when u have to replace the engine in field condition the turret has to turn to 90 degreee angle. When the turret side armor ist not removed u cant take the engine out of the tank, thats why u can move the armor. great job by the wy, looks very good

@thedissi3021

2 жыл бұрын

Also, there is some limited storage space behind those panels

@hakes98

2 жыл бұрын

or whenever the powerpack is taken out in general.

@conradtait4291

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for educating me on that I did not know that 🙂

@PLASMA_2005

2 жыл бұрын

The armor is believed it or not hollow, the rounds penetrate into the cavity rotate slightly so when they hit the actual armor they hit an angle so it can't penetrate basically think of throwing a knife at paper itll go through easily pointed forward throw it at its side and it probably won't go through... or at least nowhere near as easy

@jonny2954

2 жыл бұрын

@@PLASMA_2005 The projectile doesen't just get angled, it gets shattered into two or more pieces.

2:12 The side armor is movable because equipment of the tank is also stored there. By the way, we call this part of the armor "Elefantenohr" (elephant ear). And if you want to open the engine cover, you also have to open these ears.

@justinmorgan2126

2 жыл бұрын

I presume it could also provide armoured cover for infantry that may be accompanying the tank in an urban situation. ??

@ylisiir

2 жыл бұрын

@@justinmorgan2126 It’s too high up to provide any viable cover, you also dont really want to be that close to a MBT as they’re high priority targets and could put you in harms way

@starkraut5350

2 жыл бұрын

@@justinmorgan2126 No. The tank would then no longer be able to move its turret, which would be very impractical. Besides, the space next to the turret is too tight. The infantry would fall off the tank very quickly. Believe me, you don't want to be standing there when the tank is moving.

@zhufortheimpaler4041

2 жыл бұрын

@@justinmorgan2126 riding on a Tank while it conducts combat operations is suicide by third person. Tanks are bullet magnets. And a moving tank turret is very dangerous to mounted infantry, as it can sheer of or maim limbs, squash torsos etc. Also firing the maingun of the tank, while tank riders are mounted on the vehicle severely endangers the mounted infantry due to recoil, concussion etc. During combat Infantry NEVER stands optop, infront or to the side of an AFV, only to the rear and this also only when the vehicle commander and driver know, that they are there. In general the infantry covers the vehicle from a certain distance to the sides

@Synystr7

Жыл бұрын

@@justinmorgan2126 why would infantry be standing 1.5 meters off the ground next to the turret. The turret will knock them off or crush them when it turns lol. No, the guy is right. In order to get the engine cover off, the turret has to be at the 90 degrees and the turret armour has to be swung open.

Alas I don't have the room to go into lots of different modeling areas and I'm a bit on the elderly side so I'll stick to WWII aircraft (plus 2 modern jets in my stash). But to watch you at work on any scale model type is a joy. Thank you.

@normansmith8184

2 жыл бұрын

Amen to that, congratulations on your new addition.

The Leopard II and Merkava are my favorite modern tanks. This is inspiration fuel to build a tank model. Thanks!

@cozmin1424

2 жыл бұрын

Ughhh merkava mark 4M 🤩

Oh boy, just got home from work! Good morning! This looks cool!

@matjasj

2 жыл бұрын

Same me

@qiqipls4334

2 жыл бұрын

Lol i just woke up

For real now, I don't even care about models but something about this channel makes me come back again and again. NICE WORK MAN!

I absolutely love when PLASMO does modern vehicules!! ♥

It’s 1AM in the morning (East Coast U.S.) and Plasmo just uploaded a video. Your weekend is now complete.

On such a (relatively) small scale, it's incredible !

@randytaylor1258

2 жыл бұрын

It's all about using techniques to bring out the detail that's been built into the kit. Washes an dry-brushing are key..

@KurtKn1sp3l

Жыл бұрын

The coming Leo 2A7 from Vespid looks to be even better.

Great video. I've been doing models of various scales for decades. The idea to do the camouflage on 1:72 with paper is brilliant. Who said you can't teach an old dog a new trick.😁👍👍

I love you videos is coooooool 😊

Most impressive close ups on most impressive details...Amazing!

