Construction starts with the wheels and suspension. This kit gives you the option to have the vehicle in "conveyance" (air drop) or "action" mode. In conveyance mode, all the axles are folded up. I want action!
Drop shackles are provided for the conveyance mode, but I'm doing "action". It seems like the shackles need to be hanging down or absent, so some cutting is necessary or they stick out too straight.
My reference photos don't show parts A24 anywhere (must be something used during the air drop), so I filled the holes for them, which are located behind the shackle brackets.
The box art and my reference photos show a large antenna on the right rear, but the kit doesn't have it. Drilled a hole and made an inner ring for underneath.