I'm attempting to add/correct detail on the Revell/Renwal re-release of the
M55. Not a complete redo ala MIL MOD but enough to make it acceptable. I've
also seen some photos which seem to contradict some of the MIL MOD scratch
builts - in particular the shell storage rack, and they're definitely the
203mm units not the 155s which were significantly different.
I ordered a set of projectiles and Powder charges - the plastic shells come
with what looks like a handling ring on the end. The brass ones in the same
set have what looks like a tapered fuse. So I'm assuming the handling ring
is removed and replace by a fuze unit. Now - was this done to shells stored
in the shelves inside the turret, or was the fuse inserted just before use.
What started as a fun rebuiild of a favorite kit from childhood is becoming
a bit of more complex.
While I'm on the M55 - The shovel and axe on the right side rear appear set
into a recession. Photos of the real thing seem to show some kind of an open
frame surrounding these tools - anyone know what this is.
Val Kraut
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10 years ago