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Title: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 23, 2020, 11:17:29 PM
Startank Holdings Ordnance Depot and Delivery Yards (SHODDY) have started production of their new Model 40,000 battle tank.  SHODDY has a long but undistinguished history and has only managed to stay one step ahead of a stream of product liability claims and health and safety prosecutions over the years through frequent name changes and regular relocations. Currently based on a Forgeworld on the edge of the Imperium, the new tank is in fact a slightly updated version of the company’s first ever armoured vehicle, produced in the 1930s for use in the British Civil War (see : http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=121952.0). 

(https://myalbum.com/photo/UCFA6htkWq4u/360.jpg)
Brand new SHODDY 40,000s roll off the production line.

Despite the fact that the original Mark 1 was generally considered a bit rubbish even back in 1938, the SHODDY Directors have reasons to believe that the design could be a success in the 41st Millenium. Consider:

• A gun so inaccurate its maximum effective range is only around 100m (or 72 inches at 1/56 scale) - perfectly adequate for the futuristic battlefield;
• Slow speed and frequent breakdowns - mobility is less of a concern when most battles consist of both sides lining up in front of each other within shouting distance and blasting away;
• Thin armour - Why do you need armour when you have the blessing of the Emperor/gifts of Nurgle/the benefit of Reanimation Protocols (delete as appropriate)?
• A turret so small it surely cannot accommodate both the breach of the main armament and the crew - 38,000 years after the SHODDY MK1, this is now turret design orthodoxy;
• A very reasonable price - In fact buyers can acquire 52.42 SHODDY 40,000s for the cost of one Leman Russ (at current UK  prices) making it attractive to Adeptus Mechanicus bean-counters and frugal xenos invaders alike.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/xkiCTKUxwHuz/360.jpg)
Grizzled old-timers kick some tyres.

I have shamelessly stolen Leadboy's idea from his VBCW thread and will shortly distribute my shipment of SHODDY 40,000s to friends and family with instructions to "40k-ify" their vehicle.  At this stage I cannot guarantee that anything worthwhile will come of this exercise (none of us are proper AFV modellers and only a few of us are even technically adults), but I will keep you posted...

(https://myalbum.com/photo/Cz3Gpq2RXPN9/360.jpg)
A new customer clearly delighted with his purchase.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: FramFramson on January 24, 2020, 12:31:38 AM
 lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Mason on January 24, 2020, 12:54:43 AM
Brilliant!
 :D :D

Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 24, 2020, 07:57:34 AM
Great project.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: leadboy on January 24, 2020, 09:13:15 AM
Brilliant! :D :D :D

So glad you took the concept through to the 41st Millennium and trust you
can hear my (slightly deranged) giggling from here. Can't wait for the photos
- but even more so, can't wait for the tabletop moment (it will happen)
when a "Shoddy" brews up a Baneblade/viciously expensive GW manufactured
super-tank (with extra skulls)!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: leadboy on January 24, 2020, 10:01:52 AM
As a postscript, thanks also for establishing the Shoddy/GW "exchange rate"
as hovering roughly around 53/1. I assume that the 40K Worlds must have
an intergalactic stock exchange at which this "key market indicator" is closely
watched, particularly as the CEO of Shoddy's stock options are no doubt fixed
(favourably) against this rate. I'd very much like to see a tabletop with, on the
one hand, GW Fanboy A with 1 Leman Russ, and on the other, Grizzled Gamer
B with 53 "Shoddy" Tanks!!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Wachaza on January 24, 2020, 05:05:09 PM
What are they listed as on ebay?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 24, 2020, 06:07:34 PM
Wachaza - mine was listed as:

"10x Military Tank Model Heavy Tank Sand Table Model Home Decor Pocket Toys"

Not sure what the "Home Decor" bit was about though.

Looking now it appears that prices may have even gone down since I ordered, which throws my SHODDY 40k/Leman Russ price ratio calculation out!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Wachaza on January 24, 2020, 07:53:51 PM
Not sure what the "Home Decor" bit was about though.


Certainly going to de "decoring" my home.  :)

Cheers
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 26, 2020, 09:15:29 AM
Started my first bodge. I was originally inspired by a picture of a SiG33B, but actually it looks a bit like that Valentine variant with a 25 pounder. Anyway, the idea is that sometimes a short fat gun is better than two long thin ones.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/dVHxmzhcx4Wt/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/3rRhYpcMW6nb/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/7EWkniP9zh6y/360.jpg)

Not sure which faction this will be.  Anyone know how to make/model rivets at vaguely this scale?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on January 26, 2020, 10:22:25 AM
Are you thinking of the Bishop?

There are multiple options for rivets:
[li]Moulded rivets, such as by Zinge Industries or Grandt Line
[/li][/list]

https://slatersplastikard.com/plastikard/embossed.php (https://slatersplastikard.com/plastikard/embossed.php)
https://www.zinge.co.uk/collections/small-parts-forest-sprues/products/medium-1-5mm-round-head-rivet-sprue-x-100 (https://www.zinge.co.uk/collections/small-parts-forest-sprues/products/medium-1-5mm-round-head-rivet-sprue-x-100)
https://www.grandtline.com/products/miscellaneous-hardware/ (https://www.grandtline.com/products/miscellaneous-hardware/)


Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: snitcythedog on January 26, 2020, 03:57:44 PM
Anyone know how to make/model rivets at vaguely this scale?
I have listed and given examples for several ways to make rivets.  This should give you some more options on top of the ones already given. 
http://snitchythedog.blogspot.com/2019/09/rivets.html (http://snitchythedog.blogspot.com/2019/09/rivets.html)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 26, 2020, 04:23:01 PM
Thanks both, really helpful! I will let you know how I get on!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: TheMightyFlip on January 27, 2020, 08:47:44 AM
Reminds me of the AT70 Reaver.

https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/AT70_Reaver_Battle_Tank (https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/AT70_Reaver_Battle_Tank)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 28, 2020, 07:57:40 PM
Reminds me of the AT70 Reaver.

https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/AT70_Reaver_Battle_Tank (https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/AT70_Reaver_Battle_Tank)

Interesting! It certainly shows there is room in the lore for obsolete or less successful designs, and for those designs to have a significant role in certain situations. A commander facing an Imperial Baneblane, may wish he had a super heavy tank too, but if all he has got is a SHODDY he has to make the best of it (possibly by using it to distract the enemy while a squad with satchel charges creeps up behind).

And a lot depends on the opposition, of course. It is said that the SHODDY Directors were proud to hear that during the pacification of the Upper Volta system (in particular during the climactic battle on the Umboto Gorge Sector) a SHODDY was in the teeth of the action taking out several "peace-loving" Space Pygmies before eventually being knocked out by a lucky strike from a well aimed guava half.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 09, 2020, 09:28:02 AM
Small (but) riveting update:

(https://myalbum.com/photo/QCkQSZT5VKYQ/360.jpg)

My rivets are huge (although I think they fit ok with the massive slab-sided style of Astra Militarum armour design).  I intend to try some small ones made with glue.
 
(https://myalbum.com/photo/6sgACGmnsMhX/360.jpg)

I acquired some 40k spare "bits" from eBay so this SHODDY variant now has some close quarter anti-personnel capability.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/ptz4f2VMCX3g/360.jpg)

My new bits also include an IG crew torso (but only one arm). More bodging required...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: vodkafan on February 09, 2020, 11:50:11 AM
This whole concept is hilarious. Am looking forward to seeing what your mates do, meanwhile your BFG SP is looking great.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 09, 2020, 08:15:50 PM
Thanks Vodkafan, very kind of you! Not sure exactly what my mates are up to, but my spies tell me that at least one intact vehicle has fallen into the hands of a lessor-know but particularly malevolent Necron Overlord (Bearwoodman Junior) who was this very afternoon working up designs for sponsons for some surplus Tesla Carbines he had lying about his stasis crypt. I warned him not to overload the SHODDY's suspension and pointed out that even a robotic SHODDY made from living metal will still have an underpowered drive train, but I don't think he was listening.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 14, 2020, 11:33:47 PM
I have continued to add bits to the SHODDY SPG, including some milliput sandbags, (a popular addition in the field once crews realised how thick the standard armour actually was).
(https://myalbum.com/photo/irMAF7EHE3Py/360.jpg)
The lack of arms for my new GW Imperial Guard tank commander torso was solved by a donation from a Gripping Beast Arab infantryman, including (power) sword. The arms are a little less heroically proportioned than the head and body, but this is actually a characteristic common to many recruits from this battery's home system (something to do with the air quality on the hive worlds) and it is even considered an advantage for tank crews operating in confined spaces to have slightly shorter limbs than average.

I suppose I ought to paint it now. What do we think; dour Imperial grey, or some special garish camouflage for some bizarre alien world?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 15, 2020, 09:01:28 AM
Very nice.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: vodkafan on February 15, 2020, 11:33:53 PM
 ;D Can't wait to see it painted, don't want to affect the flow of your wonderful imagination by suggesting colours though.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: leadboy on February 18, 2020, 10:12:57 AM
Great to see! One vote for garish 3 colour camouflage!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 19, 2020, 10:15:43 PM
Ultravanillasmurf - thanks very much!

Vodkafan - cheers! No pressure then!

Leadboy - glad you are enjoying it so far. The vehicle is in the paint shop now. It will be three colours and my inspiration will be more "Imperial Guard" than "Astra Militarum". I will show you when it done.

Meanwhile...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Blackwolf on February 19, 2020, 10:20:34 PM
That’s brilliant,however I have one problem with it; the barrel isn’t big enough  ;)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 19, 2020, 11:27:14 PM
"What is this?" the Overlord barked at the private standing guard in front of an unfamiliar human vehicle. His metallic rasp was tinged with curiosity.
"Not sure, Sir.  The humans left it when they evacuated, Sir."
"Intact?"
"Yes Sir! The humans destroyed all the other vehicles they could not take with them. They blew up three Landraiders that were being repaired in that shed over there, Sir, and they have completely wrecked several Rhinos out the back. They even snapped in half the hover-skateboards the adolescent humans use to travel about on and annoy their parents. They do not appear to have bothered to try to destroy this tank, though, Sir."
(https://myalbum.com/photo/Cta98ANm3CUo/360.jpg)

"Interesting! I think we can use this vehicle. There is just one problem. Do you know what it is private?"
"Is it the armour, Sir? It's not as thick as it looks."
"No private, I don't think we need to worry about that. When we die we just come back to life again, don't we!"
"Yes, Sir. Is it the gun, Sir? It is not very accurate."
"I would not worry about gun accuracy if I were you, private! Remember, we are Science Fiction baddies!"
"If you say so, Sir. Mobility then Sir?  It is rather underpowered."
"No, that's not it at all, man!  If it cannot keep up with the advance, the driver can put it in neutral and I'll have Jones's section push it along.  Those chaps look as though they could do with the exercise. No. The problem is that it looks too much like a tank, and not enough like a robot version of something that has scuttled out of an ancient Egyptian tomb.  Not the correct idiom, you see.  Needs to look a bit more like those fellows over there." The Overlord waved his hand vaguely in the direction of a Squadron of Triarch Stalkers that were clanking past.
"Sir, you want us to make this tank look like a metal creepy-crawlie, Sir?"
"Precisely, private! See to it.  And remember, if you do manage modifications that embody the Necron vehicle design vernacular, there could be a stripe in it for you!"
(https://myalbum.com/photo/d7C8xQCvXCw5/360.jpg)

"Yes, Sir.  Very good, Sir."
The Overlord strode away, feeling pleased with himself.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 20, 2020, 08:03:55 AM
Very good.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Daeothar on February 20, 2020, 09:50:21 AM
A shoddy Necron vehicle?

