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Post by FalconKPD on Jan 8, 2018 22:31:12 GMT
The MKIIc-1 is an early conversion of a MKII steamer tank with provisions to carry communications equipment to allow an otherwise exposed commander to lead the way in battle. Equipped with both semaphore flags and an experimental compact Marconi wireless telegraph, the C1s had several disadvantages that were rectified in later models. Due to the size of the Marconi device, the steamer lacked the room for two crew members otherwise present in the standard tank. Also, the fragile nature of the device led to the radios being damaged by the mere vibration of the tracks. Most officers using the MkIIc-1s would, by default, communicate with the signal flags which could be lowered to allow traversing through power line-ridden cities and winding forests alike (One of the few features NOT carried over to later tanks). Lack of visibility, room for commanding units and poor ergonomics were all improved in the later MkIIc and MkIVc command vehicles.   I'll be honest, I just made this because I like the low profile of the MkII tanks more than the MkIII style  |
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Post by Quendil on Jan 9, 2018 10:11:15 GMT
Great modelling and love the write up you have done
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Post by boxholder on Jan 9, 2018 12:51:55 GMT
Nice job and a good rationale to explain it.
The lower profile will make it harder for Martians to spot and target, especially when in a gaggle of other steamers. Much more survivable than the towering command vehicles.
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Post by easye on Jan 11, 2018 21:13:07 GMT
Love it since I like the MKII design better than the MkIII.
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Post by greenbeanie on Jan 12, 2018 13:47:07 GMT
What did you use for the raised turret if I may ask?
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Post by terrance on Jan 13, 2018 2:16:46 GMT
Very nice. I love the fold down signal mast.
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Post by hardlec on Jan 14, 2018 16:19:31 GMT
The folding mast is awesome.
One thing I keep trying to remind recovering warhammer players: The duty of a commander is to command, not to fight. A MkII will have he space for a commander and communication equipment, and be able to keep up with the other tanks. It's a great idea.
In game terms, a command tank is a great thing for rallying routed units. (FRONT: TOWARD ENEMY)
I love it.
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Post by FalconKPD on Jan 15, 2018 16:45:18 GMT
What did you use for the raised turret if I may ask? I actually carved up an extra gun turret and inverted it! |
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Post by madmorgan on Jan 26, 2018 19:23:14 GMT
Inspiring work and rationale. The added advantage of low profile and difference from the 'standard' command tank makes this a very nice alternative. Ty. One question - was the forward gun serviceable?? Was it crewed and could fire?? thanks again.
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Post by FalconKPD on Feb 14, 2018 22:16:05 GMT
Inspiring work and rationale. The added advantage of low profile and difference from the 'standard' command tank makes this a very nice alternative. Ty. One question - was the forward gun serviceable?? Was it crewed and could fire?? thanks again. For simplicity's sake, this variant operates exactly the same as the standard MkIIc from a gameplay perspective, so yes, it is crewed. |
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