Modelling the M113 Series (Osprey Modelling) [Paperback]

Graeme Davidson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Osprey Modelling | Publication Date: January 1, 2005

The M113 family of vehicles has proved to be one of the most popular military designs of the last 40 years. Introduced in the early 1960s, the series has encompassed numerous variants, served in over 50 countries and in several conflicts. This book is designed to appeal to modellers of intermediate skill and features five progressively challenging projects covering a range of different versions of the M113, including reconnaissance, fire support, APC and air defence variants. Step-by-step photos illustrate scratchbuilding, painting and weathering techniques. It also contains detailed listings of all the kits and aftermarket products available for this heavily modelled subject.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Modelling the M113 Series by Graeme Davidson is a long awaited Osprey modeling manual that finally covers one of the most influential modern armored personnel carriers produced by the Western nations... The book is highly recommended for the modern armor modeler, especially M113 fans." -Sabot, Armorama (August 2005)

"Overall, this is one of the most concise coverings of M113 conversions that I have seen to date. It has a wealth of information covering the variants of the M113, and a great overview of scratch building and conversions. Definitely a must have for modelers of all skill levels, as there is something for everyone contained in these pages." -Mark Smith, Armorama (March 2005)

About the Author

Graeme Davidson is a Captain in the Canadian Army and is currently serving as the Artillery Trials Officer at the Land Forces Test & Evaluation Unit. He was educated at the Royal Military College, where he earned a BA (Hons) in History, and is now studying part-time towards his MSc. He has been modelling AFVs and Aircraft for several years, and his work has been published in modelling magazines and the galleries of www.missing-lynx.com. When he’s not studying or modelling, he enjoys competing in Solo-2 automobile racing and searching for the ultimate curry recipe with his wife Lisa.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (January 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841768227
• ISBN-13: 978-1841768229
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.3 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,253,605 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a relief: Modern Armor! And by a good teacher., October 14, 2006

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Leebo (Kyoto, Japan) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Modelling the M113 Series (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)

I own most of the Osprey Modelling series, but this is the first time I got so excited after two chapters I jumped onto the internet searching for the kits he used. I found 'em! Graeme Davidson is a fine modeller and a good teacher. The photographs of his progress through each "kit-bash" are beautiful, and clear. His writing is also clear, and encouraging. Each project is rated for difficulty, starting with the two "easiest" ones I want to try.

The reason I stated 'relief' in the title: since I first drifted into armor modelling from my former preoccupation with aircraft I've become a little weary of the black-and-white world of WW 2, all the blessed TIGER kits, and even The Shermans, which I had always liked.

Mr. Davidson has helped to open a way out of that for me. If you want to build something fresh in the world of AFVs this book will help. Get one and get started!

4.0 out of 5 stars Limited subject, July 4, 2007

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John Kincaid (Apple Valley, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Modelling the M113 Series (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)

I think the book is great for what it discuses but the problem was that even though the title Says modeling the M113 series it is primarily modern and Canadian equipment. So if your work on a Nam era Cav M113 this will be of no help.