January 3, 2025
Description
This is my current solution for storing my 1/64 scale models. After some experimenting I came up with this design. I wanted it to be very simple (just two parts), easily printable, compact, stackable and ability to add and remove models from anywhere in the stack.
I sized it so its enough for standard 1/64 cars without much wasted space around. It will fit all standard cars from Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Greenlight, Auto World, M2, Johnny Lightning, Schuco, Mini GT, Tarmac, Inno 64 and others.
For models from manufacturers that don't use precise scale (like Hot Wheels and Matchbox as example) this stand will allow to use larger vehicles (since they usually have similar footprint as normal cars).
But as true 1:64 scale - this stand don't support anything larger that heavy duty pickup trucks (included). For larger vehicles I will design other stands. Of course this can be resized, but other sizes are not tested or used by me.
Included files & versions:
- 1A-Base Standard Height - Standard base for regular cars. Print as many as needed. Can be stacked together as high as needed.
- 1B-Base Taller Height - Use this base if you need extra height for lifted 4x4 vehicles. Can be stacked together with itself or mixed with standard height base. Print as many as needed.
- 2-Top Part - Use this as top part of your stack. You you will need one print of this piece per stack. Will work on both base parts.
Files are tested and printed on standard FDM printer. No specific settings or supports are needed. I used default layer height - 0.2mm.
No glue is needed, everything snaps together. Because parts snap together you will need a precise print. After printing wait until parts are cooled off. You don't want any warping on parts otherwise your constructions won't fit together very good and won't be stable.
Stand itself is more stable than looks and it can be moved around even with all vehicles inside. I used it for up to 8 stacks high, but it can be made even taller.
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial