The FiatTerni/Tripoli history is here
This article was first published on September 02, 2018
TheWWmodelstudio model :
The model is of the usual quality of wwmodelstudio, ie excellent. Molded in a green resin without
bubbles, the small number of parts (20) allows a fast and perfect assembly. The notice is sufficiently
explicit. There are no decals in the box, you have to buy them separately, the site is unfortunately disabled but you can sometimes find their models on ebay with some luck.
I have added almost nothing to the model if not two rivets at the back and changed the front vision
hatches because the hinges are mounted on the wrong side. Indeed, they must be on the rounded and not straight part of the hatch otherwise it does not match when they are closed. As I wanted to represent a particular model with its very colorful turret band, I customized the model with added wheels (four on the rear), wooden side bars if stuck in the sand, bags on the sides, a rope etc .. The registration on the side is different because the model in photo (3002) has different front radiator grilles, my model will be the 3001 if it ever existed.
As for the figurine, it will be about the same as for the fiat arsenale (ref: the bodi – modified Russian officer) with some contributions to the period concerned (1930s).
For the scenery, I chose a diodump base which is superb and can be found here: https://www.diodump.com/firm This is the ref: DD057. The material is plaster ceramics which allows a tight price for this beautiful setting. You have to be careful because it is quite fragile. The decor is well packed with a friendly word from Mr Schurgers and the package also includes several tufts of assorted grass.
The photo I took for reference was this one, I only change the registration number.
