The Pimm Industries B735-PT is produced by the company's heavy vehicle division. This particular vehicle is assigned to the Highlands Battalion (formerly Highlands Company).
About this creation
B735-PT
The Panther
The Pimm Industries B735-PT is produced by the company's heavy vehicle division. This particular vehicle is assigned to the Highlands Battalion (formerly Highlands Company).
Specification:
Weight: 81,647kg (90 tons)
Engines: Turbine powered by fuel cell technology X4, one in each track unit.
Crew: 2
Main Weapon:
1) 4X 75mm autocannons, turrent mount
2) 2X Large Lasers; front track mount
Secondary Weapons:
1) 4-Round short range missile array (SRM) – turret mount
2) 2X 4-Round SRM - rear track mount, rear facing
Armour:
Undisclosed. Laminate design with experimental energy
absorption properties. Double thickness, light weight.
Classification:
Heavy, tracked, ground, medium-range assault tank.
The B735-PT, fondly called ‘The Panther’ by those that love her best, was designed as a support vehicle for the extreme long range B640-RG . As the B640-RG was poorly equipped to deal with multiple enemy tanks at close range.
However, it quickly found a role going up against other tanks in an offensive role, and because of its heavy armour and ability to lay down heavy fire in short order – it became a favourite for attacking mechs as well. Despite its weight, it is fast and mobile thanks to the four track design each of which houses it’s own turbine engine.
The mech pilots often call it the ankle biter for its ability to pivot around one of it’s front tracks while it lays down fire on the legs of enemy mechs.
Up until now Pimm Industries has been lacking in mech technology. However, thanks to an agreement made with The Dawn Forge we have licensed their mech joint design, and will be fielding a heavy mech in the near future.
As a note, I met Mr. Kescenovitz at BrickWorld and he kindly took apart one of his mechs to show me the joint design. Despite his 12’ tall frame and mass approaching a ton, he is very nice and easy to talk to. He also appears to be freaky smart and has the soul of an artist. Brian was one of the many great people I had the opportunity to hang-out with down in Chicago.
There are many elements on this tank that were gleaned from Brians Mark II - ASCENSION Class Artillery Mech.
To further extend credit for inspiration for this build, I also spent a fair amount of time studying Mark Kelso’s Dawn Forgery. I had a great time meeting Mr. Kelso at BrickWorld, hanging out, and shooting the crap – bright man. I will get back to Mark in a separate post regarding the Darwin Awards.
I also had the chance to meet Dan Siskind , whose instructions for a WWII German Panther became the catalyst for this offshoot of my normal building genre. Although, my tanks have deviated greatly from this beginning, I still use his boogie design on most of my tanks.
I did meet a good number of other people while in Chicago, but I will cover that in a later post (Chris, Dennis, Stacy, Dave, Heather, Nannan, Alex, Mat, etc, etc, etc.















Thanks for viewing and reviewing.
Check out Bricklink for all the parts you need, and didn’t know you needed until you saw them.
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May 21, 2010 |
Big fan of yours, and the tank looks like a predator...by the way, I'm very into tanks and quad-tracked vehicles myself. Check out my stuff. |
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October 16, 2009 |
O_o It Doesn't Even Look Like A Lego! Awesome Job! |
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October 16, 2009 |
a truly menacing looking piece of machinery!
Great job, excellent color combination.
Excellent photography! |
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September 14, 2009 |
I love your series of black and trans red tanks, and this could be my favorite. Great build. |
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August 19, 2009 |
Ok, I reeeeeally like the way you build! |
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August 9, 2009 |
How did I miss thin on your page? 0_ò Oh, yes it's black on black... Elegant and dangerous like its name :) |
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August 1, 2009 |
Quoting Landkreuzer P.1000 Ratte
another great moc from (the) man. i think that i know where you got the idea for this tank from. the landkreuzer p.1000 ratte.
Actually, I started with a picture of the tank from Halo (Scorpion), and wandered off on some strange tangent from there. |
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July 29, 2009 |
another great moc from (the) man. i think that i know where you got the idea for this tank from. the landkreuzer p.1000 ratte. |
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July 26, 2009 |
Quoting Cody G
excellent job! that turret is awesome. personally, I would have put maybe a smaller turret on the back, just to balance it out a bit. the back half is a little bit 'open'. of course, this thing totally obliterates anything I've ever built, and all around, it's really good. great build! Thanks. Ya I tried to put a smaller turret at the back to make it look like a tail, but it didn't work out. Went for the less is more instead.
