This is the Revell 1/72 Airbus A400M. I have enjoyed this one, it’s been a fill in, in between commission projects, so has taken 12 months on and off to complete. It’s now done and I’m grateful to have some bench space back.
I can’t speak highly enough of this kit. It’s really nicely detailed, with full interior, all the fans and ducting for the engines are there too, and I had no fit issues.
I’ve used Gunze acrylic paints, which as always went down well, metal colours are Alclad. The propellers were the most daunting, as I’ve painted the yellow, black, silver and dark grey, and then applied all the decals. There is about 10 hours work in the propellers alone. I also masked and painted all of the walkways and stencilling on top of the aircraft. The decals are homemade. I saw a photo of ‘City of Bristol’ and had to do that scheme.
I’m fairly pleased with it. It’s a huge model to store, but certainly draws attention to itself in the cabinet. I’m very pleased Kinetic have announced a 1/72 C-17 which I’m sure one day will look fantastic next to the A400M- watch this space!
Regards,
Alan