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1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP
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Author:  C130IM [ Sun Mar 03, 2013 10:35 pm ]
Post subject:  1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

The Heavy Siege Tank (HSTT) was one of several tracked (anti grav assist) invader siege tanks. Far more powerful than their own class of MBT. Human combat vehicles just could not withstand the HSTT's firepower.

HSTT's had multiple armaments. Most notable; it's high yield, energy based, main cannon with a secondary multi-barrel plasma gun. One could wipe out the strongest human tanks in blink of an eye. They had very few weaknesses. However, lacked the speed of MAGAT's but could still attain speeds of 65 MPH in open terrain. They required landing craft to deploy. Then they would convoy into the combat zone. These tanks were heavily armored. But, a well placed hit near the base of the main cannon or forward crew cab would at minimum disable the vehicle.

Invader tanks designated as 'Siege' packed additional firepower. Multiple launch projectile systems (MLPS) were mounted on side or back of the vehicle. HSTT's MLPS was mounted on the rear or top of the turret. The MLPS expanded the function of the tank to provide artillery support. It launches long/medium range rocket fire on various targets (capacity ranged 20 to 100 missiles). They fought human armor units, desimated bases, and rained destruction on large population centers. The HSTT would become most feared by regular military and militia units.

Yesterdays WIP for comparison. Attached 40 round rocket launcher. Rotates and elevates. All rockets are removable.

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Today's WIP:

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Author:  Iron Will [ Sun Mar 03, 2013 11:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Epic!

Author:  C130IM [ Sun Mar 03, 2013 11:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Thanks man!

Author:  Pyre [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 12:04 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Damn. That thing's huge! Looking forward to seeing this finished.

Author:  pluv [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:45 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

WOW! That is all.

Author:  drbindy [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

I'm a big fan, both of this piece and of your work in general. Bravo.

Author:  Oneforceleader [ Mon Mar 04, 2013 12:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

wow that is noe impossing mother.........

Author:  C130IM [ Wed Mar 06, 2013 9:54 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Thank you all for the great feedback. Working on the back section of the tank.

Author:  Rambo [ Wed Mar 06, 2013 10:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Another fan here. Somehow this reminded me of the tank that chases the bionic man.

Author:  Lt_L1zrdking [ Fri Mar 08, 2013 12:34 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Ridiculously awesome thus far. Eager to see how this develops.

Author:  Scarrviper [ Fri Mar 08, 2013 8:49 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Outstanding!

Author:  G.I.JAC [ Sat Mar 09, 2013 7:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

This is amazing! I'm really looking forward to seeing more pictures from inside the tank

Author:  C130IM [ Sun Apr 07, 2013 8:55 am ]
Post subject:  1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP, 7 Apr 13

Sorry guys. Not much of an update. Just minor work:

Turret gantry. When completed it will wrap around the back, from door to door.

Some minor detailing. Working on decal overlays and display designs.

Biggest dilemma. Waiting on electronic components from another source. Can't seal up and finish the turret/cab without finishing the lighting/displays. The same with the main barrel. Hopefully the stuff I need will come in next week.

Meantime I'm working on an exciting large scale build. The 1:18 Invader Inter-Atmospheric Craft (IIAC), Zhūróng zhànjiàn (warship). When run into situations where running short on material (electronics especially) I'm going to start working on more 1:18 invader figures, human resistance and civilian figures, and simple custom vehicles.

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Author:  Iron Will [ Sun Apr 07, 2013 9:10 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

Really cannot wait to see this done! Spectacular so far!!

Author:  Dusty79 [ Sun Apr 07, 2013 9:32 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 1:18 Invader, Heavy Siege Tank Tracked (HSTT), WIP

You definitely pull out all the stops, I must say. I think that gatling gun is from a 12 inch figure, if so, I have been wanting to use a couple of those for a long time, but they are so damn expensive. Looks amazing.

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