One of my favorite tanks! Excited to see how it turns out

a word ! stunning !!!!!

i never expect plasmo would do modern tank model, love it❤️

@TheModelGuy

2 жыл бұрын

We also didn't expect an egg plane. But the guy knows how to keep fresh

@Jakubescu

2 жыл бұрын

he already did, for example Terminator 1:72

Morning video to morning coffee. ☕ Thank you.

You sir are master craftsman! I’ve never seen anyone like you! You my friend are the best builder on the internet! 👍🏼😎

I am absolutely stealing that nail film idea! And the music for this video has been on point.

The scale!!!!! At such a small size all that freaking detail is amazing!!!! Fantastic job

Absolutely love it, Leopard 2 is a beautiful tank. If you're going to do more modern MBTs, might I suggest an Ariete? It's really grown on me since I started researching it.

@maevethefox5912

Жыл бұрын

I built the Trumpeter kit last month and had a blast. Planning on doing another loaded up with aftermarket in the fall. I'm nowhere near this level, but it still turned out well

@grossmeister1337

Жыл бұрын

Ariete is bullshit. Cheap version of Leo...

Very clever to copy the colour scheme in 1:72 scale and cut out the mask elements. You touched it up but it was way easier than hand-painting the whole tank. Another technique I've learned from you!

beautiful Leo , what a gorgeous looking creature she is !💛💙

David! You have outdone yourself again! Indeed black magic must be involved. Absolutely stunning!

I have followed your amazing vids for some time and I am really impressed at how your level of presentation has developed! Your modelling skills really shine with the way this is filmed and narrated 😊 Well done!!

@bencarver8164

2 жыл бұрын

Second the Challenger 2. Would be interesting to see a model build of the most up to date variant in a hypothetical NATO intervention in Ukraine

@OneofInfinity.

Жыл бұрын

@@bencarver8164 "Hypothetical" The stockholders are itching to intervene.

I've been waiting for this tank. Now we have all beasts of the panzer army. I myself am making a King tiger right now

Looks like I'm not going to bed for another 15 minutes :)

Do you have a link to ebay where you can buy the optical lens transparancys

I think we can all agree that we want that godlike skill, patience and tools (and money lol)

Finally, I saw the easter egg and was waiting for forever

A very carefully made model, and the details are impressive. The effects of using dust, dirt add realism, great

Love your content man. You single-handedly got me into model kits

thought the thumbnail was a screenshot from WT nice job!

I always can expect some ultra realistic model from plasmo , good jobb

Wow, beautiful, my favourite tank

I have mine 1/32 sitting in its box for about a year now. I might start it after watching this video! Mine will be a Leo2HEL, since it rocks the best camo IMO

Good morning!

You make models I dreamed of as a kid.

Šikovný český ručičky :). Jako vždy skvělá práce. Nejsem modelář a ani do toho nijak nevidím, ale tvá videa mě hrozně baví a uklidňují. Držím palce do budoucích projektů.

ive been waiting this since i found Plasmo,'s youtube channel lol

I never get tired of watching this video. I still haven’t had a chance yet to build this model. One day!

Looks really great👍 You are the most skilled modeler I know.

That's sick!

Those Tamiya side cutters are expensive, but are one of my most favourite purchases. They are excellent.

Great job Plasmo. Brings me back to the time I was a Commander on that beast!

Thank you for uploading such a wonderful production video. It's really wonderful.

As always...all your projects are always jaw drop reaction on me... amazing job.

I remember this being teased in the ki 84 video

Brilliant build! I never knew reducing scale makes colours look darker.

Another Killer build Love to watch you weather out a project just when I think your done no you have more and always comes out better then before have to say this one came out outstanding too

This is a great looking model and a Tank you don't see quite often!

Love it. You are a master at our hobby. I learn something every time i watch your video's

I don't even like tanks but damn this man could make a kia look spectacular

Nice tank.

Love watching your videos! I always think i can someday build as great as you, but for now i can enjoy your skills and live through you! 👍

Always a pleasure to see your work David.