I'll grab the popcorn and easy chair; this is going to be... interesting... :D
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 21, 2020, 10:59:38 PM
Prototype SHODDY (Necron) Variant A:

(https://myalbum.com/photo/ujJARvY5LRu9/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 22, 2020, 10:07:12 PM
"Stand easy men, just popping in to check on progress. Well?"
"Sir. We was up all night putting it together, Sir. We haven't been able to do much about the armour, Sir, and the new weapons are only small arms as that's what we had lying about, Sir, and the tail if anything puts more stress on the chassis than the old turret did, but hopefully it has got the look you was after, Sir."
"Yes, yes I see what you mean, Corporal. Excellent work indeed! Very Necron."
"Me and the lads thought we could call it "Scorpion", Sir."
"Scorpion eh? Well, no that won't do at all I'm afraid."
"No, Sir? We built a tail and everything!"
"There already was a tank called Scorpion, and it had thin armour and a weak gun, nothing like this mighty vehicle. Unhelpful connotations."
"Yes, Sir" said the Corporal, doubtfully.
"Dammit man, we are still mopping up stragglers in the underhive, Imperial Guard units are mobilising in the next system, and we have intercepted signals indicating that a detachment of the Emperor's Nephews are heading this way. I do not need humanity's IP lawyers joining the attack too!  There must be another Arachnid species that has not previously been used for armoured vehicles?"
"Er... Solifuge, Sir? Saw one on holiday once, didn't half make the missus jump!"
"The Solifuge Mark I? Yes I don't think that one's been taken..."

(https://myalbum.com/photo/pFDzsUuBAbmw/360.jpg)
"But it doesn't even have a tail!"
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on February 23, 2020, 11:04:11 AM
You need Nick Briggs to narrate this.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 24, 2020, 08:22:51 AM
You need Nick Briggs to narrate this.

That would be perfect! Mr Briggs, Let me know if you are reading this and I will PM you the full manuscript (you can have a free plastic tank to convert too - a Cyber-SHODDY would be great to see!) .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Shahbahraz on February 24, 2020, 08:51:39 PM
OK, I need to see these painted up...  :D
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 22, 2020, 01:44:21 PM
"The new SPGs have been disembarked, Sir, and should all be in the workshop by nightfall".
"Nightfall, Major?" The Colonel frowned. He had hoped to inspect the new vehicles before lunch so to have the afternoon free to indulge his passion for birdwatching. The base was on the migratory route for the several unusual species and the lesser-spotted Catachan Flamingo was due to pass through any day.  "The workshop is only across the parade ground from the landing platform!"
"Yes, Sir.  A number of the vehicles appear to have issues with their engines. And the remainder have problems with their driveshafts. The Servitors are using Mechanicus Rhinos to tow them, but the Rhinos are struggling. The new vehicles are surprisingly heavy, Sir."
"Surprisingly?"
"Well, we thought they might be a bit lighter, Sir, given the thinness of the armour..."
"Hmm, sounds like a job for Sergeant Wilson and the other Ogryns. Remember during the retreat from New Paradise 4387(b)(viii), they lifted up that Land Raider and tipped it into the ditch to clear the road."
"I remember that, Sir. That Ultramarine Lieutenant inside was rather put out."
"Bloody silly place to try to fight a battle if you ask me" sniffed the Colonel. "Did he ever write that letter of complaint he threatened to?"
"No, Sir. None of the rearguard made it off".
"Ha! Told you so! Anyway, put Sergeant Wilson on the job, he will speed it up."
"I had thought of that, Sir, but he says he's done his back in".
The Colonel sighed. It was becoming clear that today was not going to involve Flamingos.
"There is one other thing, Sir."
"Yes?"
"The factory finish camouflage, it's, well... rather archaic. I have checked and it is regulation, but it is not one I ever have seen any regiment use. Disruptive Pattern RTB07."
The Colonel's eyes suddenly seemed very distant.  "Ah, the good old Necromundan Tiger Stripe. I remember my first platoon..." His voice tailed off.
"Shall I order them repainted in our standard Martian Spaghetti Ambush to match the Basilisks, Sir?"
There was a pause, as the Colonel seemed lost in his thoughts. Finally, he spoke. "Let's keep them as they are, for old times' sake."
(https://myalbum.com/photo/XdqrDVJ8ZEuQ/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 22, 2020, 02:06:23 PM
Here is a work in progress photo. I am in no way an AFV modeller so apologies for the quality of the paint job - hopefully you can see the effect I am aiming for.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/UQ3aNM72mH28/360.jpg)

I need to paint the stowage next including some rucksacks. What colour are Imperial Guard bergens? Black to match their flak jackets? Brown to match their pouches? Grey to match their battledress?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Shahbahraz on March 22, 2020, 08:57:35 PM
Oh, that's cracking.. looking forward to seeing this finished.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 23, 2020, 09:26:45 PM
Cheers Shahbahraz, glad you like it so far! I will crack on!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Blackwolf on March 23, 2020, 09:52:41 PM
That looks brill! Would actually suit Quar very well 8)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 24, 2020, 07:57:21 AM
That looks brill! Would actually suit Quar very well 8)

Thanks Blackwolf! Although... I dont know what Quar is! I googled "Quar 40k" and I am no wiser.  I played 40k in the 1990s and then more recently the latest edition with my son and his friends so there are big gaps in my knowledge!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Muzfish4 on March 24, 2020, 09:08:02 AM
Marvellous thread - very uplifting in these crappy times.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: beefcake on March 24, 2020, 10:34:21 AM
I love this thread! I must find my old tanks now! I also can't wait to see what else you have in store.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Blackwolf on March 24, 2020, 07:52:08 PM
Thanks Blackwolf! Although... I dont know what Quar is! I googled "Quar 40k" and I am no wiser.  I played 40k in the 1990s and then more recently the latest edition with my son and his friends so there are big gaps in my knowledge!
Hey mate,Google Quar Zombiesmith,that should see you right :)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: vodkafan on March 25, 2020, 04:39:01 PM
That's lovely , very impressive!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 12, 2020, 12:38:40 PM
Muzfish4 - thank you for your comment, that means a lot. Glad you are enjoying it!

Beefcake - cheers! Look forward to seeing your tanks too!

Blackwood - thanks, I see what you mean!

Vodkafan - thanks, although it is really just a big bodge so far.

Matters are progressing.

40,000 years in the future, the S.H.O.D.D.Y. Tank/SPG Variant Design Committee  is working through its agenda...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 12, 2020, 12:46:49 PM
“So, Team, we are agreed on riveted plates of face-hardened plasti-papier mache for the armour on the casement. Great job on sourcing that, Vivienne, and yes noted on the need for waterproof paint, Andy.  Now on to item... 194. Ah, yes: Armament. Our customers will expect a S.H.O.D.D.Y. SPG to pack a punch. What have you got for us, Phil?”

“Thanks Sarah. Well, my team looked at what was market norm for vehicle mounted heavy support capabilities and stepped through a number of options with the aim of identifying a solution that really raises the benchmark for the sector.”

“Excellent, Phil. What did you come up with? Demolisher Cannon?”

“Er, not a Demolisher, Sarah, the chassis could not take the weight.”

“Ah, so some kind of Plasma Gun?”

“We trialled those, but they played havoc with the electrics. Dave in Testing still cannot get Prototype 13’s wipers to work when the radio is on.”

“Hmm, Earthshaker then?”

“Couldn’t get the licence. Ever since they won the Basilisk contract those guys have been acting as if they were something special. Our application to become an “Official Earthshaker(TM) Brand Partner” was declined, if you can believe it. No, we have had to look outside the envelope on this one, but we think we have found something that will really push the boat up the flagpole. A weapon system designed to be simple yet destructive.”

“Go on, Phil.”

"It is called the Projector, Engineers, (Non-Laser) Incendiary Device.  It uses an ingenious coiled spring mechanism to deploy a variety of munition types.  An approach first used with... a certain amount of success during a war on Terra in the mid 20th Century.”

“Interesting name. I always thought “Demolisher” and “Earthshaker” sound like they are trying a bit too hard. Performance wise, how does it compare to the other options we’ve discussed?”

“Er, well, the manufacturers claim that 84% accuracy was achieved during the Purifying of Forest World Tango 7(b).”

“That sounds good! What was the target?”

“It was a forest, Sarah.”

“I see. What about destructive power?”

“Very good apparently, particularly against saplings. And the unit price is just 10% of the Demolisher.”

“10%! I think we have the G to go with our S and P! Great work Phil! Now, item 195: Promotional Key Ring Designs. Take it away Steve...”



Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 12, 2020, 02:02:58 PM
The business end of a P.E.N.L.I.D.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/gb98XeZyUBxK/360.jpg)

Other angles:
(https://myalbum.com/photo/44J5cisd3nBY/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/GURVk2NZk8Fm/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/8FUCXDv74eoZ/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/SgujQKsQoPDT/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/h2gbVwsb5Du3/360.jpg)

And deployed to some far flung jungle outpost:

(https://myalbum.com/photo/bSN9hEmSfK6Z/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/6Nwv2fY5E4qe/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/67mDw7wanoMb/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/nYzKo7JajZ66/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/K38TFGXT7wZU/360.jpg)
I want 100% focus tonight, lads. If we win the Battalion Darts again that's three in a row and we keep the trophy.



Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on April 12, 2020, 02:53:06 PM
Well done love them :-*

But even better than the modelling and painting which is superb by the way, is the back stories, I like them very much indeed.

Keep up the good work

All the best

Glen
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on April 13, 2020, 09:56:54 AM
That is impressive.

Excellent marketing.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 23, 2020, 11:36:21 PM
UVS - Thank you!

Storm Wolf - I appreciate your comment! I have plenty of ideas for other SHODDY variants, several of which are slowly approaching production. And thank you for your feedback on the back stories - there will be more of them!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 24, 2020, 12:32:41 AM
“Magos, welcome! So good of you to answer our call, and so quickly! Our Tech Priest has been tearing his hair out and we don’t have much time left!”

The robed and hooded figure bowed its head. “Commander, I exist only to serve the Emperor through communion with the spirits of those machines that might also serve him. I came as soon as I received your signal.”

“Er, yes of course. Well, step this way, she is through here.”

“She?”

“Twilight Sparkle, of course! Not normally the pick of the Troop, but Applejack hit a mine last week and Pinkie Pie was ruled out after that incident at the Legio Titanicus Rugby Club Annual Dinner.”

