sofiane1718 Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 (edited) Hello, I think it's time to make a new thread for this one: A little Google traduction: Quote All the good work / school week! We wanted to share with you the good news! We ended up designing a family of Boeing 737-800! We offer you two options for windshield glazing, three options wingtips, two versions of the fairing APU! Source: No, just kidding : https://vk.com/wall-29859496?own=1&w=wall-29859496_1749473 Edited July 2, 2019 by sofiane1718 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guillaume320 Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 Excellent to see this subject revisited by Zvezda!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabre_days Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Excellent news. Also welcome to see that one of the winglet options is the 737 MAX style, but that does beg the question of whether they've also tooled the MAX series engine cowlings to do a proper 737-8 (also no indication of whether the second APU fairing is for a MAX or not). Perhaps a future boxing will cater specifically to the MAX series? I also wonder if they'll be tooling the "Split Scimitar" retrofit winglets that are becoming increasingly common on the "old" 737 NG family... Either way, I'm looking forward to this kit...count me in for at least two: WestJet and Alaska. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 14 hours ago, Sabre_days said: ... I also wonder if they'll be tooling the "Split Scimitar" retrofit winglets that are becoming increasingly common on the "old" 737 NG family... .... Second picture down shows the split scimitar winglets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenH Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 There a quite a few changes for the Max like longer gear legs as well and figure a whole new boxing would be the way to go. Scimitars are taking over in the US with the bigger airlines retrofitting as fast as they can get them plus all there new aircraft 800 and 900's coming with them.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabre_days Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, TrojanThunder said: Second picture down shows the split scimitar winglets. Those are the 737 MAX winglets I was referring to, the split scimitars are significantly less swept and don't angle out nearly as much, they also have a more curved tip. Edited January 4, 2017 by Sabre_days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabre_days Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, DarrenH said: There a quite a few changes for the Max like longer gear legs as well and figure a whole new boxing would be the way to go. Scimitars are taking over in the US with the bigger airlines retrofitting as fast as they can get them plus all there new aircraft 800 and 900's coming with them.. Agreed...I would be surprised if they include all the different items needed for a MAX in the initial release, I just hope the winglets are an indication that one is in the works. Hopefully they'll also consider eventually producing a P-8 Poseidon and perhaps a Wedgetail AEW&C variant... Edited January 4, 2017 by Sabre_days 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 20 hours ago, Sabre_days said: Those are the 737 MAX winglets I was referring to, the split scimitars are significantly less swept and don't angle out nearly as much, they also have a more curved tip. No problems, I am not up on all the different terminology for winglets these days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Esposito Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 (edited) Nice! Cant wait to see this one. Edited February 3, 2017 by Mike Esposito Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sofiane1718 Posted March 1, 2017 Author Share Posted March 1, 2017 Hi! Source: https://vk.com/wall-29859496?own=1&w=wall-29859496_1835576 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 Thanks Sofiane for the update. Also here: https://www.facebook.com/Zvezda.ModelKits/posts/911480818954723 V.P. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sofiane1718 Posted March 1, 2017 Author Share Posted March 1, 2017 Sincerely, I would have hoped for Il-76 sprues pics before the 737, I don't understand how it's not their #1 priority since they first announced it for 2015... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Esposito Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I'm a sucker for the B737! Count me in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlamgat9 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Does the fact it has a separate rear apu housing suggest a P-8 version in the offing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 (edited) Source: https://vk.com/wall-29859496?own=1&w=wall-29859496_1846443 V.P Edited March 10, 2017 by Homebee 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 Interesting but it's a pity there isn't a shot of the wing parts. If it has separate flaps like the A320/321 it won't be going on my shopping list. Incidentally one or two people over on Airliner Cafe have been getting a bit aerated because Zvezda have "incorrectly" plugged a couple of windows on the right side of the fuselage. As a dedicated window decal user that doesn't bother me but it might be an issue for somebody who likes their windows open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Esposito Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 51 minutes ago, Skodadriver said: Interesting but it's a pity there isn't a shot of the wing parts. If it has separate flaps like the A320/321 it won't be going on my shopping list. Incidentally one or two people over on Airliner Cafe have been getting a bit aerated because Zvezda have "incorrectly" plugged a couple of windows on the right side of the fuselage. As a dedicated window decal user that doesn't bother me but it might be an issue for somebody who likes their windows open. Seriously? We all have pin drills ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 2 hours ago, Mike Esposito said: Seriously? We all have pin drills ..... I've never seen a pin drill shaped like a 1/144 window Seriously though, I use decal windows so I couldn't care less but it's surprising that Zvezda made such a basic error. No amount of computer-aided design technology can replace a careful study of the real aircraft. I suppose it's possible the mistake will be corrected before the kit goes into production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Esposito Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 3 hours ago, Skodadriver said: I've never seen a pin drill shaped like a 1/144 window Seriously though, I use decal windows so I couldn't care less but it's surprising that Zvezda made such a basic error. No amount of computer-aided design technology can replace a careful study of the real aircraft. I suppose it's possible the mistake will be corrected before the kit goes into production. Needle file too....Honestly did not think I had to tell you that.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 Mike, I have been building models for more than 50 years and I know full well how to open a window should I need to. I see you're from Chicago. In case you hadn't noticed, this site is called Britmodeller and we often do British humour which frequently involves irony. Yes Mike, I was JOKING. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 1 hour ago, Mike Esposito said: Needle file too....Honestly did not think I had to tell you that.. sorry - duplicate post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 1 hour ago, Mike Esposito said: Needle file too....Honestly did not think I had to tell you that.. sorry - duplicate post again, must have fat fingers on the iPad tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Rhodes Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 Well there's only one set of flap track fairings, so unless there's another set on the wing sprue, I'm guessing it's a basic flaps up wing. Separate rudder is a nice touch and doesn't over complicate. Darren 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted March 10, 2017 Share Posted March 10, 2017 9 hours ago, Skodadriver said: Incidentally one or two people over on Airliner Cafe have been getting a bit aerated because Zvezda have "incorrectly" plugged a couple of windows on the right side of the fuselage. Obviously based on an Aeroflot machine as the widows are correct as far as I can see. The blanked off window between the overwing exits appears to be correct for most operators and the forward cabin windows vary so as far as I can tell all is good. Certainly looking forward to getting one that's for sure. Chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feoffee2 Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 When is this being released? I have boxes of 737-800 decals with no kits. The revell ones are hard to find so looking forward to this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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