Philippos Jeep Models

UPDATE: Philippos has created some newer jeep models, this time building it based on a pic of a Ford GP that was modified into a crane. However, instead of a Ford GP, he made it a Bantam BRC-40. Here's the original pic:

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/WWIIG503/permalink/10157377382976046/

Here is the model (FB link):

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He also just completed a DJ-3A Baggage Handler model. Except for some of the minor MB aspects (rims and grille), it's really well done):

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You can see more pics on Facebook

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Originally Published May 25, 2019: A French reader and modeler named Frederic turned me onto a Greek modeler named Philippos Ioannou who has created a number of beautiful jeep models based on historic photos (he builds non-jeep models, too). You can see many of his models on Facebook or on his blog.

Here are a few of his works.

  1. Walliy Cohn "Jeep King" jeep-sedan:
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  1. Target Practice Jeep:
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  1. Welding Truck:
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  1. Note the original photo at the base of the model:
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  1. Looks like an efficient jeep/trailer set up.
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  1. I didn't see an original photo for this model, but still it's a neat one:
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3 Comments

  1. Bill O'Grady
    Re: First Photo - Vertical Crane. Is that four-wheel steering? Interesting!
    1. David Eilers
      Bill, yes, which seems a good use for a four-wheel-steer jeep.
  2. Tom in Paris
    Those remind me of the Headquake RC videos on Youtube. There are several jeep vehicles and build videos, using mostly plastic I think.

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