Even with his cybernetically enhanced sensory receptors and augmented mental architecture, the Magos was unable to draw a meaningful conclusion from the available data. As they strode through the vast workshop, the Commander elaborated.

“You see, poor Pinky broke down next to the Regimental Sports Field and had to be left there to be recovered the next day. It was just our luck that the Warp Runners RFC were at the Clubhouse that night, you know what those Titan drivers are like after a few drinks. Apparently one chap in a Warlord actually scored a penalty kick with her! Although, judging by the state of her the next morning, it took a number of attempts. So we were left with Twilight Sparkle, who now won’t start. Here she is”

The Magos stepped forward to study the large slab-sided shape that the Commander was indicating. He noted the twin barrels protruding from the turret, the rather crude welding, and the stencil of a purple unicorn on the side of the hull.

“Twilight Sparkle is.... the machine you wish me to awaken?”

“Yes, yes, as I said.  Can you do it?”

“I do not recognise the model, but I am initiated into the 14th turning of the sacred mysteries of tracked propulsion and have never encountered a tank of human origin that I have not been able to reach. What time is the attack?”

“Attack? Oh, I see! No, she's not needed for an attack as such.  It is a parade.”

“The Emperor’s Birthday is not for another 3 months and 6.87 days. Your Astra Militarum Needs You Day is in 7 months and 22.87 days. The Malign Temptations of Chaos Awareness Day was last Tuesday. What parade do you need this vehicle for?”

“Er, she is detailed to pull C Company’s float at PRIDE tomorrow.”

The Magos curtailed his examination of the vehicle known as Twilight Sparkle and turned to focus his attention on the Commander. 

“Such an event does not appear to fall within one of the categories that justify a code 739 emergency signal. I will have to report this to my superiors in the Priesthood."

“Magos, is that really necessary? Participating in the procession serves many important functions in the service of the Emperor. It raises morale and generates much goodwill among the populace, not to mention that it guarantees me an 'Exceeded Expectations' rating for the Diversity and Inclusion objective in my annual appraisal.  And the men are all really excited about it.  They've chosen the theme of “Brazilian Carnival” and have been working jolly hard on their dance routine, while the QM has done a grand job sourcing a supply of little sparkly costumes with feathers for each Guardsman to wear. Plus the weather is set to be glorious tomorrow!”

The Magos regarded the Commander from beneath his hood. He was confident that he had detected a clear breach of protocol. His duty required him to inform the relevant authorities, return to his Machine Alter and await his next assignment.

And yet.

There were still elements of his body that had not yet been blessed by the Mechanicus. Elements that were non-logical.  Elements that remained primitive flesh and blood. And deep inside his biological self, he felt the beat of the Samba.

"Commander,  I will commence the incantations now and the machine will rise before dawn.  Bring me 6 Servitors, 2 gallons of ritual oil ... and a sparkly feathered costume in my size.”
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on April 24, 2020, 06:45:07 AM
 :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D ;) lol

excellent fluff of the most fluffy kind Sir, rhythm is gonna get you!

Glen
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: AKULA on April 24, 2020, 06:58:09 AM
Very shoddy...love the builds, and the fluff is top drawer

 lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 07, 2020, 10:02:37 PM
Many thanks for the comments, AKULA and Storm Wolf! I am glad you like it so far!

I am awaiting shipment of paint to finish the Necron SHODDY, and predictably in the meantime I have been distracted by other projects. I have not forgotten my SHODDY tanks though, and have had a stab at a more conventional tank variant. I wanted to use the original turret but make it look large enough to fit the crew in it as well as a (single) gun.  Here is the work in progress.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/9yZHWHY247wz/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/coSAnFgJVSc4/360.jpg)
My concern at the moment is that it looks a bit too ordinary, and not 40k enough, but I have some ideas!

Meanwhile the SHODDY SPG's have been seeing some action...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 07, 2020, 10:22:39 PM
"There you are Major! I have been looking for you everywhere!  But what the blazes are you doing hiding in the stationary cupboard?"

"Um... Sir"

"I know it is important to keep on top of administration, but the battle is only just over! And I want to talk to you about your battery's performance."

"Yes, Sir, I thought you might, Sir."

"I must say you had us all going there, Major! Standard Imperial procedure for clearing a Tyranid infestation from a large agricultural complex would be to flatten it with artillery fire, and we assumed you would take this opportunity to demonstrate this tactic with your new Shadow SPGs."

"Er, Shoddy SPGs, Sir."

"Especially after Major Perkins made that comment in the briefing about your boys not being able to hit the broad side of a barn!  Ridiculous thing to say, of course, but he was only jealous that I didn't assign the job to his Basilisks!"

"Sir."

"And when you told old famer MacCragge that in order to save his farm it was necessary to destroy it, the poor fellow almost had a heart attack!"

"Sir."

"And of course the whole division heard your order over the net to focus fire on Barn number 1, and not to stop until all ammunition was exhausted."

"Sir, I can explain..."

"And yet after a three hour bombardment the buildings were all untouched, and you returned to base before the infantry assault went in!"

"Sir, about that..."

"What I want to know is: How did you know that the 'Nids had evacuated the barns and concealed themselves in pits in the surrounding fields?"

"Well, Sir, it's these new vehicles, I... What, Sir?"

"You had clearly worked out that the cunning xenos expected us to expend our ammunition on the buildings and planned to spring their ambush once the bombardment was over. Only, thanks to you and your Sabre SPGs..."

"Shoddy SPGs, Sir."

"...there were no 'Nid pits left within 3 miles of the main barn! Your elaborate bluff worked!"

"My elaborate bluff, Sir. Yes, Sir"

"Although that bit when you got out of your tank and ran up and down the firing line frantically striking each vehicle with a branch from a tree while shouting "hit that bloody barn, it's the third largest in the galaxy, or I'll give you a damn good thrashing!" was rather unnecessary. The threat had been pretty much eradicated by that point. Although I grant you the tears of frustration in your eyes were very realistic."

"Um... sorry about that, Sir?"

"Ah, don't mention it, man. The General was watching and was impressed. He made some very encouraging noises about my promotion!"

"Well done, Sir."

"And, between you and me, you are currently odds on for Battery Commander of the Week!"

"Thank you, Sir."

"Furthermore, on the basis of today's showing, I have set the wheels in motion to re-equip all the Brigade's tracked artillery units with these new Sharpshooter SPGs! The enemies of mankind had better watch out!"

"Yes, Sir. Shoddy, Sir."
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Warren Abox on June 08, 2020, 02:16:59 AM
Started my first bodge.

Not sure which faction this will be.  Anyone know how to make/model rivets at vaguely this scale?

Black puffy paint is your friend.  I painted this cardboard tank up, then used that for rivets, then hit each one with a blip of silver paint for a touch of flash.  Lots smaller than your bulky boys, but it is an option.

(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Cw5TGTnAxbs/T454Fa_RN1I/AAAAAAAAAho/V9yRxnhaTB4/s1600/GEDC1378.JPG)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Thew1 on June 08, 2020, 12:52:03 PM
This thread has just cheered me up no end! The inventive conversions and fluff combined are brilliant, thanks for sharing  :D
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: leadboy on June 10, 2020, 11:09:57 AM
Great stuff, Bearwoodman, and all of us stuck back in 1938 salute you! I've labelled your most recent variant the "Super Shoddy" (as it would undoubtedly be on our battlefield) and put your product into a place of honour on our campaign blog: https://hereford1938avbcwtng.blogspot.com/
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: leadboy on June 10, 2020, 11:13:01 AM
Oh and a PS  -  for an entirely new "Shoddy" chassis (and this time including free turret!) see the blog here -
https://hereford1938avbcwtng.blogspot.com/2020/05/proley-tanks.html
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 13, 2020, 08:29:30 AM
Warren Abox: Thanks for the puffy paint tip, I had not heard of that before. And I love the scratch built tank; sponsons, hull-mounted howitzer,  massive tracks, that looks totally 40k. And a proper Sci-Fi paint job too!

Thew1: I really appreciate the feedback. There will be more (eventually)!

Leadboy: Your salute is returned! 1938 is when it all began of course. The new vehicle looks very interesting, especially the one with turret at the rear. But I have SHODDY Mark Is to finish before I splash out on more vehicles! I have spent my limited recent hobby time knee-deep in gnomes so I have no Shoddy modelling progress to report. I do like the Super-Shoddy name, though. I think the SHODDY marketing department might be rather keen on that. Although, in the grim, dark future, what amounts to "super" does rather depend on your perspective...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 13, 2020, 08:40:07 AM
"It's going to be fine, it's going to be fine" he muttered to himself. "They are just customers, they just want some reasonably priced weapons". He looked towards the approaching figures, and forced himself to grin broadly. 

"Good morning Warboss! Morning Boyz! I do hope you are all keeping well!"

"Whatevs, Humie. Whatcha got this time?"

He swallowed as the hulking figures came to a halt in front of him. He nervously eyed the jagged teeth, automatic weapons and bulging green muscles. Then took a deep breath and beamed again.

"Something special today, Warboss! Real cutting edge technology! Originally destined for a Space Marine outpost, but now as a result of a series of fortunate and entirely legal events..."

"Cut da jiba jaba, humie" growled the largest and most heavily scarred of the assembled creatures. "Wot iz it?"

"A tank, Warboss! And not just any tank, the latest up-armoured, up-gunned variant of a classic 1930's design! A vehicle with real pedigree!  A Super Shoddy!"

There was a silence while the creatures stared at the man blankly.

"Never 'eard of it. Big gun?"

"Oh yes! Well, certainly powerful! It sends a relatively small round at very high velocity with a high degree of accuracy a very long way! And coupled with the computerised fire control system, laser rangefinder and advanced optics it is an effective all-weather anti-armour weapon system! No more close range armoured melees. Next time your enemies approach you simply go hull down and pick them off at up to 3000m!"

One of the Boyz yawned.  "Sounds borin'. Big bang when it goes off?"

"Well actually the propellant is almost entirely smokeless and the barrel is designed to conceal any muzzle flash and reduce the acoustic signature."

"Lame. Iz it fast?"

"Well, the additional armour on the mantlet and glacis does mean speed is lower than the standard version, but it will keep up with advancing infantry."

"So it's slow. Spikes?"

"I beg your pardon?"

"I said" repeated the hulking creature, stepping forward and leering down at the man "does it have SPIKES?!"

"But, er, why would a main battle tank have spikes?"

"So" the creature explained, fingering an enormous knife dangling from its belt "we can take our enemies' heads..." The creature reached out and tousled the man's hair, all the while grinning evily "...and stick 'em on 'em!"

The man could feel himself trembling and knew the sale was slipping away, but he made one last valiant pitch.

"Look, if you take it I will arrange for some spikes to be welded on, all over it if you want. I will also throw in the application of some proper military camouflage, free of charge, so it will be battle ready at day one. It's a great deal."

The Warboss's low brow furrowed. "Why's it need new cammo?"

