to learn some new skills and techniques, basically they're all new to me hahaha, any advice on what I should read up on? or terms I should know?
I do have a small 3d printer and some basic 3d modeling skills which could come in handy.
Jun Austria
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Oh man. 3D Printer. That is so much easier. Since you got a 3d printer. Get a Bandai AT-AT and use that as a reference for accurizing the Revell AT-AT. You can easily scale things up using your software. When I started doing mine, there's only pictures online that I use as a reference.
Don't get overwhelmed on what you about to see. Just think of it as a learning experience. Scale modelling takes a lot of patience when doing one. Coz the process is where the fun is.
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Don't get overwhelmed on what you about to see. Just think of it as a learning experience. Scale modelling takes a lot of patience when doing one. Coz the process is where the fun is.
W.I.P. Revell AT-AT
Revell AT-AT October 2010 Revell AT-AT inside my Spraybooth with the modified parts. A much improved feet. New joints w...
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Hannoc
New Member
Oh man. 3D Printer. That is so much easier. Since you got a 3d printer. Get a Bandai AT-AT and use that as a reference for accurizing the Revell AT-AT. You can easily scale things up using your software. When I started doing mine, there's only pictures online that I use as a reference.
Don't get overwhelmed on what you about to see. Just think of it as a learning experience. Scale modelling takes a lot of patience when doing one. Coz the process is where the fun is.
W.I.P. Revell AT-AT
Revell AT-AT October 2010 Revell AT-AT inside my Spraybooth with the modified parts. A much improved feet. New joints w...
Thank you Jun, just had a quick look and your blog post and it looks amazing, can't wait to have a good read through.
I think picking up the Bandai AT-AT is great idea, I'd like to 3D print some parts but I'd also like to learn how to scratch build others, Like the missing armor plates Analyzer mentioned above, is it made using some kind of plastic sheet?
Jun Austria
Well-Known Member
Yes. The white materials are from poly styrene sheets and strips from Evergreen. That you can get from a hobby shop. And the light brown color materials are kit bash.
Hannoc
New Member
So its been awhile since I got the model and I've finally had some time to work on it a little.
I've scribed the panel line but they need to be cleaned up a bit.
I modeled and printed the armor plates on the head ( still need to add little strips on top) and pads for the feet with movable toes. they are not accurate but good enough for me.
I've still got a lot do but I'll pick away at it when I can.
Here is a link to the file if anyone would like them revell 1/53 AT-AT custom parts by Hannoc
I've scribed the panel line but they need to be cleaned up a bit.
I modeled and printed the armor plates on the head ( still need to add little strips on top) and pads for the feet with movable toes. they are not accurate but good enough for me.
I've still got a lot do but I'll pick away at it when I can.
Here is a link to the file if anyone would like them revell 1/53 AT-AT custom parts by Hannoc
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Analyzer
Master Member
Those pads look great as well as the armor plating. Those were the two most glaring omissions from the kit. There lots of other details that can be spiced up for those willing to go further. I have a second one that I plan on devoting a bit more time to accurizing.
If you are looking for thing to display with it, there are 1/72 Snowspeeders, figures and a probe droid available. Here are some samples of what is out there for 1/72. There are tons of different figures poses, everything from wounded and running away rebels to guys repelling out of the AT-AT. Speeder and probot is RetroSF. Figures are Holden8702. If you are interested, PM me for direct links
If you are looking for thing to display with it, there are 1/72 Snowspeeders, figures and a probe droid available. Here are some samples of what is out there for 1/72. There are tons of different figures poses, everything from wounded and running away rebels to guys repelling out of the AT-AT. Speeder and probot is RetroSF. Figures are Holden8702. If you are interested, PM me for direct links
dockbay94
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if the 1/72 scale is a must your options are limited if none, and this might not be your answer but I was lucky to get an Alfred Wong SMT AT-AT 1/48 scale. a resin kit with some issues as well. but for the scale it's nice. these are hard to come by and not cheap anymore. but thought I would share my thoughts. BTW this has been on my WIP progress table for about a year now. will get back to it as soon as I finish my current project
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