Dodge Command Car

[mabrown]

Hi Everyone,

Just thought I would point out a link to a page detailing what appears to be a scratch build of a Dodge Command Car. I don't know anything about the designer/builder but thought this was so amazing that it would be worth posting the link:

command car papier (http://command-car-maquette.over-blog.com/)

Apologies in advance if this one is already known to you.

[jleslie48]

nice build, I haven't seen that one before.

[Don Boose]

Many thanks for finding this, Mark. I have a fondness for the Dodge weapons carrier series vehicles and enjoyed seeing this superb build.

I'm hoping some kits of these vehicles will show up. There have been some in the past, but I think they are all out of print. As I recall, one of us has a 1/48 ambulance version (WC-9, 18, or 27 as I recall) under development.

Useful sites for such things:
http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_dodge_g505_wc.php
http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_dodge_g502_wc.php
http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_wc9.php
http://www.militarymashup.com/index.php?m0102000

And this thread just appeared as if by magic while I was typing: http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/kit-announcements/4161-wak-6-7-09-dodge-wc-54-a.html

Don

[rickstef]

i do hope this becomes a kit too, and not a scratch build one off

[Zathros]

I want that soooo bad!!

[whulsey]

That looks really good. Hope it shows up as an available kit.

[Moshe]

Modelik has something similar. A WC-51.

Moshe

[Don Boose]

Thanks, Moshe! I had forgotten the Modelik WC-51. And I actually have that one, too!

Don

[Stev0]

My uncle had one of these in Pickup fashion for real.

Damn thing could go anywhere.

[mabrown]

My uncle had one of these in Pickup fashion for real.

Damn thing could go anywhere.

My interest in this comes from an ex-Army workmate who has just bought one. His is in great condition and very original. I showed him the Papermodelers forum and he was so impressed with the models here he wondered if a paper model of his weapons carrier was available.

Thanks Don for the links. I haven't been able to find his exact model in the list yet. It has longitudinal seating, is 4x2 I think with canvas top.

I will let him know about the Wak model. Looks nice.

[rickstef]

Propag Team out of the Czech Republic used to have a bunch of 1:50 Dodge BEEPs, Weapon carriers, Ambulance, Command Car.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_D1ai3sDbkpI/RKVgtPL6ABI/AAAAAAAAAC8/_dHXF608fjg/s400/epsn0011.jpghttp://lh3.ggpht.com/_D1ai3sDbkpI/RKVgtfvEABI/AAAAAAAAADE/_mMVfX5Wq6c/s400/epsn0015.jpg

They were sold by SPI Paper Models, but Joseph has closed shop, unfortunately.

Rick

[Don Boose]

Yes. I've seen your model of this one, Rick.

I do wish that these models would become available again, or that whoever was working on the new series of WC-based vehicles (I can't find the thread just now) would finish the project.

Don

[Max]

Hi all,

This thread is opportunity to specify how i design and i build this model (command car Dodge T14 without winch) scale 1/10. Photos show how i make :

First, i drew this on 2004

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/5046/croquisinitialmini.jpg

After seeing a original vehicle and toke all measures i drew a new page :

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/2350/epure01mini.jpg

And i built all parts of it (time after time) notably tires etc.

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/2072/jante10.jpg

Frame,

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/7766/chassis013mini.jpg

details of it

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/109/chassis014mini.jpg

Today command car progress is

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/6949/avct2110709mini.jpg

i's not easy but very exciting. A bientôt

[cdavenport]

I can read a bit of French and Max's decision to build in paper was not driven by cost, but to be able to control all the elements he wanted to build.

I am most impressed by the tires and frame. Looking at his original thread build shots, he has even replicated the riveting in the frame (probably why those machines were so sturdy).

[Max]

Hi all,

Sorry for my previous thread (#13).

Max

[Zathros]

I think there was a time when people made prototypes of real objects like this. This model is really incredible. It is of a level of build I hope to achieve someday. (Oh who am I kiddin', i couldn't build something like that!!).