"Oh, the vehicle was intended for a Red Legion honour guard so was factory specified in a chapter colours, fine for parading in front of dignatories of course, but certainly not suitable for the battlefield on a world like this."

"So wot colour iz it?"

"The Red Legion chapter colour is, er... red."

The creatures quickly exchanged glances and the Warboss's grin was replaced by a more thoughtful expression.

One of the Warboss's companions muttered "Well, it can't be that slow then, Boss."

"The Mekboyz could easily rip out dat weedy human gun and stick a proper kannon in" added a second.

"An' wiv spikes all over..." suggested a third "...it could go at the front of da charge! Remember when I rammed that humie Predator! Dat was fun, but would 'av been better if I woz in a tank, rather than on a motorbike..."

"Shuddup!" exclaimed the Warboss. He eyed the man. "We'll take it.  Leave it red.  But don't forget da spikes!"
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 21, 2020, 12:57:45 AM
"Ok, ok, I get it, Paul. It's proven technology, developed by the Squat Engineers Guild, and has already been accepted for use in the Astra Militarum, so we have our market. But my concern is the IP angle. If we at SHODDY start producing our "enhanced" version - incorporating the cost savings Linda outlined earlier in the meeting - all that is going to happen is that we are going to sued for infringement of their patent rights."

"Well, Ellen, we have had our in-house counsel look into that and apparently the threat of enforcement action from the Engineers Guild is minimal."

"Really, how so?"

"There was a genocidal assault by Tyranids on the Squat homeworlds a few years back. Over years of terrible fighting planet after planet fell.  The entire race, one of humanity's closest and most powerful allies, was more or less wiped out, including the management and staff of the Engineers Guild and their intellectual property lawyers."

"Excellent! Yes, that should certainly reduce the chance of a claim.  Great work Paul, I should have known you would have had it all covered. Charles, how quickly can your team complete the tooling necessary on line 6 to get production underway..."

(https://myalbum.com/photo/Ud6rghMv6VbY/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 21, 2020, 01:05:01 AM
Introducing the prototype of the latest SHODDY variant, the Self Propelled Armoured Mole Mortar (SPAMM). I remember mole mortars from back in the day, although I believe they do not currently feature in the 40k rules.  I have had a go at adding some interior detail to the vehicle but sadly I do not have any Squats to crew it.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/sJSXr63pWaQJ/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/P92P85a9cMTB/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/r5yiSWacXYpD/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on June 21, 2020, 07:40:47 AM
Introducing the prototype of the latest SHODDY variant, the Self Propelled Armoured Mole Mortar (SPAMM). I remember mole mortars from back in the day, although I believe they do not currently feature in the 40k rules.  I have had a go at adding some interior detail to the vehicle but sadly I do not have any Squats to crew it.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/sJSXr63pWaQJ/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/P92P85a9cMTB/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/r5yiSWacXYpD/360.jpg)

Excellent Spamm, Spamm, Spamm, Spamm, Spamm, Spamm, spammyty-spamm! :-* lol lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 21, 2020, 11:48:51 PM
Thanks Storm Wolf. Bloody Vikings.

Hmm, maybe that has given me an idea for the grimdark nickname of this particular artillery unit...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: TheMightyFlip on June 22, 2020, 11:35:21 AM
Its a knock off Griffon https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Griffon (https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Griffon)  lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on June 24, 2020, 08:25:40 PM
Its a knock off Griffon https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Griffon (https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Griffon)  lol
Only if the mortar was installed upside down.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Roo on June 24, 2020, 08:37:39 PM
Nice conversion, does the mole mortar fire through the floor?

Love the track guards, given me more food for thought of VBCW conversions...good man sir!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 24, 2020, 11:37:43 PM
TheMightyFlip: Yes, it looks as though the vehicles fulfill a similar role, but, as UVS notes, while the Griffon goes up and over, the SPAMM goes down and under (plus the SPAMM is marketed at at lower price point, of course).

Roo: Glad you like it! I look forward to seeing what further armoured innovations the VBCW produces (and I reserve the right to nick all of them for this thread!).

As for the Mole Mortar, I am planning to magnetise it so it can be disembarked and fired from a static fire position or, if required, fired from within the vehicle. I imagine there is a hatch in the floor, or possibly just a hole (the VBCW thread on the new Mongrel "daybomber" demonstrates that floors in military vehicles can be overrated). I imagine that the Imperial Guard, with its renowned regard for the lives of its men, would advise crews near the Front to travel with the mortar in place but the breech removed. In the event that the vehicle hit a mine the blast would be safely channelled up the barrel of the mortar. They would probably barely even notice they had been hit. Almost certainly better protection than actually having continuous armour plate beneath them. That should reassure them. And if they still complain about having a hole in the hull, there is always the Penal Legion.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Blackwolf on June 24, 2020, 11:46:16 PM
Excellent work Bear :-* The tank is great 8) And precisely what I have done with a Baneblade; made it more real worlď o_o  lol by using realistically  scaled gun barrels, don't change it,it's fab :)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: TheMightyFlip on June 25, 2020, 08:21:36 AM
TheMightyFlip: Yes, it looks as though the vehicles fulfill a similar role, but, as UVS notes, while the Griffon goes up and over, the SPAMM goes down and under (plus the SPAMM is marketed at at lower price point, of course).

Ah I see, had no idea what a mole mortar was, though the name should have given it away  ;D
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 25, 2020, 09:36:10 AM
TheMightyFlip: I had not realised that Mole Mortars had been absent from 40k for so long (I played in the early 90s and now after a long break have played a few games of 8th Edition).  I never had one but Mole Mortars appealed to me because they felt both properly Sci-Fi (they don't exist in real life) but also a little bit ridiculous! For those who don't remember here is some old box artwork featuring a Squat-Crewed Mole Mortar.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/UhaxPdebzWmu/360.jpg)
The old lead Mole Mortars seem to be available on ebay. The SHODDY version is somewhat larger, as it is intended to be primarily vehicle mounted. Given SHODDY's practice of sourcing the cheapest possible materials available and of taking every possible short cut in the manufacturing process it remains to be seen whether the SHODDY versions will have as long a service life as those originally manufactured by the Squat Engineers Guild.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: chickenbane on June 25, 2020, 06:03:16 PM
This is a brilliant thread. Makes me want to buy some shoddy merchandise.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: OctaviusAce on July 09, 2020, 03:47:07 PM
What a great thread, I love the idea of taking something cheap and nasty and turning it into a presentable model. I really like the mortar version and I am impressed that you are modelling the interior.
I have had a go at myself and here is my version of the SHODDY. It is armed with Supersonic Targeted Anit-tank Weapons System (STRAWs). I hope you like it
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Shahbahraz on July 09, 2020, 04:39:18 PM
Those are great! I love to see imaginative uses of unlikely raw materials.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Roo on July 09, 2020, 05:13:16 PM
Brilliant!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on July 09, 2020, 05:24:12 PM
A whole troop of SHODDY STRAWS! Superb!  I really like what you have done to build up the rear of the vehicles, and the headlights, vision slits, hatches and all the other details really elevate the basic SHODDY chassis. The paint job is great too. I really feel that this variant could be a big success for SHODDY...

Edit: P.S. I am honoured your first post is on this thread - welcome to the forum!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on July 09, 2020, 05:41:30 PM
Extract from SHODDY brochure:

"The formidable STRAWS-armed SHODDY has proven to be one of the most popular members of the much loved SHODDY family and with good reason. Featuring a host of upgrades over the already lavishly equipped SHODDY Mark 1 it now equips a large number of Imperial Guard divisions as well as several of the more discerning Space Marine chapters.

Fitted with a devastatingly powerful multi-barrelled missile launcher the vehicle is affectionately referred to as the "Camel" by grateful crews across the Imperium. The origin of this nickname is not known for sure, but it is speculated by us in the SHODDY Marketing Department that this is likely to be a reference to the larger fuel tank fitted to this varient allowing an increased range over desert landscapes. Or perhaps it is due to the enhanced air filtration system that is fitted to these vehicles making them better able to withstand sand storms. We can confirm that it is definitely not related in any way to unsubstantiated reports of the extreme heat generated by the simultaneous firing of a full compliment of missiles coupled with the weight of the STRAWS targeting system causing the hull to crack and the vehicle's back to break..."
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: OctaviusAce on July 09, 2020, 11:18:07 PM
Thanks for your comments. I am glad you like my addition to the SHODDY range. A lot of the hatches, headlights exhaust and other attachments were cut from the original turret. The Strategic Targeted Rocket, Anti -tank Weapon Systems, as the name suggests, were made from drinking straws.
Now what to do with the other 7 tanks?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on July 09, 2020, 11:22:14 PM
cracking job great imagination :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on July 10, 2020, 12:16:31 AM
What a good idea to use parts of the original turret - I will be trying that!

Now what to do with the other 7 tanks?

The possibilities are endless, but given your clear skill with the humble drinking straw my first thoughts were (assuming you had any straws left):

A recoilless rifle armed SHODDY, perhaps multiple barrels like the Ontos.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/ERE8sFFkdTse/360.jpg)

A massive rack of rocket tubes mounted above the turret in the style of the Sherman Calliope.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/Knj7SLkMc9Rf/360.jpg)

A SHODDY AVRE variant for use by the Adeptus Mechanicus including a fascine for crossing trenches.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/TgeoKtyoMPSG/360.jpg)

Whatever you decide I look forward to seeing it!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on July 11, 2020, 03:21:33 PM
Nice ideas.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on August 13, 2020, 05:04:20 PM
The work to the SHODDY captured by Necrons is now complete.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/KYhLzN4iCUCH/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/Zp5UqYyhLtQV/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/ZDVPnAfD8qRn/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/tkGeAvm9MZM7/360.jpg)

And supporting my son's Necron infantry:

(https://myalbum.com/photo/jv48mWNLTy8n/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: snitcythedog on August 13, 2020, 05:23:05 PM
Good on you for getting out of the GW price fix. you are doing a great job on the conversions.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Onebigriver on August 13, 2020, 05:56:17 PM
Love the idea of Necrons taking over hardware like that. Great job!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ray Rivers on August 13, 2020, 06:48:53 PM
That last conversion came out wonderfully!

Great thread!  :-*
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on August 13, 2020, 09:45:43 PM
That is cool.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Blackwolf on August 13, 2020, 10:56:19 PM
You do know Bear’ that your builds are no longer shoddy ;) Great stuff!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on August 14, 2020, 09:37:30 PM
Synitcythedog: Thank you very much, glad you like them!

Onebigriver: Thanks! It is interesting to imagine what a technologically advanced species might do with any fairly basic human equipment that falls into their hands. I suspect that it might get pressed into service if it could be easily adapted/upgraded, or if there are shortages of more advanced kit. It may not be cutting edge, but it might be good enough for third line garrison duty (or for a suicidal first wave!)

Ray Rivers: Cheers Ray, I will keep going...

Ultravanillasmurf: Thanks!

Blackwolf: Don't let the sleek Necron paint job fool you, Blackwolf, it is still a SHODDY under the bonnet!

