Commander Scale

@commanderscale

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This project aims to create a completely original podracer inspired by the Star Wars universe. Rather than building from an existing model kit, the vehicle will be designed and constructed entirely from scratch.

The goal is to develop a unique racing machine with its own visual identity, engineering language, and character while remaining believable within the aesthetic of the Star Wars galaxy. While inspired by the iconic podracers seen throughout the franchise, the project is not intended to replicate any existing vehicle.

A major focus will be placed on the engines, which are expected to define both the performance and personality of the racer. The design process will explore shapes, structures, and mechanical elements that suggest speed, power, and functionality while maintaining a distinctive appearance.

The build will combine a variety of materials and construction techniques. Everyday objects, plastic materials, and custom-fabricated components will be transformed into a cohesive machine through scratchbuilding, kitbashing, and creative problem-solving.

Throughout the project, attention will be given not only to the overall silhouette but also to the smaller details that help sell the illusion of a working vehicle. Surface textures, mechanical structures, maintenance panels, exposed components, and layered construction will all contribute to the final design.

Rather than following a predetermined blueprint, the project embraces an iterative design process, allowing the vehicle to evolve naturally as ideas, materials, and construction methods come together.

The ultimate objective is to create a one-of-a-kind podracer that feels as though it could exist somewhere within the Star Wars universe—an original racing machine with its own identity, history, and presence.

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Scratch Build Podracer Cockpit Paintjob 1

Scratch Build Podracer Cockpit Paintjob 2

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Scratch Build Podracer Cockpit Paintjob 5

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77 days ago

Commander Scale

@commanderscale | Sci-Fi

Scratch Build Podracer Cockpit Paintjob

The base paintwork on the cockpit is now finished, including the smaller technical details, controls, piping and color accents. With that done, I moved on to the first major weathering stage and completed the chipping across the racer.

The wear is deliberately focused on exposed edges and high-traffic areas, with heavier damage across some of the outer panels. At the moment, parts of the chipping still look quite pronounced — intentionally. The following weathering stages will tone everything down and tie the different surfaces together.

Next up is a matte clear coat to seal the current work. After that, I’ll move into washes, grime, streaking and more localized weathering to build depth and give the whole racer a more used and mechanically worn appearance.

The basic paintwork is done. Now the real weathering begins.

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STUDIO93542 days ago
The wiring looks great :p
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  Commander Scale42 days ago
  Replying to STUDIO935
  @studio935 Thanks
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studionaiya3d77 days ago
nice job
- CS
  Commander Scale77 days ago
  Replying to studionaiya3d
  @studionaiya3d Thank you! 🙏🏼🙂
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gekoch77 days ago
It reminds me of TOOTHLESS from How to train your Dragon. Super job
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  Commander Scale77 days ago
  Replying to gekoch
  @gekoch hehe but this is a Podracer Cockpit. 😁
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Mark's Mecha Models77 days ago
i would would want that in my garage as a daily driver
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  Commander Scale77 days ago
  Replying to Mark's Mecha Models
  @timelordbuilds Haha, thank you! 🙏🏼😁
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Doug Mulle77 days ago
that's the correct way to approach the weathering! So many fail to think of that aspect
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  Commander Scale77 days ago
  Replying to Doug Mulle
  @dougmulle Thank you! 🙏🏼 This is an important step in preparing for the next stage of the weathering process. It’s also important to find the right balance so as not to overdo it.
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Commander Scale77 days ago
@almodelling Thank you very much, mate! 🙏🏼🫶🏼

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