[Don Boose]

Outstanding, Max! I am very glad that you applied your skills to this excellent vehicle.

Don

[Max]

Thank you Don,

It's really true, this vehicle is "increvable" (robust and solid one). On 2006, I made a ballad in Biarritz in it with Pierre his owner. This day a part of history was on the road, and i took measures and made a drawings (see attach file).

Max

[mabrown]

Thanks for showing us your design and build Max. I do not speak French (I struggle enough with the one and only language I have) and did not realise that you also did the drawings from which you have created this incredible model. I had assumed they were some sort of factory blueprints.

My workmate with the weapons carrier (a WC-51 I believe) was very impressed by your model.

[Max]

Hi all,

Some details about rear differential.

http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/4709/differentielpont005.jpg

Max

[Don Boose]

It looks as if every item of the full-sized vehicle has been replicated here.

Outstanding work!

Don

[Max]

Hi all

This week, i build rear axle with tires, like this :

http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/999/montageptar014mini.jpg

It's always 1/10 scale command car


http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/1397/montageptar015mini.jpg

Max

[Don Boose]

Beautiful! This thread really provides a lot of information about this fine old vehicle.

Don

[Max]

Hi all,

Thank Don for your comments. Now built this model with all this parts become a great challenge.

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/3475/montageptar020.jpg



http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/9159/montageptar021.jpg

Max

[Amazyah]

Real beautiful workmanship there Max! http://smilies.sofrayt.com/%5E/aiw/good.gif
I love the little details on a model, they really make the difference between representation of a subject and the modeling of a subject.
Your whole build looks great so far but I can really appreciate those tires!
They look so real with that raised tread!

Very nice! Patiently waiting for more pics! http://smilies.sofrayt.com/%5E/aiw/ok.gif

Russell

[kenlwest]

Outstanding craftsmanship (design and build)!

Ken

[dansls1]

Looking great Max! Thanks for sharing ;)

[Zathros]

Either you have a small hand or that model is HUGE! What is the scale, 1/16th?

[rickstef]

http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/armory/4162-dodge-command-car.html#post59689

Mentioned in this post, 1:10

[Max]

Hi All,

This week i made rear flange and yoke.

http://img2.imageshack.us/img2/6228/transarr002.jpg


http://img2.imageshack.us/img2/1826/transarr004.jpg

http://img2.imageshack.us/img2/319/transarr007.jpg

Max

[Don Boose]

Outstanding work, Max.

Don

[dansls1]

Looking great!

[Max]

Hi all,

Thank for your messages. Model go on

Front axle

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/3222/avct01260909.jpg

Rear axle

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/2390/transarr008.jpg

Max

[doctormax]

or does bolts on the differential they must be tiny really tiny. this looks a great model really

[Max]

Hi,

Details of a paper tire in process.

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/4924/avct02111009mini.jpg


http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/7619/avct01111009mini.jpg

[Clashster]

Beautiful work! Tires alone are amazing!

[Don Boose]

This continues to be a superb model.

Don

[Zathros]

Very informative. I like the wheel build ups.

[Max]

Hi all,

I finish front axle construction.

http://img88.imageshack.us/img88/4168/pontavant013.jpg

[lehcyfer]

This is very precise work. I'm impressed.

Do you plan to apply some weathering?

[mchale]

hi realy cool

[Max]

Hi all

Thank lehcyfer and mchale, i think i not apply anything on vehicle now. Most important thing is to advance the construction of it.

http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/5527/compmoteur01.jpg

http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/7708/art311009.jpg

[bigfan321]

If I didn't know better, I'd say tis model was plastic. Well done man.

[Max]

Hi,

Last news of the model

http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/3974/avct0281109.jpg

[Don Boose]

This continues to be a most impressive vehicle build.

Don

[KCStephens]

This continues to be a most impressive vehicle build.

Don
Would be especially nice to see it in person at next years convention...especially since the theme is "wheeled" vehicles.