And talking of the paint job...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on August 14, 2020, 09:40:14 PM
"Perkins, Patel, what's going on here? Who gave you permission to brew up?"

The two Necron Warriors scrambled to their feet from where they had been crouched around a makeshift tesla kettle, and snapped to attention with a metallic clank.

"We've finished the paintwork, Sir. Just, er... topping up our reservoirs before we make a start on the weapons checks, Sir."

"Painting all done, eh?" queried the Cryptek, turning to regard the vehicle they were standing next to with his single glowing green eye. The wet paint made the tank glisten in the sunshine. "Ah yes, I see." He analysed the surface of the armour plate.  "Good work on the edge highlights, Perkins! You have come a long way since you were assigned to my workshop on Medusa VII. I recall your first paint job on the Command Barge was so inept I had to tell the Overlord it was an experimental offensive colour pattern designed to give migraines to Aeldari! Yes, this is much better! You would never guess this vehicle started life as a crude human contraption!"

"Thank you, Sir."

"But... what's that? Why have you stuck poor old Corporal Turner's head on the front?"

"Well, Sir, we figured he wasn't going to miss it now, Sir. Not after that accident when he was cleaning the Doomsday Cannon. And we thought giving the tank a "face", so to speak, would make it look more terrifying to the humans, Sir. Make it look like it was an actual robotic creature, Sir."

"I see, Private. Targeting Mankind's gullible and fevered imagination! I like it!"

"Also, the enemy are bound to aim at it, Sir, and the Corporal's forehead is thicker than the glacis plate on this tank, Sir."

"Good thinking, Private. Come to think of it, do you want any other bits? They did not recover much, but I heard they found his left knee joint over by B Squadron."

"Er, no thank you, Sir. I think the head is enough to give the effect we was after."

"Very good, Perkins. In which case I will leave you to carry on."

"Er, there was one thing, Sir."

"Yes, Private, spit it out."

"Well, Sir, we've got a bit of gold paint left over, and Private Patel here and me was thinking about giving the new tank a name. You know, painting it on the side of the hull, Sir.  Patel likes "Susan" after that Nihilakh service unit he met out in the Charadon Sector, but I was thinking we need something a bit more fierce. Not that Susan didn't have a feisty side" Perkins added, winking at Patel, who glared back, "but I thought maybe "Boudicca" was more warlike. Or perhaps even "Maureen" after my old Maternobot back on the Tomb World. She didn't half have a tongue on her, I can tell you!  I once saw her reduce a Flayed One to tears when he..."

"Steady on, men!" The Cryptek exclaimed as his eye flared briefly yellow. "I must remind you that such markings would be against Dynastic regulations! We are not some slovenly human outfit who don't polish their feet and who write graffiti on their vehicles! No! We are Necrons, and we have standards!"

"Sorry, Sir. It was just a thought, Sir."

"Besides" continued the Cryptek, gesturing at the tank with his Eldritch Lance, "it's just a lump of metal. Giving machines names, well, if you ask me..."  The immortal killer robot seemed to shudder "...that's just a bit weird."

"Yes, Sir. Very good Sir."
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on August 15, 2020, 07:10:33 AM
(https://myalbum.com/photo/eCMans8ywbCk/360.jpg)

Perkins and Patel admire their handiwork.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Warren Abox on August 20, 2020, 12:28:00 AM
That scorpion tank is ridiculous.  And perfect.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on November 29, 2020, 01:17:13 AM
Warren Abox - thank you for the compliment, I am glad you like it!

This project staggers on - here is a glimpse of the current work in progress:
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on November 29, 2020, 01:18:38 AM
"Sarge, Sarge, come quick! Something's wrong with the Shoddy!"

"Don't worry lad, I know all about the dent in the turret. I caught the lads from C Company playing Netball in the shed again. They said it was cold outside! I said it's a tough game and if a little chill puts you off then maybe its not the sport for you! Or perhaps just wear something under those little skirts! Anyway, you know that Twitchy Shortchanged, the "star" sniper from their Ratling Platoon, well he fancies himself as a bit of a hot shot. Before I turfed them out he bet he could drop the ball through the Commander's hatch while standing next to the coffee machine. Of course he missed! The ball bounced just in front of the cupola and made a dent in he turret roof. He might be a crack shot with a las-rifle but there is no way he is getting picked as Goal Attack for the Regimental Team!"

"But Sarge..!"

"No need to fret, the armour is so thin all you need to do is sit in the Loader's seat and push up firmly with both hands and you'll pop it out. It'll look as good as new."

"Sarge, no, it's not that..."

"I hope you are not going to complain about the Boiling Vessel making every cuppa taste vaguely of camomile! I'm afraid that is a well known design fault. You just have to grit your teeth and take it like a soldier"

"No Sarge, it's even worse..."

"Those new track pins! They've snapped, haven't they!  Private Walker sourced them for me. They were expensive, but he claimed they were genuine Adeptus Mechanicus surplus. I pointed out the packaging labelled them as Administratum Issue, "Clips, Large, Paper, for the use of", but he swore that they were dual purpose."

"No, Sarge. I mean, yes, actually they have snapped, but that's not what I meant, Sarge, it's something else, something really strange."

"What then?"

"It seems to be, er, growing tentacles!"

"What? I'll take a look!"

(https://myalbum.com/photo/XuJvSs634gW4/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on November 29, 2020, 06:00:56 PM
(Snip)   I have had a go at adding some interior detail to the vehicle but sadly I do not have any Squats to crew it.

(https://myalbum.com/photo/sJSXr63pWaQJ/360.jpg)


You do if you replace 2nd ed plastic Gretchen heads with Dwarf heads, and their guns with mortar shells . . . Just saying.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on November 29, 2020, 06:55:47 PM
Oooh! No! Leave the heads on, add ridiculous Santa-style beards (plastic Beastmen hair spares?) for the real S.H.O.D.D.Y solution to the new, Tyranid caused, Squat shortage! Hired Gretchen to crew the Mole Mortars would be much cheaper than the rare, in demand Squats!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on November 29, 2020, 08:50:11 PM
I agree with both of you, Moriaty.  The suggestions are truely in the S.H.O.D.D.Y. spirit (S.H.O.D.D.Y. does not do genetic engineering but if it did it would probably be the best genetic engineering company in the Imperium). The only flaw in your plan to resolve my unfortunate lack of Squats is that I don't have any 2nd edition plastic gretchen either.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on November 29, 2020, 09:31:31 PM
I do . . .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on November 30, 2020, 08:02:18 AM
So, do you want me to send two ‘likely lads’ to volunteer for the programme, or do the conversion work myself and then send them?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on November 30, 2020, 08:59:24 AM
A generous offer! So as not to compromise your artistic vision (something S.H.O.D.D.Y. would never do) I suggest you carry out the "enhancements". I will then do my best to do justice to your work by painting them up in the (as yet unconfirmed*) uniform of the relevant SPAMM battery. I will PM you.

*although all tank commanders who think they are really tough wear something pink.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on November 30, 2020, 09:16:56 AM
No problem, will get on it. Intend replacing one Gretchen gun with a part ‘shell’, part wood screw arrangement as per the squat figure. The other Gretchen I envision removing the right hand part of the gun (adding a ‘poking’ finger to the hand) and rotating the left hand part 45 degrees (adding buttons) to make a control unit. I’ll drill out the barrel end in case you decide to add an aerial or cable connection.

The Gretchen have a German ‘coal scuttle helmet’ vibe going on, which is ironic given your inclination to include pink in the colour scheme, and the Wehrmacht pink piping for panzer troops :x)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on November 30, 2020, 10:03:05 AM
That sounds great, thank you!

The Gretchen have a German ‘coal scuttle helmet’ vibe going on, which is ironic given your inclination to include pink in the colour scheme, and the Wehrmacht pink piping for panzer troops :x)

Yes that sounds appropriate! In fact when I made the comment I had in mind the chap being mocked on the cover of Too Fat Lardies "What a Tanker" rules.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: FramFramson on November 30, 2020, 09:59:38 PM
I love this thread to bits.

And so we have... well... bits. ;D
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on December 02, 2020, 12:35:13 PM
I love this thread to bits.

And so we have... well... bits. ;D

"When you think deeply about it at a philosophical level what are tanks if not a collection of bits? Oh, and bobs, of course. Mustn't forget the bobs!"

     - Nigel Voidsplainer (during his brief tenure as Head of Thought Leadership, SHODDY Industries)


On the subject of Bobs and Tanks there are rumours that the SHODDY design team has obtained plans for a mighty armoured vehicle which, according to the listing on the online auction site from where they were acquired, ruled battlefields on Terra prior to the Dark Age of Technology. These ancient drawings had been thought lost but have miraculously surfaced in humanity's darkest hour. What innovations these plans will reveal and what inspiration they will spur can only at this stage be guessed, but the news of this discovery will no doubt prevent the unsleeping enemies of humanity from resting easy in their beds!
(https://myalbum.com/photo/ZRYiPnT9iHcP/360.jpg)
https://militaryhistorynow.com/2013/11/05/tanks-for-nothing-new-zealands-regrettable-ww2-era-fighting-machine/
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: chickenbane on December 02, 2020, 01:53:19 PM
Can't wait to see the next version.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: FramFramson on December 03, 2020, 07:50:58 PM
Ah! Yes, the records are fragmentary but it appears to be some sort of early Chapter Chaplain tank? It's clearly referred to as the "Bobs Temple" tank.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Snowdogs on December 14, 2020, 02:51:19 PM
I have just read through the entire thread and been suitably impressed and not just a little surprised with what you have managed to do so far. As someone looking for cheap 40k proxies for an upcoming AM project, I do hope you carry on and provide me with lots more inspiration. ;)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on December 14, 2020, 11:35:59 PM
Chickenbane: There is another SHODDY on its way, creeping and wheezing (and smelling particularly bad).It will be revealed shortly - I hope it does not disappoint!

FramFramson: A Temple Tank is a great idea, just what any Chaplain requires to inspire/enforce devotion the the Imperial Cult among the battle brothers (as well as, in the case of the Emperor's Heliotropes Chapter, to settle once and for all the long-running dispute between 2nd and 4th Companies about the flower arranging rota in the Reclusiam).

Snowdogs: Many thanks for your comments, it is always nice to hear when my scribblings and bodgings are of interest to others. Good luck with your project and I look forward to seeing it take shape on this forum in due course!

