Looks great for 60 bucks, it would look greater if I could find my glasses which are probably on the top of my head again… That’s why we come to Andy’s channel!
I continue to be impressed by the AFV kits released by Border Models and others. It is nice to see the manufacturers including features such as the resin figures. Very nice value! Thanks Andy!
Be pretty neat if you started carrying the Heng Long and Taigen/Torro 1/16th armor models as well. I'd love to see you going over radio controlled tanks!
I too am impressed by the kits coming from border too. In fact impressed by almost all armor manufactures kits that have been released in last year. It feels like armor is really making a come back. I have been doing armor model building for over 35 years and have to say they sure have ""raised the bar in the last few years""...I can remember when Tamiya was the leader and now they better step it up because for what you some of these border, takom, das werks and rfm kits you get aloot more bang for the buck then what you pay for a Tamiya kit. And these new kits really have good footing and clear sprues. OH BTW thanks must go too Andy you have some great videos, that well edited, very informative, educative and easy to understand. Also i loved your new Sherman 1/16, a building it WOW and damn its a blast..U have conforted mw to 1/16 i just ordered the wiesel A1 and getting ready to order your Tiger 1. I really like to check the das werk stug ausf.g the first edition, but its out of stock..and its out of stock all the major distributors. Am trying to arrange a trip from Florida to Arizona to come check out your store....KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! 🎖🪖
Their T-34 that was released a year or two ago that was a “limited edition” and had something included with the first run had a few fit issues and from the reviews I saw on UA-cam it was pretty much a disappointment,but it still made a good looking tank,although with some ingenuity
Hi Andy, that looks to be a reall great kit with the gigures included, nothing like a bargin , I assume the lit will come out as a 'stand alone' kit, best regards to you and your family from Australia 👍👍👍👍
Nice! Exciting! I'll definitely be getting this kit! Two questions: (a) Is there anywhere in the kit/instructions that states what factory manufactured this particular design of T34/85? Details & turret shape could differ quite a bit for T34s manufactured at various factories. I know there were at least two factories manufacturing the T34/85, and one of them may have been "Factory 183" & the other perhaps "Factory 174". (b) Also, was the turret welded plate steel, or was part of it cast? That would affect how 'gnarly' the texture should be on the turret surfaces.
Thank you very much, very interesting. One question, this manufacturer seems to have achieved a good level of detail with a low level of detailing of the models. Is that so?
mine had a warped bottom section of the hull but fixed itself when glued to the top portion. There were no instructions for the figures - mainly paint guidlines
Two bad that did not rework the wheels from their previous release, the 112 snall turreted one, as they were not correct that correct there as they are not correct here. The fuel drum racks are of the wrong type and antenna holder pot is bad. Over all, as long as you key buy the special edition with figs the kit seems worth it, but after the initial release not that much
This kit is a DOG. My kit had short shots on the sprocket wheels. The tracks would not stay together. The instructions were horrible. NO notations on where to glue or not and the workable suspension can easily be rendered unworkable. The fuel tanks must be assembled VERY carefully or they will not mount properly to the hull. This is the last Border model I will be purchasing. The plastic parts are excellent and the fit is great. This is common pattern for Border model kits. I had similar issues with the Panzer IV. The saving grace was no workable tracks.
Dude don't falsify history. While it is true that the t-34 was design in Harkhiv, but the lead designer Koshkin was Russian. So was the lead Engineer for its motor. Furthermore, the development of the 85 was done at factory 112 in Gorky, near Moscow.
@@red0guy You'd both be correct, saying "soviets", because USSR was not Russia alone. No one gave a damn about nationality at that time, especially russians vs ukrainians. And though taken very far, from what it initially was it has american, Christie's tank roots. Koshkin died long before T-34 was developed into model, carrying 85mm gun, somewhat like Reginald Mitchell did not see apogee of his Spitfire.
@@gregsutton2400 No, there were Ukrainians involved in the process of designing producing T-34 (for example the designer of of the running gear), but the many of the designers ,including the head of the project, were Russians, so T-34 hardly makes an Ukrainian design. On the other hand T-64 might be considered as such.
@@MrSysadmin1975 Ethnicity really matter at the time however, as there were Ukrainian nationalist collaborators with the Nazis who absolutely hated the soviets.
The great thing about building a T-34 model is if it has fit problems it’s probably pretty accurate 😅
Unlike the Trumpeter 1/16th T-34 kits....lol.
Not for this kit. At least what I’ve heard. Border model don’t have a good reputation in terms of accuracy of the T-34
I like how the figures have square mounting holes to attach the arms.
Looks great for 60 bucks, it would look greater if I could find my glasses which are probably on the top of my head again…
That’s why we come to Andy’s channel!
I continue to be impressed by the AFV kits released by Border Models and others. It is nice to see the manufacturers including features such as the resin figures. Very nice value! Thanks Andy!
I had an old Tamiya remote controlled/motorized T-34/85 from back in the day. I must say, quality has really gone up from that.
Yet another great looking model from border models nice one Andy Steve
Let's get building!
Appears to be most comprehensive and complete offer! Metal barrel, PE screen,workable tracks...for ~60$ .Want one,despite no time left
Thanx 4 your videos Andy
I've built border's T-34/76, it was a great kit.
😍Looks like a nice kit!!! 👍
Fantastic looking kit. Amazing level of detail.
Looks nice. I like that the front fenders are separate and the engine ducts are molded. These are areas I always have to re-work on T-34 models. ..
It'd be great to see a Andy's HHQ T-34, with figures in 1/16 down the road.
