MWO Kodiak 3D Printing Model | Assembly + Action

Kodiak Mech 3D model is inspired by the MechWarrior Online Universe’s Mech with the same name. The 3D model reproduces all the prototype’s looks and hides special surprises for those who are big fans of this bipedal vehicle.

The in-game Mech is an assault vehicle, capable of developing a speed of up to 64.8km/h. Its armor provides seventeen tons of protection. The Mech model is also known for its impressive firepower, which very often causes overheat when the wide range of weapons are fired simultaneously. However, the claws that he has on his arms are for aesthetic purpose only.

Kodiak 3D model features short-range weaponry, such as Series II Ultra AC/20 and Streak SRM-6s. There are also medium lasers and large lasers that are displayed above his hands and above the engine.

You will see that Kodiak 3D model features this regular arsenal.

This impressive bipedal vehicle’s STL files are produced in Autodesk Maya modeling software. The files are checked and corrected in Netfabb and are flawless.

The model consists of 45 parts, all optimized to be printed on any type of 3D printer. You can handle easily the Kodiak 3D model STL files in any slicing program, such as CURA 15.06 or Simplify3D.

Note: For those who use Simplify3D software, read these GUIDELINES prior to starting printing the 3D model.

After being printed and assembled, the Mech Warrior Kodiak 3D model will stand 250mm tall, 214mm wide, and 147mm deep. The 3D model will feature rotating torso and workable hands and legs.

Buy Kodiak 3D model STL files by clicking the green Buy button. Go to checkout and insert the PayPal or credit card details. Download a Mech Warrior 3D model that will complement your collection of Mechs.

On 19.12.2016 the model files have been optimized and made solid. They now are adapted to be 3D printed using any slicing program. 3D model files are already available for purchase and download.

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On 20.03.2018 new scale and new version of joints have been added.

Now, the MWO Kodiak 3D Model is available in two scale: 1/60 for Version 2 (FDM/FFF) and 1/100 for Version 3 (DLP/SLA/SLS).

There are 23 parts in Version 2 (FDM/FFF) and 8 parts for Version 3 (DLP/SLA/SLS).

Was added parts pf Locks and Connectors for better fixing. One part of Lock(14_Ge_lock_10H_x8) you need to print 8 times. One part of Connector(11_GE_Connector_B_C_x5) you need to print 5 times.

Version 2 (FDM/FFF):
- Is 1:60 scale and after being printed will stand 300 mm tall, 266 mm wide, 183 mm deep;
- Made with new joints;
- All movable elements of the Mech were saved.

Version 3 (DLP/SLA/SLS):
- Is 1:100 scale and will stand 180 mm tall, 160 mm wide, 110 mm deep;
- Made with new joints;
- All movable elements of the Mech were saved;
- Has as few details as possible to keep printing costs down.

With new joints from Version 2 and Version 3 you will get next advantages:
1. Increases frictional force;
2. Possible to up scale or down scale the whole model;
3. Printable from any type of material;
4. Higher strength;
5. Material shrinkage does not affect at strength and friction.

STL files with new scale and new joints are already available for download in “Source files” tab for:
- Version 2 - STL files on FDM/FFF 3D printers;
- Version 3 - STL files on DLP/SLA/SLS 3D printers.

Watch the tutorial video on how to assemble Kodiak MWO 3D Printing Miniature at Gambody YouTube channel. 

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This model was tested in Cura 3.2.1 and printed on an Ultimaker 2 in PLA material.

Note:

- You can print new joints from Version 2 and Version 3 with 20-30% infill.
- With the new joints from Version 2 and Version 3 you can up scale or down scale the whole model.

- Connectors should be printed at 100% infill.

- For all parts of Locks you need to change "Brim" type to "Skirt" in Build Plate Adhesion section.

To avoid printing problems, we recommend the following settings:

Quality
Layer Height: 0.1 mm
Initial Layer Height: 0.3 mm
Line Width: 0.4 mm
 Wall Line Width: 0.4 mm
   Outer Wall Line Width: 0.4 mm
   Inner Wall(s) Line Width: 0.4 mm
 Top/Bottom Line Width: 0.4 mm
 Infill Line Width: 0.4 mm
 Skirt/Brim Line Width: 0.4 mm
 Initial Layer Line Width: 100%

Shell 
Wall Thickness: 0.8 mm
    Wall Line Count: 2
Outer Wall Wipe Distance: 0.2 mm
Top Surface Skin Layers: 0
Top/Bottom Thickness: 0.8 mm
   Top Thickness: 0.8 mm 
      Top Layers: 8
    Bottom Thickness: 0.8 mm
      Bottom Layers: 8
Top/Bottom Pattern: Lines
Bottom Pattern Initial Layer: Lines
Top/Bottom Line Directions: [ ]
Outer Wall Inset: 0 mm
Compensate Wall Overlaps: Check
    Compensate Outer Wall Overlaps: Check
    Compensate Inner Wall Overlaps: Check
Fill Gaps Between Walls: Everywhere
Filter Out Tiny Gaps: Check
Horizontal Expansion: 0 mm
Initial Layer Horizontal Expansion: 0 mm
Z Seam Alignment: Sharpest Corner
Seam Corner Preference: Hide Seam
Ignore Small Z Gaps: Check
Extra Skin Wall Count: 1

