Timo Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 While the iconic Boeing 747 is rapidly disappearing from our skies, its still an impressive subject to model. KLM still has a sizeable fleet of 747s which it is currently repainting into its updated livery introduced in 2014. This new KLM scheme is simply an adaptation of its previous livery with a wavy line around the nose and a white underside instead of light grey. This is the Dragon kit. It normally has a high price tag as it come with a visible interior with huge detail. But having got hold of one quite cheaply I opted to fill and paint over all the clear panels to produce a standard 747-400 model. I think it is quite a good representation of the 747-400 and even comes with a set of passenger steps. The kit does have some issues - particularly the tail fin, flap fairings and gear doors - which I've tried to fix. The interior still has to be fitted to ensure the fuselage is rigid enough to support the weight of the wings. With no decals yet on the market for this new scheme, I've had to improvise. The KLM logos are from Draw Decal, 747 detail from Flying Colours with the cheatlines and other logos being home made. KLM blue and Boeing grey paints are from Xtracolour. Thanks for looking Tim 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armchair Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Well done superb model, the KLM livery always looks good. Bryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Really nice job and finish I had to look to see what was different about the scheme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Very nice model. I've not seen a built up Dragon kit before. Thanks for posting Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pin Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Very nice! The kit does have some issues - particularly the tail fin, flap fairings and gear doors - which I've tried to fix.What is the problem with the fin? To me the most visible issue is engine blades The interior still has to be fitted to ensure the fuselage is rigid enough to support the weight of the wings. That is not necessary. I built mine completely hollow http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234977364-1144-dragon-boeing-744-virgin-atlantic/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Aer Lingus Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 That's a beauty well done thanks for sharing Eamonn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 A real stunner and what a beautiful scheme too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimme Shelter Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 A beautifully made model and a real tribute to the Boeing Queens which as you say, are slowly disappearing from our skies. You've really turned out a smashing model here - in particular the add-lib livery Smashing diorama presentation - something you must be justifiably very proud to show off to us Thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timo Posted September 18, 2015 Author Share Posted September 18, 2015 What is the problem with the fin? Hi, thanks for your post. The leading edge of the tail fin on the Dragon kit is just way too thick and I've sanded it to make it much sharper. Regarding fitting the interior as a 'fuselage strengthener', I'd found during a test fit that the fuselage flexed a bit. So I installed the interior structure as a safeguard in case of any flexing once fully assembled - maybe a bit 'over the top'. Thanks again Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1978 Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Wonderful model of the Queen of the skies and the new KLM livery looks great too and adds to the Jumbo's elegance. Well done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Great looking build here. I did not know KLM had changed there livery, but it does make an older aircraft look a little more modern. Cheers, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Nice build and Tim, the new tweaked KLM livery looks good. I have the 747-200 AF1 kit so I will look out for the issues you came across. You also mentioned the gear doors, what was the issue there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timo Posted September 19, 2015 Author Share Posted September 19, 2015 You also mentioned the gear doors, what was the issue there? Hi, thanks for your post. Most of the kit's gear doors are totally wrong (shape and size) - the best option is to scratch build using a Revell kit as a template. Cheers Tim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Brown Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Simply stunning! Rick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Hello,Timo - A magnificent build and display of a magnificent aircraft.You must be very proud of this fantastic '747'.All the best,Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 A fantastic model! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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