Reasonable thougt to wait with preorder till the load is shipped out. With sticky greetings from good ol'germany. Christian
I snagged a pre order. Was waiting for this kit
It is the winter great coat that they have over their shoulders 👍🏻
Be pretty neat if you started carrying the Heng Long and Taigen/Torro 1/16th armor models as well. I'd love to see you going over radio controlled tanks!
Thanks for another great review Andy!! That’s another kit to add to my cart on your website haha.
Man I cant wait for this one!
I too am impressed by the kits coming from border too. In fact impressed by almost all armor manufactures kits that have been released in last year. It feels like armor is really making a come back. I have been doing armor model building for over 35 years and have to say they sure have ""raised the bar in the last few years""...I can remember when Tamiya was the leader and now they better step it up because for what you some of these border, takom, das werks and rfm kits you get aloot more bang for the buck then what you pay for a Tamiya kit. And these new kits really have good footing and clear sprues. OH BTW thanks must go too Andy you have some great videos, that well edited, very informative, educative and easy to understand. Also i loved your new Sherman 1/16, a building it WOW and damn its a blast..U have conforted mw to 1/16 i just ordered the wiesel A1 and getting ready to order your Tiger 1. I really like to check the das werk stug ausf.g the first edition, but its out of stock..and its out of stock all the major distributors. Am trying to arrange a trip from Florida to Arizona to come check out your store....KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! 🎖🪖
Thank you.
There it is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
モスクワで行われたパレードのタイプかなぁ？デカールが気になるところ💥
Their T-34 that was released a year or two ago that was a “limited edition” and had something included with the first run had a few fit issues and from the reviews I saw on UA-cam it was pretty much a disappointment,but it still made a good looking tank,although with some ingenuity
Hi Andy, that looks to be a reall great kit with the gigures included, nothing like a bargin , I assume the lit will come out as a 'stand alone' kit, best regards to you and your family from Australia 👍👍👍👍
Super value!!! Those is beautiful and resin figs,superb!!
Looks Great Andy👍 Hopefully this kit will be available in Canada soon🇨🇦
Cool as always.
Sweet!
6:50 amuzing hobby flash backs Intenseifies
Very nice😎😎
really cool kit
w8ing when it will be at retail
As to the figures, I would have liked to see some actual tank crew. Maybe the driver or commander.
Nice! Exciting! I'll definitely be getting this kit! Two questions:
(a) Is there anywhere in the kit/instructions that states what factory manufactured this particular design of T34/85? Details & turret shape could differ quite a bit for T34s manufactured at various factories. I know there were at least two factories manufacturing the T34/85, and one of them may have been "Factory 183" & the other perhaps "Factory 174".
(b) Also, was the turret welded plate steel, or was part of it cast? That would affect how 'gnarly' the texture should be on the turret surfaces.
Thank you very much, very interesting. One question, this manufacturer seems to have achieved a good level of detail with a low level of detailing of the models. Is that so?
When will you start pre-orders for Takom F8 Stugs and the Hetzers
mine had a warped bottom section of the hull but fixed itself when glued to the top portion. There were no instructions for the figures - mainly paint guidlines
These figures look like the ones from Dragon
Wish you had the availible to preorder. Order mine from china for 45 and no shipping.
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Looks like I have one criticism: 5 very nice figures, but where are the Tank crew?
Inside the tank!
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@@andyconway5610LOL
I desperately want to give you my money to get this kit 😂
👀😍
I don't want to say this but I think that another T34 is going to my stash
Two bad that did not rework the wheels from their previous release, the 112 snall turreted one, as they were not correct that correct there as they are not correct here. The fuel drum racks are of the wrong type and antenna holder pot is bad.
Over all, as long as you key buy the special edition with figs the kit seems worth it, but after the initial release not that much
I think Putin is going to start commandeering the real T34s from museums to use out of desperation in Ukraine. 😛
🇺🇦💪🏅
This kit is a DOG. My kit had short shots on the sprocket wheels. The tracks would not stay together. The instructions were horrible. NO notations on where to glue or not and the workable suspension can easily be rendered unworkable. The fuel tanks must be assembled VERY carefully or they will not mount properly to the hull. This is the last Border model I will be purchasing.
The plastic parts are excellent and the fit is great. This is common pattern for Border model kits. I had similar issues with the Panzer IV. The saving grace was no workable tracks.
The Ukrainians designed very pretty tanks
Dude don't falsify history. While it is true that the t-34 was design in Harkhiv, but the lead designer Koshkin was Russian. So was the lead Engineer for its motor.
Furthermore, the development of the 85 was done at factory 112 in Gorky, near Moscow.
@@red0guy You'd both be correct, saying "soviets", because USSR was not Russia alone. No one gave a damn about nationality at that time, especially russians vs ukrainians. And though taken very far, from what it initially was it has american, Christie's tank roots. Koshkin died long before T-34 was developed into model, carrying 85mm gun, somewhat like Reginald Mitchell did not see apogee of his Spitfire.
@@red0guy dude are you saying there was no ukrainians involved in designing that tank in the Ukraine dude
@@gregsutton2400 No, there were Ukrainians involved in the process of designing producing T-34 (for example the designer of of the running gear), but the many of the designers ,including the head of the project, were Russians, so T-34 hardly makes an Ukrainian design. On the other hand T-64 might be considered as such.
@@MrSysadmin1975 Ethnicity really matter at the time however, as there were Ukrainian nationalist collaborators with the Nazis who absolutely hated the soviets.
Next time build a a diorama of a destoyed ruSSian tanks in Ukraine, please.
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How come you only showcase WWII armor??.How about modern Russian Armor.