Hi,

sorry for the late answer.
Hmm, there is no special magic with this tank. :) The tracks consist of "path-array'ed" pieces (a extruded shape) and the wheels are simple trimmed, extruded shapes.

My general approach is:
1. layout the whole object with low poly dummy objects to get a look of the proportions
2. create all the objects while replacing low poly objects
3. create all the small details on the objects

MfG
sk2k

A rendering with applied textures.
Rendered in Cybermotion 3D-Designer with Ambient Occlusion.



MfG
sk2k

I made a little scene and gimp'ed :) the rendered picture to look like a old b/w photograph.

MfG
sk2k

So very cool reconstruction!

That turned out really well - "old fashioned" style photo-realism!

- Michael

Great image !
And thanks for the quick explanation on your method.