[Don Boose]

Kevin speaks truth, Max, and it would also be perfect for the annual Papermodelers' display at the Army Heritage Day next May. Can you make two trips across the Atlantic next year? It would be wonderful to see this superb model up close.

Bigfan321 is almost right -- to me it actually looks not like paper or plastic, but metal, and full sized!

Don

[Max]

Don, who can give me more informations (where, duration) about the next annual paperlers convention. By waiting, news photos of the command car.

http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/2598/avct03151109x.jpg

http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/8191/avct04151109.jpg

[Don Boose]

Max -- The latest photos show that the excellent work continues. This is one of my favorite military vehicles and you are certainly doing an outstanding job.

Here is info on next year's International Paper Modelers Convention, which takes place in Stirling, Virginia, USA, near Dulles Airport and very close to the magnificent Udvar-Hazy collection of the National Air and Space Museum, which is worth a trip in itself: http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/museums-air-shows-events-get-togethers/6052-2010-international-paper-model-convention.html

For some reason, I cannot find the photos and commentary on last month's 2009 IPMC. The thread is there, but the postings end just before the fun began.

But we will be posting information at the above site as next year's convention takes shape. It is always great to see paper modeling friends from around the world.

Incidentally, the theme for 2010 is "wheeled vehicles," so your Dodge Command Car would be right at home!

Don

[Zathros]

The joke will be on us when it turns up in a YouTube video and Max is driving it!!

[Max]

Hi all,

More details about the front of the Dodge

http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/5062/art291109.jpg

[Max]

Hi all,

http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/1650/avct0361209.jpg

http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/1538/parebrise007.jpg

[Max]

Hi All,

Last news about Command car WC 56 paper

http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6605/avct01201209.jpg


http://img682.imageshack.us/img682/9573/avct02201209.jpg

Last days before Christmas

[Don Boose]

Thanks for this update. Looks splendid!

Don

[Clashster]

Incredible work! Awesome looking build!

[jeanma]

i still following you with pleasure ;)

[doctormax]

this is really worth looking at, the time and love spent on this model

[Max]

Hi all,

I wish you an happy new year.

Last news about the command car

http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/2658/photopapmod010110.jpg

[Max]

Hi all,

My house became a garage and i show model progress.

http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/7158/cabine041.jpg


http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/9429/avct01150210.jpg

[Don Boose]

It looks like a full-sized recon car!

Don

[Max]

Hi all,

Thank Don fou your encouragements et i continue with running board (right side)

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/1130/cabine042.jpg

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/9184/cabine046.jpg

[Don Boose]

Very fine work, as always.

Don

[Max]

Hi all,

If someone can translate "crevés d'aération"

http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/6228/compmoteur14.jpg

Next week

[rickstef]

cooling fins

[Papercut]

Hello Max, you have done a most excellent job, the louvers are just 1st class.:DRick

[Zathros]

I would love to go for a ride in it when it's is finished. Do you think it will be registrable?:D

[Max]

Hi,

Zathros, i hope that you're patient because The model continues with accessories and specially jerrycan for the last sunday.

http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/5070/jerrycan005.jpg

[jeanma]

don't worry about that, we are patient ;)
amazing job.

[Don Boose]

You have really made a lot of progress! It looks terrific.

Don

[Max]

Hi all,

http://img714.imageshack.us/img714/9519/avct01240510.jpg

http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/1641/avct02240510.jpg

It is laborious but interesting.

[Max]

Hi all,

I made a break for headlights and i found one solution this one

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/8012/pharesav02110610.jpg

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/2918/pharesav04110610.jpg

http://img580.imageshack.us/img580/6721/pharesav03110610.jpg

Sealed beam unit is made with a piece of plastic bottle.

Next time

[Don Boose]

Clever solution! Very good-looking headlights.

Don

[cotlet]

Looks very,very good:) I'm guessing not much work has left - interior, seats etc. It's always pleasure to see updates of your project:)

[Paperwarrior]

Interesting solution to the headlight problem.
This is really coming together well. I'm enjoying seeing this all come together.
Great work! I look forward to seeing more.

Jeff