Peterbilt 379

[agep]

I've wanted to model a truck for a long time (no, the Lego racer does not count). I've just started on the peterbilt model. I hope to be able to make the wrecker version out of it, but due to little referance and no blueprints of that particular model (1996) I'm not sure. Anyway, I dont have much to show yet:

 

 

 

LATEST UPDATE (21.05.07)

[BrainLock]

Looks good so far.

[largento]

Excellent start! Your models are really fantastic.

[Xtaz]

Nice start Stian .... I was driving yesterday when I crossed with a Volvo, I was looking at it and thinking how would be interesting to model it. You were faster.

 

I see that my style of mechanical modelling differs of yours... I begin on the side then I make the front, rear and top.

 

Can we see wireframes ??

 

keep updates coming...

[agep]

Thanks guys

I see that my style of mechanical modelling differs of yours... I begin on the side then I make the front, rear and top.

 

Can we see wireframes ??

 

keep updates coming...

actually, the way I usually start modeling vehicles is that I usually carve out the profile an extrude it, then start working on the wheel well. but then again it varies a little, depending on what kind of vehicle.

 

Here is the wireframe:

[totlover]

WOH... nice job

[the_black_mage]

taking that extra mile for detail i see...nice man, can't wait till you start rendering images!

[goodguy20k]

Have I mentioned how much I hate you and your models?

 

You make me feel pathetic, man! Hope you're happy.

 

Ok, seriously, that model already looks total awesomeness. Can't wait until it's more complete!

[thetanman]

amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you are definitely the best modeler i have ever seen. i am surprised an animation studio hasn't seen your work yet, and hired you. lol. keep you the good work. you are great.

 

btw, what is the patch count just for that much modeled?

[noober]

Great start. Can't wait to see more.

[3DArtZ]

This is really nice!

I have a question more then a crit.... I think that the shiny silver steele grate that goes around the

front is one piece, without the seem at the top area that you have...

I might be wrong, I'm not trucker.

But when I see the truck hoods up, the whole metal grate usually comes up with the hood.

Mike Fitz

www.3dartz.com

[agep]

Thank you guys for your nice comments. I'll have an update within tomorrow

 

I might be wrong

and you are see attached image

 

[agep]

Here is an update on the Peterbilt. Let me know what you think so far

 

[3DArtZ]

Looking so good!

What's the patch count at now?

 

Mike Fitz

www.3dartz.com

[the_black_mage]

wow man you rock! not offten i see that much detail(modeling wise), normally people take shortcuts. but you don't i admire that!

[Paul Forwood]

Oh, just another one of your absolutely AWESOME WIPs, Stian.

 

Ho, hum...

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[agep]

Thank you for your nice comments

 

What's the patch count at now?

its almost 10K at this point (I could probably remove a few K's by using bump for rivets though)

[dborruso]

wow wow wow. That is beautiful. I would like to know the patch count too. very inspiring.

[John Bigboote]

Very nice work as always Stian. And GREAT powerful subject material...are you going to accompany it with a 'Fruehauf'??? I'd be interested in obtaining this model when finished, are you planning on selling? I'm sure David Dustin would want to throw it into his collection as well...or are you making it for him?

[Tralfaz]

Jeepers!

 

I can almost hear the tires humming down the highway, the smell of diesel exhaust wafting through my rolled down windows, a '77 Black Bird Trans Am running blocker for a beer laden, boot legging transport... (as I now come back to reality)

 

That is one fine looking model you are building Stian.

 

Al

[agep]

thank you guys for your comments

This model is a personal project. just for fun

Here is a new update. I had to do a rendertest. Let me know what you think

 

[totlover]

YOU ARE A GREAT PHOTOGRAPHER... lol

 

that is the best model i have seen in a while.. no offense to those other great models out there... but this is the BOMB... dang!!

 

can i see the wireframe

[youngman]

O M G Stunning! Actually i think that might be an understatement.

 

Superb work Stian,great attention to detail.

 

Jay

[Dagooos]

thank you guys for your comments

This model is a personal project. just for fun

Here is a new update. I had to do a rendertest. Let me know what you think

 

 

Looks like that could be a peterbuilt brochure . Awesome!

[mtpeak2]

What can I say Stian, awesome model so far.

[the_black_mage]

Teach me your rendering ways...O.o(seriously)

[Paul Forwood]

You see! What did I tell you?

Awesome!

 

Stian, can you educate me and explain what those large chromed cylinders on either side of the cab, in front of the doors, are for? Are they air filters or part of the exhaust system? I'm just wondering if they get hot.

[dborruso]

all i got to say is

 

HOT DIGGITY DAMN! that's sweet.

[MattWBradbury]

Stian, that looks incredible. Though I would suggest increasing your gamma a bit.