News from the Front - the "Squat" crew members for the SPAMM very kindly created and donated by forum member Moriarty have arrived!
(https://myalbum.com/photo/uhBpGxWgNDcs/360.jpg)
I particularly like the mole mortar bomb cradled tenderly by one chap, and their magnificent (and of course utterly convincing) facial hair. Their vehicle is still undergoing final field adjustments (i.e. I still have to finish it) and in the meantime they will be issued with front line uniforms (i.e. I need to paint them) before they commence active duty. I also have a plan to provide them with an officer. To be continued...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on December 20, 2020, 08:05:19 AM
Damn. That loader ‘tache slipped :-( Now I am wondering about the officer - will he carry a white cane to rationalise the obviously non-Squat crew (and explain the shoddy marksmanship), or perhaps his bionics are such that he doesn’t have the software to tell the difference? Ohh! The angst!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on December 29, 2020, 05:45:46 PM
The Super SHODDY has received the blessings of Nurgle:
(https://myalbum.com/photo/7aZZxchyenhZ/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/htpBFNuF2qaT/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/6dV4TfHPiHnk/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/ZL7N4UxeQbrv/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/6v8PV9PY2AC7/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/YZX35k43ocQF/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/VhmPGVX3XBXd/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/aXmxrrC8nAj2/360.jpg)

(https://myalbum.com/photo/uNdgMDB2qgKg/360.jpg)
So, was it just the basic MOT you wanted, sir, or the full service and valet?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on December 29, 2020, 07:26:00 PM
Love the eyeball
and the slim in the hatch
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Roo on December 29, 2020, 07:59:15 PM
Wonderful modelling agree the slime in the hatch is class
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on December 30, 2020, 08:06:50 AM
No flies on that one. Oh, wait . . .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Yuber Okami on December 30, 2020, 10:24:05 AM
I have just read through the entire thread and been suitably impressed and not just a little surprised with what you have managed to do so far. As someone looking for cheap 40k proxies for an upcoming AM project, I do hope you carry on and provide me with lots more inspiration. ;)

+1.000.000!

Don't stop this madness Spartha, please!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: BZ on December 30, 2020, 12:27:32 PM
Awesome job!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Ultravanillasmurf on December 31, 2020, 06:53:35 PM
Cool.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on January 02, 2021, 12:19:44 AM
Thanks for all the comments! And the madness will continue...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on January 03, 2021, 07:05:28 AM
Madness? This. Is. S.H.O.D.D.Y!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 28, 2021, 10:25:40 AM
"Major, might I have a quick word?"

The Major looked up from his desk and failed to conceal his irritation. He had a pile of paperwork to get through that night and the last thing he needed was to waste time listening to a young officer earnestly drone on about the latest Stronghold Junior Officer College fad.  His brow furrowed above his bristly grey eyebrows. "Yes, Lieutenant?"

"Sir, it's the new replacement crew members that arrived today. There is something... not quite right about them."

"What do you mean? Are they bright green and have silly mustaches?"

The joke seemed to fall flat.  "Sir, I would never... Sir" the Lieutenant stammered indignantly. "This is the 41st Millennium, Sir.  This is an Equal Opportunities Regiment and I assure you I have fully bought in to our core values in that respect. I would never dream of discriminating against a fellow Squat on the grounds of religion, sexuality, ethnicity or facial hair style."

"Lieutenant, I am just teasing."  The Major smiled sourly. "I am well aware of that your approach is thoroughly... modern. What was it that you were concerned about then?"

"Well, Sir, the paper work for these two seems to have been held up at Division, so I was inputting their details manually. When I asked for names the first lad said his name was..." The Lieutenant checked his notes "..."Bogglum Squigloafer". I pointed out that that was a funny name for a Squat and he looked decidedly shifty, Sir. He then said it was a nickname, Sir. Said it was short for..." He checked his notes again. "Doc". His companion seemed to find it amusing. That is until Doc confirmed his companion's name as "Dopey". Does that not seem a little odd to you, Sir?"

The Major shrugged. "Well, Lieutenant, personally I'm a fan of traditional names. Although my wife has more modern tastes." He thought of his son, South Plum, and felt a tiny pang of regret.

"Well, Major that is not all. As part of our on-boarding process I take all new arrivals on a tour of the base, toilets, fire-escapes etc. In the canteen I introduced them to Corporal Oakenshield and his detail who were busy making the pies for tonight. Doc looked him straight in the eye and said: "Ah, you must be Snow White!" I mean, can you imagine! Oakenshield nearly brained him with a ladle! The funny thing was, Doc looked genuinely shocked."

"I'd say say that shows admirable bravery, wouldn't you, Lieutenant? And a sense of humour is important in a soldier, even one that is not quite up to your standard of political correctness."

"Yes, Sir" said the Lieutenant doubtfully. "But there was another thing. They kept singing this strange song. Something about going off to work in a mine, Hi-ho Hi-ho and so on. They seemed to expect me to join in!"

The Major sighed. "So they like a bit of folk music. Just because a song lacks a contribution from a guest grime MC doesn't make singing it a court martial offence. Was that all, Lieutenant?"

"Um, just one other thing, Sir. After they had eaten, showered and were preparing to turn in Dopey said to me that "Being a Squat tank crew is far better than being a Gretchen in Ghazgob Thrashbucket's warband where you only get to eat what those greedy Orks leave behind, you get kicked if you sing while you work and you get teased if they find out you have been watching films about Princesses"."

The Major considered this for a while in silence. Finally he spoke. "Well, I imagine he is right. Wouldn't you agree?"

"Er, yes, I suppose so, Sir."

"Excellent. Dismissed."
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 28, 2021, 10:32:32 AM
I have some crew for the SHODDY SPAMM now! Many thanks to Moriarty for providing the new recruits and thumbs up to INSO also of this forum for the excellent sculpting on the officer. Just need to finish the vehicle now...
(https://myalbum.com/photo/GkLzFEiyMYe5/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/kTNTao2CD5h7/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/JFzVgveqWAo8/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/y3XquSSMyjr8/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/XFdSrzV22ZdP/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Inso on February 28, 2021, 11:21:05 AM
Nice paint on the trio :) . That officer certainly looks a little unconvinced by his two subordinates :) .

It's always nice to see one of my sculpts painted and in this case, it certainly has a "2nd Edition WH40K" look about it. Nicely done :) .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on February 28, 2021, 11:55:22 AM
Ah! A fine body of . .  men? Just don’t twirl that moustache too hard :-)

Curious as to the bases - thought they might be going -inside- the tank? Or is it best to keep a safe distance when the thing is fired? Jolly Good Show, in any event.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on February 28, 2021, 01:16:19 PM
Inso: Thank you, I am glad you feel I did him justice. I was definitely inspired by the art work on the old plastic "Space Dwarfs" box set and the crispness of the sculpt suited that bright and colourful style well. Having said that, his fearsome expression and sinister long coat would also go well with a more modern grimdark approach. Maybe I need to paint another version...

Moriarty: Thanks, I am relieved you like what I have done with your volunteers!

As for the bases, to be honest I thought it would be a shame to squeeze such unique creations inside the hull where they would be barely seen. I also thought the bright summer grass flock would suit their colourful uniforms.  I have magnetized the mortar so it can be dismounted from the carrier and set up in a fixed position, allowing the crew to be displayed. It does mean that when the mortar is within the vehicle you will not be able to see any crew but the weapon is quite big so I don't think it will look too empty. I had better finish it off to find out.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 13, 2021, 04:16:10 PM
The SHODDY Self-Propelled Armoured Mole Mortar (SPAMM) and it's crew have been fully processed and are ready to dish out some damage!
(https://myalbum.com/photo/qxeoET43LgLw/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/64W5su4xPZsA/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/WrUd9QNDEPFP/360.jpg)

Just in case you were in any doubt as to whether this was actually 40k please note the skull.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/EqWB4xR8YdkD/360.jpg)

The mortar can dismounted and used in a static position.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/deaJYRQhKQvn/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/Gdo92J4Mgz68/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/2m7joanzFoU5/360.jpg)

Next up, my father has dug out an ancient blister pack from his lead pile which is inspiring a trawl through my bits box...
(https://myalbum.com/photo/rSWmJRhbehvx/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on March 18, 2021, 03:02:45 AM
Who is selling these cheap tanks again? Asking for a friend with a problem.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 18, 2021, 08:30:55 AM
Hi Palaeomerus, I got mine from ebay. There seem to be several sellers and the price fluctuates. See here https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mini-Plastic-Military-Playset-Toys-Car-Tank-Sand-Table-Model-Layout-/164247450605?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
If your friend does find a SHODDY solution to his problem please do post a picture in this thread!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on March 18, 2021, 10:07:58 AM
AH, found some that will ship to the US. The key thing was looking for "sand table" tanks instead of plastic or party favor as I was doing. It says mine I mean my friend's should be here by mid April.

Thank you! These will most likely be facing off against some Tehnolog Brone Korpus tanks and robogear walker thingies eventually!

Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Chief Lackey Rich on March 18, 2021, 12:00:59 PM
You know you've spent over 40 years playing Ogre & GEV when the first thing that tank's profile brings to mind is the swept-back sensor tower on a Combine Mk. III.  :)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on March 18, 2021, 12:09:40 PM
Now suddenly I'm imagining a tunneling ogre where the mast sticks up when it surfaces.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 21, 2021, 09:08:17 PM
"Death from Below" - witty dog :-)

See what you mean vis the space inside the tank. Still, the Mole Mortar being removable means you could substitute the weapon systems in the same hull :-)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 22, 2021, 11:53:36 PM
Chief Lackey Rich - I had never come across that games system before (I have led a sheltered life) but looking into it I see what you mean about the resemblance. Having said that, SHODDY Industries has been driving down standards costs in the AFV market since at least 1938 and is still innovatively cutting corners in the 41st Millennium, so I would be surprised if they were not producing a line of nuclear armed budget cyber tanks in 2085AD.

Moriarty: I was watching Apocalypse Now on iplayer while finishing off the SPAMM and the the slogan seemed appropriate. As for other weapon load outs that is a good point and I have a few ideas. I would really like to mount a Shokk Attak Gun loaded via a tube from a trailer full of Snotlings like a Churchill Crocodile, but I imagine my scowling Squat officer would take a dim view...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 23, 2021, 06:50:53 AM
Thudd Gun, perhaps? Should be able to build one dismountable for use on a ground carriage? What are the dimensions of the tank well?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 24, 2021, 01:29:36 PM
A Thudd gun is a good call, a suitably unusual (but classic) design and of course a good name. Are you offering to manufacture a vehicle mounted version? If you are it is a very kind offer. The opening in the SPAMM is approximately 3cm wide and 2.5cm front to back at its narrowest point, but don't worry too much about the dimensions, I am sure whatever shape or size the weapon system turns out to be the SHODDY engineers will work out some way of elegantly combining it with a chassis, even if it spawns a whole new variant!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on March 24, 2021, 03:49:13 PM
I believe elagent and SHODDY don't go together lol ;D :D
Cracking work on this whole thread of madness keep up the SHODDY work :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 24, 2021, 07:18:59 PM
I'm sure that I can knock-up a Thudd-Gun-ish arrangement. If only I could remember where I left that stock of Valerie Singletons . . .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 25, 2021, 02:33:32 PM
Moriarty: I look forward to seeing what you come up with!

