BrotherAtrox Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 So this is a buggy I'm thinking about using for Scouts in a SM army or as a Forward Observer vehicle in a Guard army. Either way, it uses a Land Speeder as the main conversion so maybe you guys will enjoy it. I got the idea from a Tau forum that showed essentially the same conversion I've done here. This is my first conversion of any really advanced degree and is a huge mess of bits I grabbed. Part Landspeeder, part plasticard, with SM bikers wheels, predator autocannon axles, and some soon to be some other stuff. Stopping here for the night because I'm tired and out of super glue. Will post finished version no later than Monday, ideally. Opinions welcome as always. I suppose the point of this thread is to elucidate on my conversion epiphany - it's incredibly fun. If you've got some plasticard and a decent sized bit box - you're set! Before this I was never much into conversions, just painting, but now I think I might try my hand at a few other things. To all you hobbyists out there who are wary of these types of things - it's easier than it looks! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt.doobie Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Very interesting idea, looks great! I'd love to see some more photos actually. This concept would work really well in a diorama. I can see the scout buggy speeding through the forest, bailing out all over the place! GTA-style tank shock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troza Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 looks like a 40K jeep haha, what weapons are goin on it? just the heavy bolter at the front? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neves Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Looks very nice! Will you use it as a landspeeder or homemade rules? Just a thought, you could put two pair of wheels at the rear, to completely fill up that space. Or perhaps some bigger wheels, or both? Or tracks (halftrack)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wink Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Great idea, I love it. It's the coolest things I've seen in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeG1701 Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 That's a pretty cool idea...What are you using for axles, and are the wheels fixed or can you roll it? I'd love to see the finished version! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrotherAtrox Posted January 4, 2009 Author Share Posted January 4, 2009 That's a pretty cool idea...What are you using for axles, and are the wheels fixed or can you roll it? I'd love to see the finished version! Thanks for the responses. The axles are chopped Predator autocannons, so the wheels sadly do not turn. I hadn't though about adding more at the back to fill up the space, mainly because I don't have any more spare wheels unless I start breaking apart good bikes. About to hit the store in an hour or so for more super glue, then I'll get back to work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Guard Neophyte Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 I really like this, definitely seems like something Scouts would use. Also, considered making 4 wheelers at some point? I saw that I think on here as well and it would go along with the buggy in my opinion. Good job though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrotherAtrox Posted January 4, 2009 Author Share Posted January 4, 2009 Oh like the ATV? Yeah I had considered trying one of those but I don't have the bits for it right now. I think that would make a cool Sentinel. Here is the buggy update: Almost done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminatorinhell Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 looks like the buggy i made but i used LR sponsons as axels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrotherAtrox Posted January 4, 2009 Author Share Posted January 4, 2009 looks like the buggy i made but i used LR sponsons as axels. I got the instructions off a Tau Forum - if you're the person who came up with this idea - thank you! I love the look of these things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminatorinhell Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 nope i wasn't :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arutha Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 This buggy makes more sense to me than scouts on bikes. Excellent idea can't wait to see it painted. Will you use it like a land speeder so you can transport scouts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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