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Individual track links for Tamiya Type 97 Chi Ha tank

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Publication date 2023-01-26 at 21:44
Design number 1031079

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Replacement separate track link design for the classic Tamiya 1/35th scale Type 97 tank, both early and late. Should also fit the Dragon and Fine Molds Type 97 kits but I haven't confirmed this.

These replace the stiff vinyl tracks and allow you to model a realistic top sag.

These are to be assembled using 8mm lengths of 0.4 mm brass wire/rod. A small dab of superglue on the end of the wire will ensure they remain workable.
Small and fiddly to assemble but gives a much better result than the kit vinyl tracks. Similar in difficulty to a set of Friulmodel links or similar.
I built a full set in about 2 hours.

I have added a supported file of ten links for bulk printing. You will need approx 200 links for a complete set.
A separate STL file is provided for you to add your own supports if you prefer, or scale up if you want to scratch build a bigger tank, eg in 1/16th scale.

3D printing settings

For resin printers only. I recommend 30um layer thickness or lower. I have printed these successfully on an Anycubic Mono X.

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