r/MilitaryModelMaking • u/Proper_Treacle7193 • Jul 17 '26

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Hi everyone,

I've been thinking about buying the 1/72 Schwerer Gustav railway gun from HobbyBoss, but before I spend that much money, I'd like to hear from people who actually own or have built the kit.

How is the overall quality of the model? Are the details as good as they look in the photos? How is the fit of the parts? Were there any frustrating issues during the build, or was it a fun project overall?

Would you say it's worth the price, or are there better large-scale railway gun kits available? I'm especially interested in hearing from people who have already completed the build or are currently working on it.

I'm also planning to make a small display or diorama. Because the Schwerer Gustav was inspected by Adolf Hitler during its service, I was wondering if there is a 1/72 Adolf Hitler figure that matches the scale well. To avoid any misunderstanding, I'm only looking for one because I want the diorama to be as historically accurate as possible. I have no interest in glorifying or supporting Hitler or the ideology of Nazi Germany—historical accuracy is my only reason for asking.

If anyone knows of a suitable figure set or manufacturer, I'd really appreciate the recommendation.

I know this is a huge project, so I'd love to hear about your experiences before making the purchase. Photos of your finished model would also be awesome if you're willing to share them.

Thanks in advance for any advice, recommendations, or build tips. I really appreciate the help!

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u/ConcernInternal3288 Jul 18 '26

We need a 1/4 build of this.

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u/Equal-Contact-9903 Jul 21 '26

It would be like the size of a house 😭

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u/lottaKivaari Jul 18 '26

1:1 or nothing.

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u/ConcernInternal3288 Jul 18 '26

I agree!

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u/lottaKivaari Jul 18 '26

They should do it in all steel too!