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  1. Here are some photos of a build of a BF109E I bought a little while ago. I've followed some astounding builds on this "work in progress site" which I can't compete with (especially the Skyraider!!) but I hoped that some of you might be interested in a less expert build. I've included some fabric seatbelts and have done some pipework and cables with lead wire I got on line but it is essentially out of the box. Thanks for watching and I'll post the finished article soon.
  2. M-1083 FMTV with Armoured Cab Trumpeter 1:35 History The FMTV, (Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles), series of vehicles are derived from the Austrian Steyr 12M18 and built by Oshkosh Corporation having taken over production from BAE Systems in 2011. The Medium Tactical Vehicle (MTV) has a 5-ton capacity (cargo and long-wheelbase cargo with and without material handling equipment, tractor, van, wrecker, and dump truck models). Three truck variants and two companion trailers, with the same cube and payload capacity as their prime movers, provide air drop capability. M1083s have been deployed to Iraq with armoured cabs with roof gun mounts with shields, similar to those fitted on High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV) and M113s. he cab-over FMTV replaces the 2.5 ton and 5 ton M35 and M939 series of trucks and performs local and line haul, unit mobility, unit resupply, and other missions in combat, combat support and combat service support units. It is rapidly deployable worldwide and operates on primary and secondary roads, trails, and cross-country terrain, in all climatic conditions. Commonality of parts across truck chassis variants significantly reduces the logistics burden and operating and support costs. New vehicle applications are being developed to meet new requirements. The Model The kit is contained in the standard sturdy top opening box, with an artists impression of the vehicle in an encampment somewhere in the sandbox on the front. Inside are twelve sprues of light grey styrene a separate cab, one of clear styrene, a small fret of etched brass, and seven vinyl tyres. Construction begins with the chassis with the main longitudinal rails joined together with the various cross members, intermediate gearbox and the underside of the engine/gearbox. To the rear the hose accessory fittings for a trailer are fitted to the last crossbeam. There are a number of attachment points fixed to the outside of the rails for use later on in the build. The rear carriage spring suspension and associated shock absorbers are fitted, followed strangely by the rear mudguard assemblies, consisting of the guards, attachment beam and the light clusters. Also fitted at this point is the exhaust system which comes in two lengths of pipe and two halves of the silencer. The three axles are now assembled, each with their fittings, differentials and the ball joints for the steering mechanism at the front, connected by the track rod. The front carriage springs are assembled and fitted to the chassis, followed by the axles into their respective positions with the rears connected by separate driveshafts. Next up is a series of sub-assemblies that make up the external details of the truck. These include the fuel tank, hydraulic reservoir, the triple air bottle container, plus the bottles themselves, fuel filter and storage box. These are then fitted in position on either side of the chassis. Each wheel is made up of a four piece outer hub, which also includes a poly cap, the vinyl tyre, and the inner hub. With the six main wheels assembled they can be attached to their respective axles. Before the next stage can be started there is a three piece hand winch to be assembled and fitted to the right hand side, just aft of the fuel tank. Work now begins on building the body work, beginning with the fitting of the various support beams to the chassis. The front beam is larger than the others and incorporates the mudguards for the front wheels. The truck bed itself is assembled from the bed, side, front and rear panels. The underside of the bed is fitted out with strengthening beams on the underside, tilt hooks on the sides and to the rear a folding access ladder. On the inside of the bed sides the troop seats are assembled and affixed into place. These seats each consist of two styrene parts and an etched part. They can be posed folded up out of the way or down for use. Work on the cab begins with the attachment of the support structures, foot plates and wheel arches to the underside of the cab floor. Turning the floor over, the front console and instrument binnacle are glued together then attached to the front for the cab floor, along with the instrument cluster and switch box, (decals are provided for the instruments), followed by the steering column and foot pedals. The cab has three seats fitted, each made up of a base, squab, back rest and side supports. With the seats in place, the fire extinguisher is fitted, along with two storage boxes. Finally the steering wheel and column shift gear lever are attached to the steering column. The single piece armoured cab is fitted out with clear parts for the windows, identification panels on the sides and rear along with their associated PE handles. The doors are next, each fitted with internal and external handles and three piece wing mirror assemblies. The completed doors can be posed either open or closed. The kit comes with three PE windscreen wipers which are very fine and liable to