[LeeAnderson]

That looks great Stian! It's an inspiration to all of us!

 

Keep it up!

 

Lee

[williamgaylord]

Stian, can you educate me and explain what those large chromed cylinders on either side of the cab, in front of the doors, are for? Are they air filters or part of the exhaust system? I'm just wondering if they get hot.

 

Those are the air filters for the engine.

 

Stian, you always amaze me how fast you produce these models at such amazing quality! You are quite a gifted 3D modeler.

 

Bill Gaylord

[williamgaylord]

Stian, maybe this could be your next project! Your Peterbilt got me wondering what is the world's largest diesel engine. I found it!

 

Largest diesel engine in the world.

 

Thought you might find it interesting. 25,480 liters of displacement, 108,920 hp at 102 rpm, 5,608,312 lb/ft of torque at 102rpm. Engine weighs 2300 tons, 300 of which is just the crankshaft! It consumes 1,660 gallons of heavy fuel oil per hour, at %50 efficiency, which is actually pretty efficient. (Most engines run 25-35%.)

[MattWBradbury]

Ummm... William, some of the side links on that page arn't really appropriate for the younger users.

 

Still, I'm glad to see they're making the engines more efficient. Hopefullly they get them running on an electrolysis system so they can save on oil as well.

[williamgaylord]

And here is the ship the engine was made for!

 

Emma Maersk

 

Sorry, Stian! Don't mean to steal your thread. No more distractions...I promise!

 

That is indeed a very fine model of the Peterbilt 379. Are you going to do any interior details?

 

Bill Gaylord

[Rodney]

I could swear I already commented but don't see a post from me here.

Just want to add in my words of praise. You certainly haven't lost your modeling ability!

Your work is as impressive as always.

 

The texturing and lighting is a treat too.

[animas3D]

Oh my gosh. Wonderful model.

 

Also, great lighting as well. How did you achieve it? (the lighting.

 

Joe.

[MattWBradbury]

Also, great lighting as well. How did you achieve it? (the lighting.

 

That's Ambiant Occlusion. If you don't have V13.0 or higher, you can use skylights to get the same look.

[animas3D]

That's Ambiant Occlusion. If you don't have V13.0 or higher, you can use skylights to get the same look.

 

Thanks, Matt. I do have the latest version and am interested in AO (and did a little experimenting with it). I was, however, not aware that AO handled reflections so nicely (the chrome).

 

Regarding the windows, How does AO handle transparency? in this render it looks great, however I seem to recall in Yves' tut, that the clear shield in Buzz Lightyear's helmet rendered solid. Does AO render transparent objects correctly?

 

What about transparent objects with reflections such as windows? Is this doable?

[MattWBradbury]

AO does not penetarte through geometry, so if you have a transparent surface, A:M will render it as if it were completely opaque. A way to get around this is to make any transparent surfaces in another model which does not cast AO. I'm hopping that Yves allows for individual groups to cast AO in a single model, but he's got his hands full as it is.

 

The very bright reflections are not a result of AO. There is a patch with an EXR decal applied to it. This decal has color values much brighter than white so you can get more intense reflections.

[animas3D]

The very bright reflections are not a result of AO. There is a patch with an EXR decal applied to it. This decal has color values much brighter than white so you can get more intense reflections.

Thanks, that is interesting. Would you please explain the steps one would go through to set up an EXR decal with values brighter than white such as you mention. Feel free to move it to a different thread if you think it woulld be hijacking Stian's Peterbilt thread.

[3DArtZ]

Wow! Just fantastic!

 

Mike Fitz

www.3dartz.com

[agep]

Here is a new update. I haven't had to much time to work on it, have been prioritized working on TWO

 

anyway, let me know what you think

 

Best regards

Stian

 

[peter ledger]

Superb!!!

 

Your work is always astounding.

 

Peter

[agep]

Superb!!!

 

Your work is always astounding.

 

Peter

Thank you

[itsjustme]

Fantastic! You are a very scary man, Stian!

[Dhar]

Yeah... it's okaaaaay

 

Stian; it's so perfect it's sterile - (this is actually a compliment of the highest degree). Trucks fresh out of the factory don't even come out this clean

 

How about some Armorall for those tires?

[totlover]

HOLY SMACKEROLI... lol...

 

can i see a wireframe or shaded/wireframe of this.

[agep]

Thank you guys

can i see a wireframe or shaded/wireframe of this.

Sure. here you go:

 

[jirard]

I'm floored!

Very nice work. I thought the ship was great to. I'm amazed with how much detail you got with relatively so few splines. Keep up the great work.

[totlover]

dang.... so you dont have any bump maps eh? you know how to go into detail without so much splines. SUPERB

 

what is the patch count