캬 썸네일.. 내가 제일 좋아하는 전차 포징이네요. 저렇게 측면으로 포탑 돌리고 있을 때 겁나 멋지더라

Very impressive in the small scale well done 👍🏻👍🏻 Suggestion: maybe a Challenger or a Chieftain next time as you have done the Leopard and the Abrams to complete the MBT trio

I have used a lot of different plastic cement and have forever switched to Mr hobby thin along with using the brush it comes with for boxed models. It’s thinner than tamiya and the brush provides a better connection in most cases aside from when you have extra small or fragile parts in which case I would suggest using the thing brush as if you use too much glue the fragile parts can break when put under stress such as when pushing keyed parts together however if you are just careful this is rarely a problem. I also like to use the larger glass bottles of plastic weld when scratch building or attaching load bearing parts as it is a much more aggressive type of solvent and provides an even better bond. You can also add about 15-20 ml of 100% acetone to tamiya thin to get it to behave like mr hobby, the glue will most likely turn slightly cloudy but it will not affect its properties and can be thinned even further on up to around 25% acetone if needed depending on your application. I love this hobby and I swear by that little blue bottle and while tamiya is very good and comes in at a close second I would have to say mr hobby is better and if you haven’t tried it order a bottle and give it a shot, you won’t be disappointed.

The timing is just spot on, now i have something to watch after work

I love your videos and always learn something, the PTFE tape as fabric is amazing. I will be using this in the future, thank you.

Wow. I usually eyeball the camo sceme. Now i feel bad because i‘m so lazy. 😄

Your photo stuido is great! I liked the lighting and the dark backround

I literally fell in love with these 1/72 scale kits! If u want to build some more planes in this scale, I really suggest kits from IBG. I built one of their FW 190 and it was incredible: rivet details, photo etched parts in the kit, opened engine cover option, what if Color schemes… just magic.

The reason the turret armor is removable is because its basically a metal box, the shell hits the first plate enters the empty space starts to turn so when it hits the actual turret armor it hits it at a worse angle, that part of the reason the leopards armor is so legendary. So that being said its removable as it probably makes it easier to replace... let's just say I know so much cause the leopard 2a5-a7 are my favorite thanks... got a love that arrow head turret

I love watching your videos!!! Love how you explain everything!!!! Excellent Work!!!

Nice job as always.

Beautiful work David!!! I've a challenge for you to try and solve. Making scale size camo netting for your leopard. The Germans use it very often. Some great references can be seen on the KZread channel Chieftain Mk12. It's great info on German field excersises!!! Try some Model collect kits! Super details!!! Live your work my friend!!!!

Wow , this was some serious detail work , looks great , Respect.

Sweet kit love ur craftsmanship

love these videos. those models look so real!!

I loved the weathering tips in this video!

1/72 Flecktarn… mind blown 👍😂 As always awesome build and finish.

Astonishing item,just masterpiece, excellent work!

Excellent as always! Looking forward to the next one!!

The plumbers' tape "tarpaulin" was a great idea. The design of the representation of those baskets was a real headscratcher and mine needed covering.

Because of your demonstration i got some nailfoil for my Abrams and the optics look very real.

That model is in a better shape then our real tanks xD

The moving side armour is there to make the penetrator dart of an APDS round tumble an lose penetration energy. Great video and nice work

very nice work, thanks for all the great tips and techniques.

Funnily enough I bought this kit about six months ago because it was cheap. Now I've got something to work towards.

Thank you . 🐺

Bravo again David on your modeling skills! I am learning a lot from your videos though I haven't been model building for a while due to family obligations. I have amasses a huge stash of Tamiya kits and their quality is top notch. I purchased the large kit with r/c options...very pricey but well worth it.

thx for new tutorial, good reference for my Takom's 1/72 Leopard 2A7🤗

Woooooooh - that's what we've all been waiting for!

you are extremely patient with your crafts

Excellent work! Wonderful details and the weathering is really nice 👊😜👍

Cool optics.

keep up the amazing work friend! good to have you back!

Excelente trabajo, en uno de los MBT que más adoro.

The brown stock on the MG3 makes it look like an MG42. The MG3 has a synthetic stock, so it should be black. Not nitpicking, excellent model, as always!

Thanks David for another great video.JDS

Tank you very much 🤗🤗🤗

Oh man that goes together so nicely I have to get one when I see one!

Incrível! Ficou muito perfeito! Parabéns pelo trabalho!🌟🎖👏

You are a master and inspiration 👏👏👏

Another cool build, brother--love the little detail of the prismatic film...I have to try that one on a build! 👌

Loving that, fantastic work👍

This is crazy! Well done!

Your work is awesome! Thanks for this video!👍

please make a diorama with this awesome tank!