bend to care will need to be taken removing from the fret and attaching to the windscreen. The large air filter is now assembled from two halves, onto which the intake ends are attached, followed by the two support brackets. The cab interior is now fitted into the cab shell, after which the 50 cal mount is assembled from the scarf ring, mount, armour plate, machine gun and ammunition basket. This is then fitted into position on top of the cab. Nearing completion the modeller needs to add the truck bed, and air intake sub assemblies. Before the cab can be attached there is the spare wheel support bracketry to be assembled and attached, plus the assembly of the air conditioning units, which fits onto the back of a separate plate fitted behind the cab. The completed cab can now also be attached to the chassis ending the build. Decals The small decal sheet has decals for the instrument cluster and switch panel along with various placards for around the truck. There are no unit markings, but from the photographs I’ve seen they very rarely have them. Conclusion Trucks like this don’t get the recognition that the heavy armour gets but without them the modern army would be unable to operate, so it’s good to see kits being produced. The detail is excellent and the build doesn’t look too awkward, so would be good for all but the newest beginner. The fact that the tilt is missing, even though it’s shown on the boxart is the biggest downer which hopefully Trumpeter will rectify in an update set or an aftermarket company will come to the rescue. All in all though a nice kit. Highly recommended Review sample courtesy of
  3. Ok, here is my entry for this GB; A Trumpy 1/72 Challenger 1 Main battle Tank - bought for the princely sum of £5.99 in a wonderland sale just before xmas! Apologies for the photos - was using my phone at the time (new camera has now arrived but did not want to redo shots). Ugly box cover - no idea what they were thinking on this... Really sharp kit parts, not sure how accurate; I am more about the fun than the rivets! Tally ho....err....soon... Pete
  4. After its original 1/32nd A1H Skyraider "Korean War" boxing (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234919671-132nd-douglas-a-1h-skyraider-by-trumpeter-sneak-preview-released/?hl=skyraider ), Trumpeter is to re-release this kit as Douglas A1H/AD-6 Skyraider "Vietnam War" - ref.02253. Release expected in December 2013. Source: http://www.trumpeter-china.com/a/en/product/fly/1_35_Series/2013/0930/2506.html V.P.
  5. I'm new here at britmodeller and thought that sharing my build here would be a good idea to present myself. My plan is to build a Lybian MIG-23ML using the MF version from trumpeter. To dress it up I have some AM from Eduard and the Aires ML cockpit and master pitot tube. The decals are from Blackbird decals and the individual will be 7202. Hope you like it and feel free to comment to make me feel welcome . Here is some pictures of what I have and what I’m aiming for. And a picture of the real thing: http://www.airliners.net/photo/Libya---Air/Mikoyan-Gurevich-MiG-23ML/1167950/L/&sid=ca905be3598b0a7755b7304bed243f34 Cheers Jakob
  6. Ok so here is my Trumpeter BF109F - a model I have been looking at but shying away from making for 12 months! I finally plucked up the courage to do it in a mottled scheme and indeed it is the first time I have done the mottling thing so its far from perfect so please go easy on me! It took me 5 goes to get it to a stage where I was reasonably happy with it. So i build it OOB with no extras and I used Mr Color paints which are my new favourite and ProModeller washes. The kit itself was a real joy to build and I will certainly do more from Trumpeter. The scheme I chose is unusual I think and I did get some advice from BM - whether the mottling is correct for the wings is open to debate but I didn't get 'hung up' on this as I wanted to practice my mottling. Having looked at the photo's I realise there are a couple of small jobs to finish on it but otherwise it is one of my most enjoyable builds this year Chris
  7. Next Trumpeter 1/32nd Awfulschmitt will be a Messerschmitt Bf.109G-10 - ref 02298. For those who don't like the Revell kit (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234949033-revell-bf-109g-10-erla-release-next-year-132/?hl=messerschmitt#entry1459801) ... Box art. Release expected late April 2014. Source: http://www.trumpeter-china.com/a/en/news/20140219/2582.html V.P.
  8. The U.K's Main Battle Tank: Challenger 2 From service in 2003 (Operation Telic) An Operation in Iraq which featured a host of Challenger 2 Tanks and there Added armour and skirting. I mixed up my interpretation of British Desert Yellow using Revell aqua :16 sandy yellow + Matt white and brown. I picked up the Trumpeter version relatively cheaply and after reading other peoples opinions and reviews of this kit i have to say i did not find the kit bad at all. With some added details, mainly stowage and tarp, i think this is a good example of a reasonable kit, of course for the full monty Tamiya's version plus all the after market parts will make a very accurate and show stopping example...but with that comes a hefty price tag of £60-£90. And i intend to make one at some stage... till then i have this to stare at I put this version together for £15 plus bits from my spares box. Sam
  9. Next Trumpeter's 1/48th Finback boxing is a Shenyang J-8IIF "Finback-B" - ref.02847. Release in February 2014. Box art, source: http://old1.trumpeter-china.com/a/en/news/20131210/2558.html V.P.