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July 26, 2009 |
excellent job! that turret is awesome. personally, I would have put maybe a smaller turret on the back, just to balance it out a bit. the back half is a little bit 'open'. of course, this thing totally obliterates anything I've ever built, and all around, it's really good. great build! |
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July 18, 2009 |
Wow, how did I miss this? Great job Lee, the black really brings out the trans red. I love the whole shape of this vehicle. Excellent job. -Dylan |
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July 18, 2009 |
Wow, I thought this was a tank at first!!! Is this a tank? £5 for me if I got it right!!! hehe
can everyone check out my creations too? Thanks |
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July 17, 2009 |
do you have any main battle tanks in the works? cannons make me smile. |
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July 16, 2009 |
Wow. And again, people with alot of Lego bricks have the best creations. Nice job. =D |
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that thing is freakin awesome |
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July 15, 2009 |
WOW Lee! And just when I thought you couldn't top your previous tanks! This is THE best one your done so far... granted, your other ones were built eons ago... but still this is AWESOME! It was great meeting you at BW and thanks for all the stories! I'll never look at a champagne flute the same way again. Can't wait to party with you next year! ~ Chris. |
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July 15, 2009 |
great work |
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July 15, 2009 |
OMG this thing is HUGE! extremely well built! simply <3 it!!! |
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July 15, 2009 |
:O I'm gonna commence running for my life now. AAAAAaaaaahhh.....BOOM!*explodes house* |
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July 15, 2009 |
Most impressive! |
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July 14, 2009 |
COOL |
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July 14, 2009 |
Great tank! Nice color scheme! By the way, couldyou please check my newest MOC? Thanks! |
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July 14, 2009 |
Great tank! Nice color scheme! By the way, couldyou please check my newest MOC? Thanks! |
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July 14, 2009 |
Another beautiful addition to you collection! |
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July 14, 2009 |
THE BEST THING I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME!!! |
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That tank is cool, but did you disign ? That shows that you are truly a good designer! |
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Dave Sterling July 13, 2009 |
Nice work Dr. Jones. This takes my Scorpion Tank into a dark alley and smacks it down. Great work here. I love the color scheme and the technical build details are fantastic. Way to build 'outside the box'. :-) |
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July 13, 2009 |
This thing is down right evil looking. If it was ever built in real life, I bet it would burn puppies and kittens for fuel and require a human sacrifice to start it up in the morning.
Nice! |
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July 13, 2009 |
WOW!!! That's and awe-inspiring vehicle! I like the colours, trans-red and black looks really evil, and the beast look like it could do some damage!!! |
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July 13, 2009 |
this is so ..... headphones.....?.....look at me im not even thinking straght, its so good.....i wish i had all those black pieces.... |
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July 13, 2009 |
I love it when you get in touch with your dark side Doc! |
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July 13, 2009 |
This is one high class MOC!! wow! the overall shape, the details, the techniques, the interior... everything is just amazing, these trans-red pieces were a great touch on your MOC. Keep on the great work >>> peace.. Firas |
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July 13, 2009 |
This thing is beautiful! I for one appreciate good designs, and this, sir is one well designed and well built MOC. Excellent SNOT work. Kudos to you. |
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July 13, 2009 |
This looks pretty dang mean. These Primm guys sure now how to build tanks. |
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July 13, 2009 |
Nice tank! There are so many things to comment on, so I will simply say, great MOC! |
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July 13, 2009 |
That is one smooth looking tank, with plenty of intresting techniques at hand. (especially the black on black photography...) |
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July 13, 2009 |
Great detail! |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Brian Kescenovitz
Also, people, please take note…black MOC + dark backdrop = less problems with contrast = details visible in black MOC = win.
What? I had no idea! I'll have to try that next time I build something with black. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Brian Kescenovitz
Ahh, now here is a man who understands the brutal grace inherent in a clean, angular design. Well played, sir, and many thanks for the kind words�it was great to finally meet you. For those who have not yet had the pleasure, Lee was easily one of the most likable and charismatic people at Brickworld. Just ask Heather, who fell completely under the spell of his hypnotic Canadian wordplay. I�m already looking forward to next year, and I can�t wait to see the new mech. Also, people, please take note�black MOC + dark backdrop = less problems with contrast = details visible in black MOC = win.
Thanks man. And yet another nod to Brian for the idea to use a black background with my creations - this is another of the pearls of wisdom he imparted to me. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Amazing,this one has a really unique design. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Ahh, now here is a man who understands the brutal grace inherent in a clean, angular design. Well played, sir, and many thanks for the kind words…it was great to finally meet you. For those who have not yet had the pleasure, Lee was easily one of the most likable and charismatic people at Brickworld. Just ask Heather, who fell completely under the spell of his hypnotic Canadian wordplay. I’m already looking forward to next year, and I can’t wait to see the new mech. Also, people, please take note…black MOC + dark backdrop = less problems with contrast = details visible in black MOC = win. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Impressive as usual. I love the way the turret looks. |
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July 12, 2009 |
that.... is.... AMAZING! |
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July 12, 2009 |
About time MOCpages was graced with another Lee Jones tank. I love this style, always have always will, and might I point out you do a particularly good job at photographing black lego. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Lethal, downright lethal. Great greebling, and I really like how you've kept to your basic overall look (and I'm not talking about the black and trans red here). Your enemies will tremble when you crash across the border . . . oh wait, that'd be MY country you're invading!
