Julien Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Republic RF-84F Thunderflash1:48 TanModel Version 2 We first reviewed this excellent new kit from Tan Model here back in January. The plastic in this version is almost identical, however the guys at Tanmodel have listened to feedback and made some changes from the original boxing. A new extensive decal sheet has been printed by Cartograf in Italy with input from Dutch Decal, Daco, Mr. Kim Zimmerman and Mr. Jens Jensen. Given the extensive glazing of the RF-84 Tanmodel has now added a masking set. In addition there have been minor corrections to a few parts and a re-polishing of the moulds. There have been some corrections to the instruction sheets (numbering issues) and owners of the original kit can download the corrected instructions here if needed. The little extra of a mouse mat and poster included in the first boxing are not now included. Decals The new expansive decal sheet is printed by Cartograf and is upto their usual excellent quality. There are 7 options on the new sheet; 53-7571 KA-E No.729 Sqn. Kastrup Airbase Royal Danish A.F. Denmark 1958 FR-27, 42e Smaldeel, Bierset Airbase. Belgian A.F. Belgium 1970 FR-34, 42e Smaldeel, Bierset Airbase. Belgian A.F. Belgium July 1971 Adieu a Toi Petit Dernier with farewell badge. 51-17056, AZ-O No.717 Sqn. Rygge Airbase. Royal Norwegian A.F. Norway 1956 52-7367, 171st Tact. Rec. Sqn. Detroit Airbase. USAF Michigan National Guard US 1968 53-7566, 33-TJ ER 3/33 Moselle. Cognac Airbase. Armee de lAir France 1956 7450, 1. Havaussu 114. Taktik Jet Kesif Filosu, Eskisehir, Turk Hava Kuvvetleri Turkey 1956-1972 arasi Conclusion The original kit from Tanmodel was eagerly waited and we were not disappointed. This new tweaked boxing has improved the original and shown a model company willing to listen which we can all approve of. The inclusion of masks for the glazing is a great touch. Highly recommended.Review sample courtesy of Distributed in the UK by 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 Fantastic for a company not just to listen what modellers say, but act upon it also. Kudos to Tanmodel... And now the Thunderflash goes straight to the top of my Christmas List !! Ian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jens Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 It's a great kit.Although not included in the painting instructions it is possible to finish KA-E in the camoflage scheme of dark green, dark grey and PRU blue with the same markings (except tail flash and stencils). Jens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted July 30, 2016 Author Share Posted July 30, 2016 It's a great kit. Although not included in the painting instructions it is possible to finish KA-E in the camoflage scheme of dark green, dark grey and PRU blue with the same markings (except tail flash and stencils). Jens Good to know. Thanks Julien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 very nice.. and thanks for the review! just had to order one.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jens Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 This is KA-E as presented in the kit: It was later finished in the camoflage scheme, although I believe it had PRU blue lower surfaces as opposed to the light grey lower surfaces seen on KA-C here. Note that KA-C had an in-flight refuelling probe fitted. Jens 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted August 13, 2016 Author Share Posted August 13, 2016 Always good to have pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vingtor Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Good to see that the Danish decals are fine. Unfortunately the Norwegian roundels are not according to the specification, nor the markings painted on the aircraft. Nils Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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