  10. Russian T-90 MBT with Cast Turret 1:35 Detail Set, ET Models Trumpeter has released a number of different versions of their T-90 but this new set from ET Models is for theT-90 with cast turret. The set comes packaged in their standard poly sleeve with card header, with six of the large sheets of relief etched brass taped to individual black card, and with the smaller sheets held within smaller zip lock bags. This set also includes six replacement resin smoke discharger tubes, resin aerial base and a length of copper wire. As is usual with these types of add-ons the kit needs to be modified to accept the brass replacements. This means the removal of all the straps, handles, catches, and other moulded fittings, and is best done before the build proper is started. With the kit parts prepped, it’s on with the fiddly task of assembling the numerous straps and buckles, of which there are nine different types. With the straps done it’s on the main hull and the fitting of the various angle beams, glacis plate upright, mounting plates, mudguard fixings, hinges, for which the modeller is required to provide 0.3mm rod. The two fuel drums attached to the rear are provided with new supports and straps, along with other items attached to the rear of the vehicle. Each engine deck grille has a new mesh cover fitted and there are loads of smaller items such as hooks, hinged panels right down to the wingnut fasteners for the headlamp housings. The turret is fitted out with new catches for the external lockers, new supports and spare machine gun ammunition cases, new surrounds and shields for the various sensors and sights. The machine gun also receives new sights, whilst the main gun barrel is fitted with new ultra detailed straps and strengthening rods. The resin aerial base is fitted on top of several fixing rings and each of the kit smoke launchers are replaced by the more typical resin units provided in this set. Conclusion The Trumpeter T-90 is already a really nice kit and these enhancements will really truly be the icing on the cake. Be prepared for some fine bending and fiddly fitting, as a lot of the parts in the set are very small. You will need some sort of ocular enhancement and a pair of very fine tweezers or a suitable picking up tool. Highly recommend. Review Sample courtesy of
  11. Messerschmitt Me 109E-7detail Sets for Trumpeter Eduard 1:32 Whilst the Trumpeter Messerschmitt Me109E-7 appears to be a very nice kit, it does have its problems. Unfortunately many of the problems with the possible shape issues are not that easy to rectify. If you’re not too worried about the issues, but would like to add some extra detail to the kit, then Eduard have released these two sets just for you. Interior Set (32752) The two sheets contained in the standard poly sleeve with protective card inserts provide parts for the cockpit. The small self adhesive sheet is also pre-painted and contains multiple parts for the instrument panel, including the upper and lower panels with the instrument painted onto a backing sheet and will only need some Aqua gloss or similar to represent the instrument glass. The panel is then populated with additional levers, switch boxes and T handles. The other coloured parts are for the control box facings one the side panels and a complete set of seat belts with separate buckles and clasps. The second sheet is not painted or self adhesive, but contains many useful items to super detail the rest of the cockpit. The side walls are completely replaced with brass sheet and given depth with the addition of further control boxes, trim wheels, linkages, levers, brackets, and perforated oxygen regulator case. The rest of the cockpit is given replacement joystick surround, seat raising ratchet, foot rests, rudder pedals, and rear bulkhead plates. The gunsight is given a new glass support bracket in addition to acetate parts for the glass items. Finally the canopy is fitted out with new armoured headrest details and support arms, canopy latch and the retaining wire for the open canopy. External Detail Set (32 322) This single sheet set is naturally for the external details and the larger than average sheet provides plenty of parts to enhance the kit. Starting at the front, the engine receives new ignition harness parts, lifting straps, cowling locks and an additional plate to the engine bearers. The oil tank is fitted with a new filler cap and the air intake is fitted with a new grille. Each radiator is detailed with new front and rear facings, splitter plates and cooling flaps. The undercarriage bay fittings include new internal walls and roof parts. The main doors receive new internal a facing sheet, whilst the undercarriage oleos have new brake lines, scissor links and wheel brake fitting, making them really look the part. Also included are a new support bracket for the external rear view mirror, which is also replaced, drop tank fixing strap and bomb fin link arms. Conclusion Not having this kit it does make it a little awkward to review as you can’t compare the parts and see how much extra is given by the use of this set. That said Eduard rarely disappoints with their sets and this looks to be pretty comprehensive and should make quite a difference to the completed model. Recommended Review sample courtesy of