This is a great build -- love the details and that main turret is sweet! |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Space Pirate
ah, now I see ^^ thanks for your patience ^^ but hey, I never said it was easy :)
Now that actually elicited a LOL - you are right - at no point did you say it would be easy - too funny. Thanks for the comments and observations - love your stuff. |
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ah, now I see ^^ thanks for your patience ^^ but hey, I never said it was easy :) |
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July 12, 2009 |
Well, you've done it again! Absolutely fabulous! Keep it up! |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Space Pirate
not sure what you mean, I'd say that you could build the suspension inside the tracks, that wouldn't use up any further space. it's just that the fender is 6 studs wide - in the front and rear - that's why I feel that there is something missing, but don't get me wrong, it's still an awesome tank ;)
The track takes up two studs, the boogie system takes up one stud, then the attachment for the track is two studs. It isn't actually a fender - it is a whole separate pod that pivots on an axis against the body of the tank. The extra stud on the outside is the support for the gun on the front, and the greebling on the back. Your suggestion would require major surgery, and would completely change the design of the tank's track pods. I have the advantage of being able to see underneath, as well as knowing how it is designed. Unfortunately, you only have a few pics to look at, which may make your idea (which I agree could look cool) seem like it would be easy. Thanks for the suggestion though.
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July 12, 2009 |
One of the menacing Tanks I've ever seen! I would LOVE to build a tank like that, but sadly I've tried and failed.. |
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July 12, 2009 |
not sure what you mean, I'd say that you could build the suspension inside the tracks, that wouldn't use up any further space. it's just that the fender is 6 studs wide - in the front and rear - that's why I feel that there is something missing, but don't get me wrong, it's still an awesome tank ;) |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Makuta Bane .
Amazing as always, Lee. I have a question, though: do the dreads roll, or are they just for show?
At the moment the body is supported by a couple of 2x4 bricks so the track pods don't sag over time; but yes, they do roll.
Quoting king of canada seargent fynn
IT reminds me of the scorpion from the halo series and that makes me happy.
That was what I started with as my inspiration, then went from there.
Quoting Space Pirate
not the best tank that I have seen, but fairly good! I think the front view would look better with a second tank track next to the other...so that each track would be 6 studs wide, you know...a double track ;)
Then each track pod would have to be at least a 1/3 wider and it would change the look of the tank. IE it wouldn't be the one I designed. Maybe for a future tank, but I think it would just be easier to use the bigger technic links IMO. |
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July 12, 2009 |
not the best tank that I have seen, but fairly good! I think the front view would look better with a second tank track next to the other...so that each track would be 6 studs wide, you know...a double track ;) |
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July 12, 2009 |
IT reminds me of the scorpion from the halo series and that makes me happy. |
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July 12, 2009 |
thing is a monster |
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July 12, 2009 |
That's a tank with some junk in the trunk. see ya. garth |
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July 12, 2009 |
Amazing as always, Lee. I have a question, though: do the dreads roll, or are they just for show? |
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July 12, 2009 |
Perfect. I swear, this behemoth would be perfect in Unreal Tournament. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Holy Camoly, this is a true rolling wonder! The best tank I've EVER seen. Very massive and extremely well built. I wish I had one of those... |
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July 12, 2009 |
What happy pilots... You'd think that despite the crampness and smoke they'd be glad enough to pilot a tracked 90-ton killing machine. I suppose we should discuss a new peace treaty?
Good day |
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July 12, 2009 |
YEAH ! Without any doubt, it's IMO the best tank on MOCpage. Very impressive and totally awesome !!!
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July 12, 2009 |
a tank glowing in the dark? I don't think that would be a great tactical advantage... |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Master Shifu Leo J
OMG! I wouldn't want to be in the way of that firepower behemoth! Menacing yet smooth! Awesome build! Does it glow in the dark?
I did think about putting some lifelites in it, but decided to save them for another build. |
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July 12, 2009 |
OMG! I wouldn't want to be in the way of that firepower behemoth! Menacing yet smooth! Awesome build! Does it glow in the dark? |
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July 12, 2009 |
Very nice. |
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July 12, 2009 |
Quoting Giovanni Seynhaeve
excellent tank Doc!might I suggest to make the turret movable to back and fourth, cause that rail behind is just begging for that kinda extra action!
That sounds like a great idea - maybe I will incorporate that into a future design.
Quoting Steef de Prouw
Wow! Very sleek and cool design. Looks really menacing. Looks rather large for a two-seater though. What is all the other space for?
Armour, ammo, and electronics. Although, it looks large (and it is overall) the centre area housing the operators is fairly narrow at only about 4-studs wide of open space |
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July 12, 2009 |
Wow! Very sleek and cool design. Looks really menacing. Looks rather large for a two-seater though. What is all the other space for? |
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July 12, 2009 |
excellent tank Doc!might I suggest to make the turret movable to back and fourth, cause that rail behind is just begging for that kinda extra action! |
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July 12, 2009 |
Awesome! u should check out my tank. they look alot alike |
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July 12, 2009 |
That looks great! Much nice looking details, and the shape is very good! |
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July 12, 2009 |
That looks great! Much nice looking details, and the shape is very good! |
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July 12, 2009 |
From the thumbnail I thought this was a reference pic. Excellent work |
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July 12, 2009 |
Nice job Lee. And really great job on the photos. Black tank on the black background, and contrast is still perfect. That's Nikon. ;) |
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July 12, 2009 |
WOAH! |
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