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Hi, Another recently arrived model to my workbench: HMS Daring Type 45 Destroyer from Cyber-hobby (1/700 scale) I already started to paint some parts of this model and I'm using the following WEM Colourcoats references: WEMCC M16 - Modern Royal Navy Deck Grey, Light WEMCC M01 - Modern Royal Navy Light Weatherwork Grey It's the same WEM references I used on my Type 23 Duke Frigate resin model I bought to WEM a few years ago. This time by the photos I've seen it seems the deck grey of the Type 45 Daring destroyers is a little bit darker than the deck grey of the Type 23 Duke Frigates. Am I using the correct WEM colour reference to paint to decks of my Type 45 Daring Destroyer? Thanks. Regards, Ayala Botto Facebook: "Ayala Botto Model Trains" http://www.facebook....100140160133220

Well, this is new to me (maybe it was there for a long time), there is a photoetch set for Airfix Daring Class destroyer on Hobby Easy page. But with a price tag of 45€ it is not cheap. http://www.hobbyeasy.com/en/data/uasfkplovszfgnhdkgkc.html?t=1419505987

Type 45 Daring Class Destroyer (Royal Navy), pcs by j22mdr

Here's my Airfix Type 45 destroyer as HMS Dragon. This is my first modern warship (surface vessel) for at least 15 years or may be more. I used the WEM PE-set for it, repositioned the anchor according to information found here on britmodeller and put some crew members (L'arsenal resin) on board. This is all so tiny (I am more into 1/48 and 1/72 aircraft usally) But it was fun and I might do some more ships so I would appreciate any constructive comments, hints, tipps or anything you might consider worth pointing out - in order to improve the next model. I have to add that this one is a 'what if' and the bulk of the images is to be found in that section. I do not really know why but I 'had' to build it this way and in consequence had to invent a little story to go with it. Hope you don't mind finding this one in two categories. Ingo The Grey does not have this greenish tint to it - must be my lighting for the photograph.

Hi, I left my usual field of aircraft modelling to build Airfix' Type 45 in 1/350. Not being familiar with RN ship colors I have a question or two about modern RN colors. First: I have here the suggested (Airfix) Humbrol 127 (hull, superstructures) and Tamiya's spray can TS-81, strangely called "Royal Light Grey" - don't know if they mean Royal Navy or Royal Air Force or whatever. Anyway it is a lot different from 127; a much 'warmer' grey more on the yellow side compared to 127. A bit like Light Aircraft Grey. Does anyone know if this is a suitable color for the Type45 vessels? Or is 127 the better choice? Or even none of them? Next: Same for the dark grey deck color - Humbrol 27, says Airfix. I'd be gratefull for any hints wether the spray can or the Humbrol colors can be used on the model or if they are all completely out of shade and I should go for something else - WEM colors for example (and if, what paints from that color range?) regards Ingo

Been off but not out - here's my take on Airfix's pretty good kit of the Type 45. Used WEM PE set (very good value), Veteran Models CIWS and Harpoon launchers plus all the usual tweaks! Finished in WEM Light Weatherwork Grey and Modern Royal Navy Deck Grey (which is slightly green to my eye, but hey!) All pics courtesy of Farnborough IPMS website (Dr Flangemeister!) Really nice kit, nice decals, and this came out nicer than I expected. The only glaring miss for me was the four spines on the top of the SAMPSON dome. I also didn't reposition the starboard anchor which didn't particularly bother me. This has now been donated to a Royal Navy officer for eventual display in the ship's wardroom once the base has been tidied up! Something I'm quite proud of! Al

Hi everyone, As the weather is cold and snowy outside, I have decided to make a start on my newly arrived Type 45 destroyer gift set from Airfix. Pictures will follow as the progress continues but so far I have completed stage 1 of this project by drilling the holes for the optional fit Harpoon missile launchers, refuelling probe and Phalanx guns which I will be installing.... I have added a poll to this thread to help me decide which ship to decal this as when the kit is closer to completion, so if everyone could pick an option, I would appreciate it.

Airfix Launch Type 45 Destroyer on Royal Navy's HMS Dauntless 13 December 2012. Airfix, the UK's number one model kit brand, (owned by Hornby Hobbies Ltd) are this week releasing their new Royal Navy Type 45 HMS Daring model. The famous model kit brand has worked with the Royal Navy to design their new product, and will be launching it this week on board the sister ship, and one of the six in the class; HMS Dauntless whilst she's in Portsmouth. The Type 45 destroyers represent a significant increase in the air defence capability of the Royal Navy. All six magnificent warships will be in operation in 2013 and bring "stealth" technology to the Royal Navy. Image 1: Airfix's Ryan Maxwell presents their Type 45 destroyer to Commander Adrian Fryer, HMS Dauntless' Commanding Officer HMS Daring is the first of the Navy's six £1bn Type 45 destroyers and she was the first of class to deploy. In preparation, she conducted work-ups with an American Carrier battle Group back in 2010 and gone through a series of upgrade programmes to ensure she meets the high standards required for deploying RN units. Daring is designed to create a defensive shield around a task force - and troops ashore - protecting them from air attack. Image 2: (A50132) Airfix HMS Daring. RRP £59.99 Darrell Burge, Marketing Manager for Airfix said; "Working alongside the Royal Navy is always a great pleasure, and here with their co-operation we have created a fantastic model that will be desired by our many Airfix fans, and indeed those who are interested in anything the modern Royal Navy has in its fleet. Not only have we had the opportunity to develop a super accurate model, we've also worked closely with them to produce a superb booklet detailing the crew's duties whilst onboard." Commander Adrian Fryer, HMS Dauntless' Commanding Officer, said: "It's really nice to have been given one of these models for Dauntless. Hopefully the models will help spread the word about the capability of our Type 45 destroyers. As a kid I used to enjoy my Airfix models so this is great. I'm looking forward to when my son grows up and can make things like this himself." The new Airfix product is available to retailers this week, launching in stores next weekend (15/16th December). Airfix set will retail at £59.99, ages 8+ and includes 203 pieces, paints, glue and brushes. www.airfix.com.