Gecko Models 1/16 Universal Carrier MKII (Bren Gun Carrier) - 16GM0016

[Peter Gillson]

Hi guys

does any ody have any idea when the 1/16 Gecko kit of the Universal Carrier will be released? It was originally expected to be July, and now they seem to have said they will release a Mk 1 version as well, no idea when that is due for release.

Peter

 

[tr1ckey66]

Hi Peter
I’m waiting for this release too. I think it is imminent. Andy (of Andy’s hobby Headquarter’s) has already reviewed it and the additional engine set (sold separately). I’d say it should be in the UK within a few weeks. If anybody has any more certain news I’m all ears too!

Cheers
Paul

 

[tr1ckey66]

The 1/16 Pak 40 will be a popular release from Gecko too!

 

[Peter Gillson]

Hi paul

seeing that they are also releasing the Mk1, I wonder if they plan some other variants - the WASP for instance?

Peter

 

[tr1ckey66]

I wonder if they plan some other variants - the WASP for instance?

Maybe.
If not, there’s a basis for the after market guys to do some conversion sets.
Perhaps Gecko may take a look at the Loyd carrier too and maybe a 6 pounder?!!! They’ve already announced the Pak 40 so why not a British anti tank gun too!

To be honest, this is dreamland for me. We’ve really never had it so good. I remember I time when you couldn’t buy british soft-skinned vehicles in 1/35! It seems crazy to me that we’re now awaiting british vehicles in 1/16. Crazy but awesome!


Paul

 

[Deleted member 6598]

From a Universal Carrier to a Loyd Carrier is a big step, though — about the only parts that transfer from one to the other are those for the suspension. Everything else would need to be tooled from scratch, which makes it not exactly a trivial thing to do. Something like a Bren or Scout Carrier would be simpler, but also has a much more limited appeal than a Universal, so I’d say it’s also unlikely. Wasps of various types might have a greater chance, though.

 

[Andy T]

Hi guys

does any ody have any idea when the 1/16 Gecko kit of the Universal Carrier will be released?

Looks like John now has it in stock

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[tr1ckey66]

From a Universal Carrier to a Loyd Carrier is a big step

Thanks Jakko. I know the 2 are completely different vehicles Never say never though - Bronco gave us the Loyd in 1/35.
Like I said, I’m happy we have a 1/16 Universal Carrier which will go well with the British Stuart and the Takom 1/16 Jeep.

Looks like John now has it in stock

Just about to put my order in!

Cheers
Paul

 

[Peter Gillson]

Hi guys

As Andy has siad they have arrived and are in stock with a number of suppliers. my wife pre-ordered one for my birthday in May andreceived and email over the weekend thatit was in stock, so hopefully in a few days ...

Peter

 

[Peter Gillson]

Paul - I agree with you, the number of manufacturers is considerable, when I started in the 60's / 70's there was really only Airfix and Tamiya available, possibly Revell or Heller we went to France on holiday.

peter

 

[tr1ckey66]

Hi Peter
Mine arrived today. The parts look great - you’ll love it.
This will be my next build all being well
Cheers
Paul

 

[tr1ckey66]

The slide moulded springs are a marvel. They look compressible (when removed from the sprues)

 

[tr1ckey66]

BTW
A big thanks to John for despatching my items so quickly.
A great service (as always)

Paul

 

[Peter Gillson]

Paul - does look good.

peter

 

[Scratchbuilder]

That looks good, and agreed the springs do look excellent - wonder if they will behave like those in the 1/35 kit - roll off the bench and it is an hour with nose to the carpet...

 

[tr1ckey66]

roll off the bench and it is an hour with nose to the carpet...

That happens every build, right?

 

[Peter Gillson]

I've opened it! tina returned yesterday, a couple of hours late due to her flight being delayed- the joy of living on an island!.

a big box, full of plastic and some etched brass.






the individual track links are small - even in 1/6th scale!! The pen gives an idea of the size:



looking at the instructions, it looks very much like a big version of the Riich kit.

there are a couple of things which could be improved:

1 - It would have been nice to have a wiring diagram for the radio, - does anybody have one?
2 - some painting details for the radio and the drivers instrument panel would have been useful.

one thing to note, parts Df5 - see photo below - are brackets used to support the deep wading screen which were used as part of the D-Day invasion. As far as i know these were not on vehicles used other than ax part of the invasion of Normandy So depicting one in Italy will need theses parts being ommitted.


Really looking forward to starting it - but, alas, that has to wait until I finish my ECW diorama.

Peter

 

[Peter Gillson]

For anybody else who has one of these, I found this reference on the Armorama website for the no19 radio:

 

[Jim R]

Looking forward to seeing one or both of these built. We rarely see military vehicles larger than 1/35 scale. It will be interesting to see how much extra detail there is.

 

[Tworrs]

I get the feeling that we are about to be amazed.