The KV-5 (Object 2250 was a design conecpt started in mid 1941 but cacelled due to the Siege of Leningrad. The tank was to mount the 107mm Zis-6 and was to weigh around 100tons.
This build used the Takom KV-5 released in 2014, It was one of their first kits and while not as refined as newer offerings, it still builds into a nice representation of this unique armored vehicle.
Build Notes:
Replaced kit track with Fruil KV tracks. I had to buy two sets to get enough links
Used the Voyager PE set to add a few small details
Replaced plastic grab handles with wire
Replaced all weld beads
Added hit marks with a Dremel and epoxy putty
Textured surfaces with Tamiya Grey Putty thinned with liquid cement
Added box fuel tanks from PanzerArt
Moskit stencils were used to airbrush turret markings. Top star is hand cut stencil.
Here are a few in-progress images.
