G.I. Joe Armadillo

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The GI Joe Armadillo, a tankette armed with four “cluster cannons”. I used an old toy and a pair of 6 inch calipers to create this 3D file. As usual, the file is modeled at the size of the actual toy but is intended to be printed at 25%. If you print this larger or smaller it may have too much or too little detail. There are two versions of the treads: A shorter version that matches how the toy was designed. There is also a 1 inch longer “extended” version in case you think the shorter treads make the tank look silly. The chassis should be printed right side up with supports. Be careful cleaning around the roll bar as it is delicate. The turret should be printed right side up with supports. The guns should be horizontal for printing, they are stronger than if pointed straight up. After printing they are glued to the turret at the desired angle. The track assembly should be printed upside down. Much respect and gratitude to past and present members of our Armed Forces, you are the “Real American Heroes”. Your sacrifice allows people like me to live in peace, freedom and make silly little toys like these. This file is free to download. Please note that it is listed as “non-commercial”. Neither you nor I are allowed to buy or sell physical copies of this 3D model. You are allowed (and encouraged) to print copies for your own personal use. If you have downloaded this file from a source other than my site on thingiverse.com they have done so without my permission. Thank you for respecting the rights of the original copyright holder.