/r/plasticmodelling

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A place to post plastic scale models, diorama's, works in progress, questions and tutorials.

Welcome to Reddit's Plastic Modelling sub.

If your post gets deleted by auto moderation, please read the posting guidelines below.

This sub serves as a platform to share the world's very best scale models you found on the web, to serve as a source of inspiration or just to enjoy the art created by the worlds best modelers. Posts in this sub may seem far in between sometimes, mainly due to the fact that real world class miniature dioramas, busts or figures only come along once in a while. Anyone can post an album of a model or diorama if they think it fits the sub.

Questions you might have regarding plastic modelling can be posted too, although it might be advisable to do this in a sub like /r/modelmakers as you will have a better chance at a response. Tutorials and workshop videos are welcome too.

Please keep the posting format in mind when typing out your submission title.



Posting format

  • Models, diorama's and figures:

[Scale] dio/model title - kit brand, name and number (if known) - creator

  • Questions

[Q] question summary (try not to use titles like "need help", rather: "Which brand has a kit I can use to build a Tiger I in Russia?")

  • Tutorials and how to

[Tut] description of the tutorial and person performing



Looking for some further inspiration? Here's a few military modelling blogs that can help you out (if you know another awesome blog, pm the mod so it can be added):

Military vehicles and dioramas

Military figures

Fantasy figures and dioramas


Tutorials

Painting Figures


Other modeling subs

/r/plasticmodelling

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[Q] What color should I use for this f16 model? (Nose tip, The airframe and pylons)

3 Comments
2024/10/25
07:48 UTC

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[1/24] 1971 dodge demon drag car

The car is complete for the month of October and a 1971 Pontiac Firebird kit is next for November

0 Comments
2024/10/12
22:26 UTC

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[Q] How to melt nylon-nylon pieces together without sticking to the fusing tool?

I tried using a soldering iron but the nylon keeps sticking to the iron and creating a mess-- I'm not sure the best way to modify the iron or if there would be a better tool. I'm trying to think of all the possible ways for non-stick surfaces: silicone, aluminum, parchment paper, teflon-- I also saw plastic welders seem to have brass tips but not sure how that would make a difference. Any experience or insight welcome

0 Comments
2024/10/11
06:13 UTC

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[Q] Need Help Choosing 1/48 F-16A Kit

Hello, I am planning on building a F-16A in 1/48 scale. I was able to see some former Israeli birds. They are now owned by Top Aces. I would say I have a medium skill level if that helps. What would be the best kit for me? Are there any other subreddits I can go to for help? I am not sure what other info would be needed.

5 Comments
2024/10/04
00:48 UTC

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[Q] need helping finding best Vallejo colors to match this style of camo thanks!

3 Comments
2024/09/23
16:30 UTC

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[Q] Please help ! Why is my Tamiya polishing compound leaving white matt residue , and how to fix it?

1 Comment
2024/09/15
10:30 UTC

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[1/35] how do you make a mold to make copies of a rare part?

What materials are good to make a mold for a part I need lots of but isn’t widely available in sets? I’ve thought about clay, resin, idk what else (the part needs to be recoverable after the mold cures). And once you’ve made the part, what materials do you melt into the mold to make the pieces (ideally something with a low melting point but still decently hard when dry)

(Original parts I need for reference)

4 Comments
2024/09/01
23:24 UTC

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[1:24] wip amt 1967 Ford Mustang Gt fastback

2 Comments
2024/09/01
21:13 UTC

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[Q] Do you think that the scale model community would be angry if I painted a half real and half fictional camouflage?

C

16 Comments
2024/08/10
18:36 UTC

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[Q] Can sun do something to Tamiya acrylics ?

H

3 Comments
2024/08/07
13:07 UTC

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[Q] what's a beginner friendly digimon model?

I am a complete beginner but I want to buy a digimon model since I've always loved digimon,I'd also like some tips to have an idea before hand on what to do, thank y'all in advance!!!

0 Comments
2024/07/04
01:21 UTC

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[1/285] [?] 1/285 or 1/300 20mm Oerlikon, 40mm Bofors and 2x Railings?

I am rehabilitating Revell's USS Burton Island, an ice breaker. Revell made it in 1/285 and I'm looking for modern enhancements including photo etch parts, decals and anything that comes close to scale, e.g. 1/300. I've found nothing, with the exception of the single-gun 5"/38 replacement turret from Model Monkey, LLC. Any ideas welcomed!

0 Comments
2024/05/27
21:31 UTC

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[Q] [1/24] Does anyone have any idea what this car body is? Image lookup gives me nothing

5 Comments
2024/05/19
14:17 UTC

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[1/24] [1/25] Unassembled car/truck model kits

Looking for unassembled model kits for sale. Cars, trucks or auto trailers only.

1 Comment
2024/05/03
13:49 UTC

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[1/25] Revell 32 Ford 5 window coupe

Wanting to build a 1/25 scale Revell 32 Ford 5 window coupe for a friend of mine. He would like a candy tangerine color on the finished project and I have a question. Would a gold metal flake basecoat followed by a stained glass tangerine orange overcoat equal up to a candy tangerine orange?

1 Comment
2024/05/03
08:12 UTC

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[Q] Who makes the best chrome?

Hi guys, I'm doing a 3d print for a friend and last minute he asks: can you make it shiny? I haven't picked up an airbrush in 20 years but I have time and willing to explore.

Question 1: is there a concensus on which is best chrome paint for plastic? Best being most reflective and mirror like.

Question 2: is electroplating worth the trouble? Is it significantly better then paint?

Many thanks.

6 Comments
2024/04/28
18:39 UTC

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[1:35]

Looking to get back to the hobby after 28 year hiatus! I need some recomendations for online stores! I'm a WW2 1:35 diorama guy, looking for online stores that have good pricing (discounts and sales) and good selection that ARE IN THE UNITED STATES (or ship to United States)

PS. Are a non toxic smelling paints now avaiable? PS2 picture from a modeling competition, not my work

3 Comments
2024/04/10
01:09 UTC

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