The Duke's Small Scale Vehicles on Parade

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The Duke's Small Scale Vehicles on Parade

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Today I finally got all my armor and vehicles all packed and put away until another time comes for me to bring them back out again. Now that this display event is over, here are the photos of the event showing everything I displayed in this Guinness-Book-level achievement. All these models represent 54 different model companies, some of which are long out of production. They include the complete line of all ESCI models, Matchbox models, Airfix models, Riich models, as well as up to 95% of all Trumpeter/Hobby Boss models, Modelcollect models, Takom models, and Dragon models; among others.

Despite my best efforts, I did not get the best quality photos that I wanted; mostly because of lack of proper equipment and a lack of photographic skills to photograph something so huge. During this time, 27 people came in to see this in person and I was thrilled to be able to see this whole collection out on display again and talk with fellow enthusiasts about these models.

Without further ado, here is what 1000 small scale vehicles and artillery look like:

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In the background of this pic, you can see the wooden box my friend built me to hold Dora, and the clear tub that holds all my other German and Russian railroad subjects:

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I might have some additional photographs to post later; one friend had brought in a professional photographer to shoot pics of this collection as well. Until then, enjoy the parade. Thanks to all who check this out, comments are always welcome.
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:wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked: :shocked:

We are unworthy... :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow:
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Fantastic stuff Mark! Now I wonder if there is a 1/72 Godzilla to pose with all of those… :hmm: :giggles:


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WOW Mark, that is an amazing body of work! :wow: :wow: :wow:

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I dread think how long that would have taken to set up. :whiteflag:
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Thank you Tom!

Thank you Carlos! I have been looking for a 1/72 scale Godzilla, but so far, there hasn't been any. I might have to go with a smaller one and call him "Baby Godzilla"!

Thank you Stuart! I still find it amazing as well, but I don't consider myself a Master, unless I'm a "Master" at overwhelming with quantity! LOL! :giggles:

That took me eight hours to set up. Most of that time was trying to remember how the trains were supposed to go, and trying to incorporate the other 80 vehicles I finished into the collection as I was setting it up. It only took three and a half hours to pack up again.
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Mark, that is one impressive display and a testament to your dedication and love for our hobby! :shoutout: I've never seen anything like that and may not again. Thanks for sharing your amazing collection with us! :bow:
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Duke Maddog wrote: Tue Feb 03, 2026 12:24 pm Thank you Tom!

Thank you Carlos! I have been looking for a 1/72 scale Godzilla, but so far, there hasn't been any. I might have to go with a smaller one and call him "Baby Godzilla"!

Thank you Stuart! I still find it amazing as well, but I don't consider myself a Master, unless I'm a "Master" at overwhelming with quantity! LOL! :giggles:

That took me eight hours to set up. Most of that time was trying to remember how the trains were supposed to go, and trying to incorporate the other 80 vehicles I finished into the collection as I was setting it up. It only took three and a half hours to pack up again.


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Damn that's incredibly impressive! :bow:
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Thank you Gary! I am thrilled to share this with you and I'm very happy to hear from you.

Thank you Tom! Gotta go shopping when I get paid...

Thank you Mike!
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Well done, Mark. Well done!
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