  12. Douglas A-1H Skyraider Trumpeter 1/32 The Model Trumpeter follow up their A-1D early version of the Skyraider, they have now released the A-1 as used in the Vietnam War. Having reviewed the A-1D on BM HERE it would be churlish to repeat the history of the design but feel it may be helpful to include the build. The kit comes in quite a large box with an artists representation of the aircraft in flight over a target in Vietnam, duelling with a North Vietnamese Mig. As with the previous release on opening the box it is stuffed full with eighteen sprues of medium grey styrene, one sprue of clear styrene, rubber tyres, a small sheet of etched brass, and two quite large sheets of decals, one for the aircraft and one for the weaponry. Both kits have exactly the same sprues and parts, with only the main aircraft decal sheet changed. All the parts appear very well moulded with no sign of flash and not too many moulding pips. Surface detail is a mixture of engraved and raised lines where appropriate such as strengthening straps and rivets. The instructions, on twenty four pages of landscape A4 are very clear and easy to follow. Since there have already been aftermarket releases for the A-1D its natural to assume that there will be quite a few for this kit. Since there is very little difference between the kits, the modeller could use the same sets for both aircraft. Construction starts with the engine build. The front and rear banks of cylinders are in two halves, each bank is then attached to each other and the push rods are fitted, as is the rear engine mounting plate. The crankcase is then built up with the addition of the magnetos and other ancillary parts before fitting to the front of the engine. The air intake manifold is the assembled and fitted to the rear of the engine followed by the complex arrangement of exhaust pipes which look quite fun to assemble and fit to each cylinder. The planetary gear case with the oil tank and sump moulded integrally is fitted with the two part battery and attached to the rear of the engine as are the very sturdy looking engine mounts. With the engine complete, the cockpit is then assembled. To the basic cockpit floor, with the side console shapes pre-moulded, the console inners and tops are added, along with the seat, joystick, rudder pedals and instrument panel. The panel consists of a backing plate and clear front portion, onto the back of which the instrument decal is positioned. The instrument faces then need to be masked off before painting. When the masking is removed if should give the effect that the dials are behind glass. With the panel in place the rear bulkhead, having had the headrest attached can be fitted to the floor. Etched belts are provided for the lap and over-shoulder positions. To the completed cockpit assembly the main fuselage bulkheads fore and aft are attached. The foreward bulkhead also has the main engine oil tank, oil pump and fire bottle fixed to the front face, whilst the rear bulkhead has the fuselage fuel tank fitted to the rear face. The engine assembly is then attached to the front bulkhead and the whole assembly fitted to one side of the fuselage. The tailwheel bay is made up of the roof, sides and small front bulkhead to which the fuselage tail bulkhead is attached. The tailwheel itself is made up of the oleo, three part wheel support structure and the three part wheel including the rubber tyre. The tailwheel is then fitted into the well and the whole assembly fitted to its position in the fuselage. There are six further bulkheads fitted within the fuselage two of which are attached to the separate lower air brake well. With everything fitted into one half of the fuselage, the other half can be attached closing the fuselage up. The newer style aerials and domes on top of the fuselage for this version can now be fitted. With the fuselage closed up work still continues on the nose area. Firstly the two intakes are attached above and below the nose, aft of the engine; the lower intake is fitted with a PE grille. The two side panels aft of the engine are moulded in clear styrene, presumably so that the internal can be seen if one or both panels are left unpainted. The four nose strakes are attached to their respective positions, two per side whilst the cowling mounting ring is fitted over the engine and attached to the fuselage. In the cockpit the two canopy rails are fitted, whilst behind the cockpit two air scopes are attached. The engine cowling has the option of being posed open or closed as do the front and rear cowl flaps. If posed closed there is a very nicely moulded single piece outer cowl, into which parts representing the internal structure and front cowl flaps are fitted. Whilst this is a nice feature, it would be a shame to hide all the great engine detail. For the open cowling there is a separate nose structure into which the front cooling flaps are fitted, the support beam, two hinged panels and their gas struts. Moving back to the cockpit opening the coaming is fitted with a switch box and glued into place. There is a panel fitted behind the headrest and fitted with a support posts. The canopy slide rail is then fitted along with a blade aerial and the windscreen. The single piece canopy, moulded in clear styrene is a very complicated moulding and due to this does suffering from a mould seam which will need some careful sanding and polishing with something like the micromesh system before sealing in Kleer or Alclad aqua gloss before fitting to the fuselage. With the fuselage now complete work moves to the tail with the assembly of the horizontal tailplanes, elevators and rudder, each of which is in two halves. For the elevators to be posed drooped two small tags need to be removed first. The lower wing centre section is then fitted out with the main undercarriage bays box structures with cross bracing between the inboard and