#130 Naval Mine Removal
Members of the Mine Recovery and Disposal Squad towing away a naval mine from the beach at Tayport with the aid of a Bren gun carrier being operated by troops of the 1st Polish Corps. Features the Airfix Bren Gun Carrier and figures from Germania Figuren.
Notes
First employed in North Africa in 1942, the 6-pounder anti-tank gun was able to destroy all German tanks then in service. lt was usually towed by a Universal or ‘Bren’ Carrier.
Research and References
THE NAVAL MINE RECOVERY AND DISPOSAL SQUADS IN SCOTLAND, 1939-1945
Members of the Mine Recovery and Disposal Squad towing away a naval mine from the beach at Tayport with the aid of a Bren gun carrier being operated by troops of the 1st Polish Corps, 25 November 1941.
The Kit
The Bren Gun Carrier is from the Airfix Vintage Classics kit Bren Gun Carrier & 6pdr Anti-Tank Gun No. A01309V 1:76
Airfix says:
If you’re after something unique yet full of history then the anti-tank gun is the perfect choice! Now available in 1:76 scale and containing 45 pieces, this kit is a great collectable for both young and long-time model makers. In addition to the tank gun itself, this kit includes four crew figures. Mould Tools made in 1964, pack illustration by G.Schule, 1966.
Paint Scheme
| Feature | Color | Recommended | Paint Used |
|---|---|---|---|
| uniform | Dark Earth - Matt | 29 | |
| fittings | Gunmetal - Metallic | 53 | |
| faces | Flesh - Matt | 61 | |
| steering wheel, boots, wheels | Black - Satin | 85 | |
| Olive Green - Matt | 86 | ||
| body | Khaki Drab | 159 | H80 |
Figures
I replaced the figures from the Airfix kit with a set from Germania Figuren: British homeguard in a Bren Carrier harbors sea mine Crew for Bren Carrier Germania Figuren No. GF72-WW2-251 1:72
Build Log
Initial idea was to do a village parade..
.. until I discovered the naval mine recovery references. Planning the layout..
A scratch built mine. Hmm, this would be a great example for learning some 3D design..
Re-arranging the figures ..
Making some barbed wire for the beach..
Putting it all together..
Credits and References
- this project on scalemates
- Bren Gun Carrier & 6pdr Anti-Tank Gun Vintage Classics Airfix No. A01309V 1:76
- on scalemates
- on uk.airfix.com
- Universal Carrier
- British homeguard in a Bren Carrier harbors sea mine Crew for Bren Carrier Germania Figuren No. GF72-WW2-251 1:72
- on scalemates