Avanti: Italian Forces In North Africa 1942-43

Step 1. Begin assembly of the Semovente by attaching the right-hand side tracks to the hull section.  Step 2. Next, attach the left-hand side tracks to the hull section.
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Below: Both tracks in place.  Step 3. Next, attach the hull rear piece to the rear of the hull section.
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Step 4. Attach the casemate to the lower hull assembly.
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Note: To build a Semovente use the hull top on the left. Be sure to trim any excess material from the fornt of the hull top.
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Step 5. Mount the hull top on top of the casemate. Step 6. Glue the main gun in position.
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Below: Main gun glued in. Step 7. Fit the commanders hatch in the open or closed position.
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Below: The commanders hatch in the open position. Step 8. Mount the MG in front of the hatch.
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Below: A fully assembled Semovente.
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Semovente Assembly Guide
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The Italian Semovente Assault Gun brought much needed firepower to the battlefields of North Africa and by the end of the war significant numbers were fielded across the entire Italian army. Today Chris takes a look at how simple it is to assemble this new plastic kit. 


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