I believe elagent and SHODDY don't go together lol ;D :D
Cracking work on this whole thread of madness keep up the SHODDY work :-* :-* :-*

Gamer Mac: Stung by your comments the SHODDY Head of Design is determined that the next variant to roll off the production line will be a sensuous coupling of artillery piece and chassis that will be at least at home in an Art Gallery as a battlefield. Probably more so in fact. For proof, here is a brief glimpse into the designer's "scrapbook of inspiration":

(https://myalbum.com/photo/wNBXByC7ZkL8/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/2jmbWkxkkvMt/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/bjaqvqnz4Q7y/360.jpg)

Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on March 25, 2021, 03:24:54 PM
if that is your scrapbook for inspiration that explains a lot lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 25, 2021, 05:02:53 PM
Think the 25lb Portee takes the biscuit. Can only imagine what the recoil does to the truck axle . . .
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: FramFramson on March 25, 2021, 07:22:18 PM
I believe elagent and SHODDY don't go together lol ;D :D
Cracking work on this whole thread of madness keep up the SHODDY work :-* :-* :-*
'Elegant', no. 'Elagent', yes, absolutely!  lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 26, 2021, 09:13:50 PM
"Welcome Commander! There will be time for pleasantries later but as time is short I suggest you immediately deploy your battery over there, just to the south of the Orangery in front of the Walled Garden. You will then have a clear field of fire over the Croquet Lawn."

"Very good, Sir. Er, my orders were rather vague. Will there be a briefing, Sir?"

"A briefing! Whatever for? We didn't bother with briefings during the Necron Awakening! We just mowed them down as they crossed the Tennis Court!"

"We certainly did, Sir, but..."

"And we didn't stand around having briefings when those slippery Harlequin Craftworlders came prancing by! No we did not! We lured them into the ornamental maze and cornered them between cold steel and some sturdy yew shrubs."

"We followed the field manual to the letter, Sir, it is just..."

"And there was certaintly no time for briefings when that Traitor Legion Warhound Titan appeared out of the lake! We simply took cover amongst the topiary until it tripped over the Ha-Ha. You recall that at that point Corporal Mellor managed to wedge the Head Gardener's pruning shears into the Titan's Turbo Laser causing a catastrophic electrical short circuit."

"Yes, Corporal Mellor did do rather well, Sir. "

"Indeed, although I think he now wishes they had been those ones with an insulated rubber grip, poor man."

"I can imagine, Sir. But, Sir, if it is not Necrons, Eldar or Traitors that you need our help with, what is our mission?"

"Have you been living in a cave Commander? As surely every soldier in this system knows, we are due to host the Militarum Regimentos Croquet Championship in one week's time and you can see with your own eyes the size of the molehills on the lawn! Those little blighters are wrecking the playing surface! The honour of the Garrison is at stake and I want you and your men to do your job and stop them!"

"Stop them, Sir?"

"You have Mole Mortars do you not? So shoot moles!"

"You want us to target... small burrowing mammals, Sir?"

"Gadzooks, man, finally the Throne Gelt drops! Now, hurry up and deploy! By the Emperor, that was hard work! I just hope the Commander of the Leman Russ Exterminator Squadron is a bit quicker on the uptake when he arrives. I simply cannot have those mice in the pantry getting their paws on the canapés!"


(https://myalbum.com/photo/4rD3saj37fay/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on March 26, 2021, 09:26:03 PM
Very good lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on March 27, 2021, 08:58:00 AM
The chassis I ordered to start my S.H.O.D.D.Y. Americano Distribution  Branch seem to have cleared customs. So they are maybe three or four business days away. Gonna be heck,  to get those steering columns switched over the left side. I bought three sets of 10.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 28, 2021, 10:10:16 AM
Ooooh. Think there might be one of those ‘Great Disturbance in the Force’ moments coming up :-)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on April 01, 2021, 05:18:41 AM
A quick check says my S.H.O.D.D.Y. tanks, all 30 of them, are in Bensenville Illinois which is a regional distribution center for the shipper. So I guess I jumped the gun and I'm still waiting.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on April 01, 2021, 03:33:13 PM
Hi Bear,

So, having recovered the stock of Valerie Singletons, I have put together a Thudd Gun for the S.H.O.D.D.Y. SPG.

Pictured are the quad gun/mortar, chassis and two, gun shield uprights (all suitably riveted, due to my inner Ork). They should fit into the chassis . . .

Once you PM the address, I’ll consign then to the tender mercies of Royal Mail :-)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Cerebus on April 01, 2021, 08:32:42 PM
Awesome thread and very inspiring.  I see the basic pattern S.H.O.D.D.Y. is now significantly less than a pound each...
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on April 02, 2021, 08:35:38 AM
gamer Mac: Glad you liked it!

Palaeomerus: It sounds as though you will be able to field a whole Armoured Brigade!  I am very much looking forward to seeing what you do with them. SHODDY Industries has always been very keen on sub-contracting, franchising, outsourcing and off-planeting where it results in costs being cut and legal liabilities being excluded.

Moriarty: PM sent - great looking work! Thank you for your generous offer!
 
Cerebus: Thank you, I do appreciate the feedback! The upfront cost of a basic SHODDY is indeed very reasonable. Sour-faced accountants lacking a romantic soul would probably want to focus on the whole lifetime cost of the vehicles in terms of repairs, running costs, required upgrades and replacing inevitably high losses (indeed I personally have spent considerably more on "bits" to be used on SHODDY variants than I did on the basic tanks) but you wouldn't want to be one of those people would you?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on April 06, 2021, 08:13:03 PM
My S.H.O.D.D.Y. s arrived in a big bag and they are the old green army man tanks only not a Pershing/Patton but a sci-fi generic tank with what looks like two electrodes with ceramic insulators on the end for guns which I assume cause a Jacob's Ladder effect when they fire. Or they could be light autocannons, or some kind of shaped charge rocket tube...AKA a bazooka, with some kind of protective gas channel to protect the crew, though they have very long barrels for that so it could be some kind of exotic air pressure driven gun,  maybe magneto driven, a spigot mortar, or just one of those weird "metalstorm" stacked caseless electric-primed bullet things we were hearing about in the 90s.

Anyway lots of plastic tanks in a 28mm useful scale.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on April 08, 2021, 02:11:40 AM
I ordered some reaper paint for my S.H.O.D.D.Y. mystery project. It could turn out to be a real dog.

(https://images.reapermini.com/4/09018.jpg)
(https://images.reapermini.com/4/09218.jpg)
(https://images.reapermini.com/4/09263.jpg)


Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on April 12, 2021, 07:48:24 PM
Picture of original Thudd Gun for reference.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 27, 2021, 10:15:54 PM
Another package of crudely molded plastic vehicles has arrived! 
(https://myalbum.com/photo/rdQsu4u7nktu/360.jpg)
These tracked missile launchers are smaller than the standard SHODDY Mk 1, and in fact are clearly designed to a completely different scale. There is almost no detail on the front of rear and they appear to be armed with sidewinder air-to-air missiles.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/RSSdEMQmn2PS/360.jpg)
Still, they do have the significant advantage of being very cheap, with a pack of 10 costing me only £5.77 including postage, meaning I could field 50 of these vehicles for the price of a single GW Manticore and still have a few quid left over.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/8KDj75h52QJe/360.jpg)
I see potential for these to be converted into small tracked utility vehicles, with an armoured cab for a single driver at the front and a open rear compartment that could be adapted for a variety of uses...
(https://myalbum.com/photo/JLuLj9AzmK2q/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 27, 2021, 10:36:05 PM
"I can't belive you are cancelling the SHODDY Shrew, Adrian! The Super-Mega-Ridiculously-Impractically-Large-and-Heavy segment of the AFV market is booming at the moment!  This could have been a real winner for the company, and now you are pulling the plug and sending all those Throne Gelts spent on massive drive train development and innovative suspension systems straight down the drain! Plus it took me ages to sellotape all those cardboard boxes together to make that mock-up for when the Deputy Mayor toured the factory!"

"Calm down, Geoff, I said we are parking the project, not cancelling it. It's just that the Board feel we ought to realign the ongoing development projects with our target market strategy and focus on those sectors where we have a competitive advantage. Don't look at me like that, Geoff, I mean we ought to play to our strengths."

"Er...strengths?"

"I mean we need to leverage our existing expertise."

"Um...expertise?"

"Look, Geoff, the point is that the formula for calculating my bonus has been re-worked to give greater weight to the numbers of units sold. I need volume, Geoff, and a flogging a handful of Shrews here and there is not going to cut it, whatever the profit margin. I've got little Tristram's school fees to cover as you know, and Sandra has her heart set on a Tallern Safari this Summer, and that's not a cheap holiday I can tell you!"

"I'll take your word for it, Adrian".

"But don't worry, I have a plan. Here, look at these photos, Geoff.  Do you recognise this vehicle?"

"Hmm, well, it's small, open-topped and tracked. The passengers do not look very comfortable. I don't think I have ever seen it in the service of the Emperor. Is it a Martian Industries prototype?"

"No, Geoff, these pictures are from Terra, In the mid twentieth century. This was the most widely-produced tracked vehicle of its time! Sales were far higher than any gun tank!  It was called a "Carrier" and it saw action in environments from desert to the jungle. Its standard design was adapted to fulfil a wide variety of roles. I want you to to design a 41st Millenium SHODDY equivalent! A Standard Tracked Infantry Carrier."

"OK, so what is the design spec?"

"Let's see: thin armour, weak armament, capacity to transport a small number of infantry in cramped discomfort, average mobility."

"Hmm, any flexibility on the last point?"

"Possibly, yes."

"Then I think we can do it!"


Thus was the SHODDY S.T.I. Carrier conceived.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 27, 2021, 10:39:59 PM
First attempt:
(https://myalbum.com/photo/SU2eJbVgCoza/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/GwFJav8AgMbF/360.jpg)
And with a happy passenger:
(https://myalbum.com/photo/ycduEuXVS6Mp/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on June 27, 2021, 10:44:23 PM
Madness lol lol lol
but I love it :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Digits on June 27, 2021, 10:49:46 PM
Could be a great base for a range of utility vehicles or weapons platforms.  I created something very similar for my 40k army called BOAR.  With so many of them, you could create a whole range of use….


(https://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b76/DigitsDavid/A%20Ruin/2DD73C44-B089-4695-8E23-3E92166A39AC.jpeg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 27, 2021, 11:22:59 PM
Those look great, Digits, some excellent ideas there (except yours don't look shoddy at all!). I particularly like the radar dish one, and the mesh walls on the version on the left. And of course any vehicle with a flat bed at the back is crying out for some sort of weapon system to be fitted.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on June 28, 2021, 05:09:07 AM
Excellent more S.H.O.D.D.Y.ness, great modellling and may I say even better "Fluff" lol

And it`s so very Rogue Trader and believe me there is no higher accolade that i could give to this thread :-*

All hail the S.H.O.D.D.Y!

Glen
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on June 28, 2021, 06:10:19 AM
AH! A S.H.O.D.D.Y. carrier!

