rx79gez8gundam Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 (edited) I set out to create a more screen-accurate minifigure scaled X-Wing, and this is my result. The model is built to accept the canopy used in the new Poe's X-Wing Fighter set (75102), but it is not yet available to use in LDD so I created a stand-in for now. I am collecting the pieces to build the model, which is 1471 elements total. It features a geared S-Foil wing system controlled by the wheel on the back, opening canopy, and positionable landing gear with doors. Please visit my Mocpages to see more of my work. Comments/feedback appreciated! Edited January 16, 2016 by rx79gez8gundam Quote
The Ace Railgun Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 I love the SNOT usage on this, it's a shame the official sets don't use more SNOT too. It also just all around looks more seamless than the official sets. Quote
LiLmeFromDaFuture Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Hey! That looks great! Although, I am not really a fan of the Rebel Alliance, I appreciate some of the designs for their vehicles; like this one, which you did an excellent job representing in Lego with the studless techniques you implemented! Quote
rx79gez8gundam Posted January 13, 2016 Author Posted January 13, 2016 Thanks! Seamless design is always a big goal of mine, as is as nearly studless as possible. Overall I strive for accuracy first, playability second, and size/number of elements a distant third. That's why so much of my work is huge! This is actually one of my smaller sets. That said, I think I actually nailed all three on this one. No worries, a better TIE is on the way! Quote
CrashDSB Posted January 14, 2016 Posted January 14, 2016 Wow! That's a really awesome design. The details put into it make it even better. :) Quote
TheBear Posted January 14, 2016 Posted January 14, 2016 That looks very good. I have tried to do something a similar size myself based around the 4 wide engine intake, but I never managed to get anything I was happy with. Have you considered using 2x4x4 half cylinders behind the engine intakes? Quote
rx79gez8gundam Posted January 14, 2016 Author Posted January 14, 2016 That looks very good. I have tried to do something a similar size myself based around the 4 wide engine intake, but I never managed to get anything I was happy with. Have you considered using 2x4x4 half cylinders behind the engine intakes? Yes I have. There is no adequate transition for the studded end, and they would preclude the ability to feature functional landing gear. Quote
Kevin W Posted January 14, 2016 Posted January 14, 2016 Looks very good. I like it in gray more then in white. Quote
TheBear Posted January 14, 2016 Posted January 14, 2016 Yes I have. Of course, I assumed you would have but thought I would mention it anyway. It looks really accurate, I look forward to seeing the brick built version. Quote
rx79gez8gundam Posted January 14, 2016 Author Posted January 14, 2016 (edited) Collecting the parts currently, almost have them all. Also working on a T-70 model, will post pics when it's finished. Edited January 14, 2016 by rx79gez8gundam Quote
Sucram Posted January 15, 2016 Posted January 15, 2016 For some reason, the part I love the most about this beautiful model is the canopy. I think it looks even better than Poe's. I also think this is better than Psiaki's. Quote
YellowCorvette Posted January 15, 2016 Posted January 15, 2016 Looks pretty good, but it think the X-Wing will look better if the yellow parts are replaced with Dark Tan. Quote
La Chupacabra Posted January 15, 2016 Posted January 15, 2016 Nice SNOT but I think that your X-Wing is little bit too big. Quote
Renegade Clone Posted January 15, 2016 Posted January 15, 2016 Looks amazing! Congratulations on a superlative design It is probably slightly oversized for a true minifig-scale model but that is a very minor issue. Can't wait to see the real life build Quote
rx79gez8gundam Posted January 16, 2016 Author Posted January 16, 2016 We need an LDD file for this. Now. Working on making one available. Quote
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