Infill 
Infill Density: 20%  (connectors should be printed at 100% infill)
Infill Line Distance: 4.0 mm
Infill Pattern: Grid
Infill Line Directions: [ ]
Infill X Offset: 0 mm
Infill Y Offset: 0 mm
Infill Overlap Percentage: 10%
    Infill Overlap: 0.04 mm
Skin Overlap Percentage: 5%
    Skin Overlap: 0.02 mm
Infill Wipe Distance: 0.1 mm
Infill Layer Thickness: 0.1 mm
Gradual Infill Steps: 0
Infill Before Walls: Check
Minimum Infill Area: 0 mm2
Skin Removal Width: 0.8 mm
    Top Skin Removal Width: 0.8 mm
    Bottom Skin Removal Width: 0.8 mm
Skin Expand Distance: 0.8
    Top Skin Expand Distance: 0.8
    Bottom Skin Expand Distance: 0.8
Maximum Skin Angle for Expansion: 90˚
    Minimum Skin Width for Expansion: 0.0

Material 
Enable Retraction: Check
Retraction Extra Prime Amount: 0 mm3 
Retraction Minimum Travel: 0.8 mm
Maximum Retraction Count: 90
Minimum Extrusion Distance Window: 6.5 mm
Nozzle Switch Retraction Distance: 16 mm
Nozzle Switch Retraction Speed: 20 mm/s
    Nozzle Switch Retract Speed: 20 mm/s
    Nozzle Switch Prime Speed: 20 mm/s 

Speed 
Print Speed: 45 mm/s
    Infill Speed: 50 mm/s
    Wall Speed: 22.5 mm/s
      Outer Wall Speed: 22.5 mm/s
      Inner Wall Speed: 45 mm/s
    Top/Bottom Speed: 15 mm/s
Travel Speed: 120 mm/s
Initial Layer Speed: 30 mm/s
  Initial Layer Print Speed: 30 mm/s
  Initial Layer Travel Speed: 60 mm/s
Skirt/Brim Speed: 30 mm/s
Maximum Z Speed: 0 mm/s
Number of Slower Layers: 2

Travel 
Combing Mode: All
Avoid Printed Parts when Traveling: Check
Travel Avoid Distance: 0.625 mm
Layer Start X: 0.0 mm
Layer Start Y: 0.0 mm

Cooling 
Enable Print Cooling: Check
Fan Speed: 100%
    Regular Fan Speed: 100%
    Maximum Fan Speed: 100% 
Regular/Maximum Fan Speed Threshold: 10 s
Initial Fan Speed: 0%
Regular Fan Speed at Height: 0.3 mm
    Regular Fan Speed at Layer: 2 
Minimum Layer Time: 5 s
Minimum Speed: 10 mm/s

Support 
Generate Support: Check
Support Placement: Everywhere
Support Overhang Angle: 60°
Support Pattern: Zig Zag
Connect Support ZigZags: Check
Support Density: 15 %
    Support Line Distance: 1.3333 mm
Support Z Distance: 0.3 mm
    Support Top Distance: 0.3 mm
    Support Bottom Distance: 0.3 mm
Support X/Y Distance: 0.7 mm
Support Distance Priority: Z overrides X/Y
Minimum Support X/Y Distance: 0.2 mm
Support Stair Step Height: 0.3 mm
Support Stair Step Maximum Width: 5.0 mm
Support Join Distance: 2.0 mm
Support Horizontal Expansion: 0.2 mm
Support Infill Layer Thickness: 0.1 mm
Use Towers: Check
Tower Diameter: 3.0 mm
Minimum Diameter: 3.0 mm
Tower Roof Angle: 65° 

Build Plate Adhesion 
Build Plate Adhesion Type: Brim (for all parts of locks use "Skirt")
Skirt/Brim Minimum Length: 250 mm
Brim Width: 8.0 mm
    Brim Line Count: 18 
Brim Only on Outside: Check

Mesh Fixes 
Union Overlapping Volumes: Check
Merged Meshes Overlap: 0.15 mm

Special Modes
Print Sequence: All at Once
Surface Mode: Normal

Experimental
Slicing Tolerance: Middle
Maximum Resolution: 0.01 mm
Flow rate compensation max extrusion offset: 0 mm
Flow rate compensation factor: 100%

Disclaimer: This model will look outstanding if printed on SLA/SLS 3D printer. The accuracy of the model printed on FFF printer can vary from the result shown in the pictures.