Have you considered losing one track section on each of two, and joining them together for a wider vehicle?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: palaeomerus on June 28, 2021, 08:26:06 AM
Another package of crudely molded plastic vehicles has arrived! 
(https://myalbum.com/photo/rdQsu4u7nktu/360.jpg)
These tracked missile launchers are smaller than the standard SHODDY Mk 1, and in fact are clearly designed to a completely different scale. There is almost no detail on the front of rear and they appear to be armed with sidewinder air-to-air missiles.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/RSSdEMQmn2PS/360.jpg)
Still, they do have the significant advantage of being very cheap, with a pack of 10 costing me only £5.77 including postage, meaning I could field 50 of these vehicles for the price of a single GW Manticore and still have a few quid left over.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/8KDj75h52QJe/360.jpg)
I see potential for these to be converted into small tracked utility vehicles, with an armoured cab for a single driver at the front and a open rear compartment that could be adapted for a variety of uses...
(https://myalbum.com/photo/JLuLj9AzmK2q/360.jpg)

Those remind me of those funky little buggies for the Reaction Marines and Terran Feds line RAFM came up with as their answer to "GW SPACE MARINES" back in the day. Only they have a CAB so you can have AC on the moon. GW has since made their own version of this "Mario kart/riding lawn mower with a double .50 on the back" concept.

(http://www.rafm.com/images/product/SKRM/05025.jpg)
(http://www.rafm.com/images/product/SKRM/05024.jpg)


Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on June 29, 2021, 11:10:27 AM
gamer Mac: Glad you like it! And I take the accusation of madness as a compliment while actually being a bit concerned that my first go at an STI Carrier looks a bit, well, sensible. More work needed.

Storm Wolf: Thanks for the comment! I tend to assume that everyone skips the words and goes straight to the pictures, but writing them down amuses me so I will keep doing it!

Moriarty: Nice idea for SHODDY STI Carrier XL. That way you might even fit a Primaris in one! I might have a play at that, I certainly have plenty of spare chassis! On a similar note I am sure these Carriers might also work in a sort of train, a bit like the BvS 10. There is also a sort of Thudd Gun Portee version on the horizon...

Palaeomerus: They do look cool, I had not seen those before. They even appear to have some ground clearance, unlike the GW options, so they should not get stuck on speed bumps. I think the rocket pod is very 40K and I think there has to be a SHODDY MLRS varient in the range. I am a bit worried about the driver of the buggy in the lower picture - if those gun barrels get hot he could become uncomfortable!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Chief Lackey Rich on June 29, 2021, 12:13:39 PM
FWIW, RAFM will still happily sell you those tracked weapon carriers, as well as the rest of the "Star Khan" range.  At a measly $9.95 they're probably cheap enough to justify buying over scratchbuilding something similar just on the time savings alone.

http://www.rafm.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=RAF&Category_Code=SKRM&offset=12

Worth a poke around the rest of that category (and the Lost Minis wiki for some of the missing images) for other vintage weirdness.  The uni-wheel assault vehicle is a thing of wonder worthy of GW at their silliest, the monotrak orc assault gun is pretty cute (sort of an orc version of an AdMech kataphron servitor decades before they were a thing - there's a blister of it on ebay right now), and the "destructor" not-Terminators have the kind of weapon options an RT player would have wet themselves over back in the day.  "What's better than a termie carrying an assault cannon?  How about four of them?"  :)

http://www.miniatures-workshop.com/lostminiswiki/index.php?title=Star_Khan_%28RAFM%29
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on July 12, 2021, 08:32:08 PM
Thanks Chief Lackey Rich, there are definitely some nice vehicles in that RAFM range! They certainly do offer a time saving over scratchbuilding at a very reasonable price (not to mention a quality upgrade!).  However, buying a complete product at sensible price point is simply not the SHODDY way, so I have sacrificed another cardboard cereal packet and pressed on with the Carrier design prototypes:

First up is the basic troop carrier version I made previously, to which I have added a pintle-mounted bolter for some light anti-aircraft capability.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/brMcKRPp4UtS/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/AJfR5srv6qVo/360.jpg)

Next is an attempt to dramatically improve the firepower of the STI Carrier by grafting the turret from a SHODDY Mark I MBT onto the rear deck in place of the passenger compartment. This gives the carrier real punch at the cost of increasing the strain on the rear suspension. Due to the position of the driver's compartment the turret does not have a full 360 degree traverse and cannot fire forwards, but if firing backwards was good enough for the 17 pounder WW2 Archer tank destroyer it is fine for SHODDY.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/ZsXzHV59kAxy/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/wYyhHxtvBmAv/360.jpg)
Moreover the carrier has a far wider arc of fire than the Archer. Critics might point to the fact that the recoil from firing the main armament when the turret is at 90 degrees to the direction of the hull tends to violently tip the vehicle onto its side, but this SHODDY is fitted with pneumatic stabilizers which can be gently extended to push the carrier upright again and back into action! Another game-changing engineering solution by SHODDY!
(https://myalbum.com/photo/PHehtfNwcFqJ/360.jpg)
The crew figure is made from the body and arms from a sprue of Warlord WW2 British infantry I got with an issue of Wargames Illustrated, mixed with a head and weapon that was in a fairly random selection of 40k bits I got from ebay.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/vT9s4Eq9aaLr/360.jpg)

The next variant is a strictly export-only model especially designed in a bid to grow market share in a segment where humanity's arms manufacturers have traditionally struggled to win sales.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/A72Dy7xkbfSG/360.jpg)

Extract from the SHODDY brochure:

"from the graceful swoop of its front armour plate to its ethnically appropriate design details this vehicle is a faithful homage to classic Craftworld designs of yesteryear. Without doubt the discerning Eldar tank purchaser will feel completely at home from the moment they squeeze into the reassuringly dark and noisy fighting compartment."


(https://myalbum.com/photo/qpiLyRE7SJn2/360.jpg)
(https://myalbum.com/photo/zecqxwu7uzps/360.jpg)
The crewmember's head and arms came from my random ebay bits, but there were no bodies to match so I used a torso from the plastic Perry Medieval Mercenaries set, as they were the slimmest I had.
(https://myalbum.com/photo/iAvf96DLiVkN/360.jpg)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: FramFramson on July 12, 2021, 08:59:40 PM
Ahahahahahahaha a SHODDY St. Chamond.  lol lol lol lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: gamer Mac on July 13, 2021, 11:08:24 AM
 :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
I don't think an eldar would bee seen dead in that never mind alive lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Chief Lackey Rich on July 13, 2021, 12:10:44 PM
Quote
However, buying a complete product at sensible price point is simply not the SHODDY way...

Fair enough, there certainly is something about a good DIY job that you just don't get with purchased models, and yours stuff always looks distinctive. 

OTOH, the old RAFM stuff's so cheap they're tempting just as bits box contributors.  Don't think they've raised their prices since those things came out in...the late 80s?  Early 90s?  I kind of love RAFM, they've been around forever and never seem to formally retire anything.  Been at least two times over the last twenty years where I contacted them about something that I'd seen in an old print catalog to see if it was available and they found the mold buried and forgotten in the warehouse and put it back into production.  That's my kind of casting company, like a really good used bookstore only for minis.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on July 13, 2021, 10:57:21 PM
Chief Lackey Rich: They do indeed sound like a great company and your point about contributing to the bits box is a good one.  I will have another browse of their website.

FramFramson: The SHODDY designers knew that if they were going to appeal to the refined and sophisticated taste of the Eldar they would have to pull out all the stops and produce something that really had the "wow!" factor. Where else better to look for inspiration than St Chamond, a true design icon with a haughty (some might say even regal) air.

gamer Mac: Your rather disparaging verdict almost had the SHODDY Design Director in tears (and the Sales Director in fear of his bonus) - but then they remembered that you have only seen the bare plastic/cardboard mock up. You were not to know that the lads in the paint shed have been supplied with some new pigments (in vibrant shades of yellow, red and turquoise) along with some diamond-shaped stencils and been told to paint the vehicle and not to restrain their artistic urges! Once they are finished no red-blooded Harlequin tank commander will be able to resist!  The look on a Troupe Master's face when he is told that actually it is a tank designed by humans will be priceless!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on October 10, 2021, 06:33:38 AM
That STI Carrier with Mk1 turret on the flat bed really takes the biscuit.

_Of course_ the turret would hamper the suspension (gives the commander a superior view - add a block underneath the hull to lift the front track off the floor?).

_Of course_ the commanders position would be higher than the firing position (better give him a tin hat).

_Of course_ the whole thing tips when firing a broadside (obviously an anti aircraft feature at no extra cost).

_Of course_ it has what looks like a Perry Buoy mounted on the turret (if it’s not - make it so :-) ).

If only real world designers had this flair. Oh, wait.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on October 10, 2021, 07:35:25 AM
Ah more S.H.O.D.D.Y. goodness :-*

Nice, although I do forsee a problem when the Eldar realise that it isn`t anti-grav :o just sayin'  lol

The human vehicle takeover by the Harlequins was another victim of the fluff changes made by GW this Century, unless its back in and I missed it?

Bloody good though, thumbs up from me  :)

Glen
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on October 10, 2021, 10:52:55 AM
But it -is- anti gravity. It realised a smile on my face, anyway :-)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on October 10, 2021, 11:04:07 AM
@Moriarty - I agree with all of the above. I will have the bonus AA capability added to the brochure in the "SHODDY Innovation - 13 Things You Never Knew A SHODDY Can Do" section.

@Stormwolf - You saying SHODDY cannot do anti-grav?  That sounds like a challenge!

And if there is a gap in the fluff, we'll let's see what can be done about that.
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on October 10, 2021, 12:13:53 PM

@Stormwolf - You saying SHODDY cannot do anti-grav?  That sounds like a challenge!

And if there is a gap in the fluff, we'll let's see what can be done about that.

Could be, could be? :o lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Chief Lackey Rich on October 10, 2021, 04:11:17 PM
The human vehicle takeover by the Harlequins was another victim of the fluff changes made by GW this Century, unless its back in and I missed it?

They won't even give orks back their looted vehicles, much less allow Harlies to repaint a captured Land raider in clown colors just to annoy the space marines.  :)
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Storm Wolf on October 10, 2021, 06:11:47 PM
They won't even give orks back their looted vehicles, much less allow Harlies to repaint a captured Land raider in clown colors just to annoy the space marines.  :)

Yup gitz  lol lol lol
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 12, 2022, 09:20:56 AM
So, has the S.H.O.D.D.Y. Factory shut down due to quality control issues (unlikely), or has the order book run dry (equally unlikely)?

Has the upsurge in global demand for ‘recyclables’ meant a shortfall in their raw materials?

Why is ‘abbreviation’ such a long word?

More at 11?
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 12, 2022, 04:28:46 PM
Not shut down as such, although it is fair to say that the production output has been disappointing of late. The SHODDY designers have not been idle, however. Check your Personal Messages Moriarty!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Moriarty on March 12, 2022, 06:40:44 PM
Ooooh! AnInviting Temptation!
Title: Re: S.H.O.D.D.Y. 40k (Cheap Sci-Fi Tank)
Post by: Bearwoodman on March 17, 2022, 11:46:25 PM
Apologies to everyone for being annoyingly cryptic. I was referring to a SHODDY VBCW tank conversion on the interwar board: https://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=134766.30.

There will be a proper update to this thread featuring SHODDY 40k tanks soon (ish). Probably.