outboard sides. The inner wing cannon ammunition boxes are also fitted, as are the fold join ribs. The inner cannon are made up of the breech, with ammunition belt feed and ejector detail and a three part barrel and barrel bracket. The cannon are then attached to the inner wing between the inner and outer fold join ribs. If the wing is to be modelled unfolded then the three piece barrel can be replaced by a single, less detailed one. With the cannon fitted the upper wing parts can be attached. Turning the wing over, the flaps are assembled and attached to the wings by four actuators the choice of parts will depend on whether the flaps are to be modelled up or down. At this point the instructions call for the main undercarriage to be fitted, but it may be prudent to leave this until after the inner wing section is attached to the fuselage to prevent any breakages. As it is, the main undercarriage is each made up of the main oleo, retraction frame, gas strut, and front bay door. The wheels consist of the inner hub with separate brake piston detail, internal axle mount, a choice of spoked or solid outer hub and the rubber tyre. Once fitted to the wing the inner and outer bay doors can be attached. With the inner wing attached to the fuselage the side air brakes are fitted, again with the option of posing them open or closed. If closed then the internal panel and retraction jack can be omitted. The same goes for the underside air brake, just forward of which, on both sides a footstep is fitted. Right aft the two piece arrestor hook is attached, presumably in either retracted or extended position, but its not clear just going by the instructions. The propeller is then constructed out of a two part boss and four individual propeller blades. The completed propeller can be fitted once painting and decaling has been finished. The outer wings are now assembled with the wing cannon constructed in the same way as the inner wings guns and fitted into the gun bays built using the front, rear and side bulkheads with the ammunition boxes outboard of the guns. The wing lights, just inboard of the tip is fitted along with the wing join rib which has had the fold mechanisms attached, the type used will depend on whether the model is to be built with wings spread or folded. With the internal parts fitted the upper wing panels are attached, followed by the clear light covers and the ailerons. If the wings are spread then the outer cannon and ammunition bays can be shown with their access panels open. The completed assemblies can then be attached to the inner wings. Again, these can be left off until after painting and decaling, particularly if the wings are to be folded. Final attachments to the wings and fuselage are the various pylons. Alternative pylons are provided for the inner wing, dependent on whether the 2000lb bombs are to be mounted. Each pylon is detailed with separate crutch plates which is an item normally missed on kits, even in this scale. The kit has plenty of weaponry provided, including:- Four M64 500lb bombs Eight Mk82 500lb bombs Two M66 2000lb bombs Eight Mk81 250lb bombs Two M-117 750lb bombs Eight M-57 250lb bombs Four LAU-3 rocket pods Four SUU-14A/A cluster bomb units Sixteen 5 rockets Two wing drop tanks One centreline drop tank Two toilet bombs, (Although it appears from research that only one was used and not by an aircraft of the units given on the kits decal sheet. At least in this release the majority of weapons can be used to give a fearsome loadout. Although research should still be carried out to fit the appropriate weapons for the aircraft you wish to depict. Etch Of all the parts on the small sheet of etched brass only five are actually used, the two lap straps, two shoulder straps and the intake grille. Although quite a thick sheet, it appears to be malleable enough to use without the need to anneal beforehand. Decals The two large decal sheets, one for the aircraft and one for the weaponry are both very nicely printed, in good register and opacity. They are quite glossy and thin, but some of the backing sheet is quite noticeable, although with a good gloss coat beforehand they should bed down well without silvering. Two aircraft schemes are provided, these are for:- US Navy, VA-176, A-1H 412/AK, BuNo135326 US Air Force, 22nd Special Operations Squadron, 56th Special Operations Wing, A-1H, 628/TS BuNo137628 The weapon sheet provides the yellow live weapon rings and placards for the M-64, M-66, Mk-82 and M-117 bombs, even though the latter two are not relevant for this era. The rest of the sheet covers the placards for each of the pylons. Conclusion Its great to see Trumpeter release the A-1H which gives the modeller the opportunity to do the aircraft in the schemes its probably most renowned for wearing and the conflict its most associated with. The detail is great and should cater for all but the most fastidious of modellers, who can add detail to their hearts content as the basics are definitely here. As with the earlier version its not as complex as the ZM releases, but should and indeed does build into an impressively detailed and large model. Highly recommended For reference we have walkround photos HERE Review sample courtesy of
  13. Trumpeter Russian T-90 MBT - Cast Turret . this looks good http://www.filscalemodels.ph/posters/t90trump.JPG
  14. One of best looking battleships,lucky for us the Italian Navy did not use then to their full advantage,the usual Wooden deck and Photo etching from flyhawk I had to use the P.E. for the Roma as there is no p.E. for Vittorio opps ,there are a few difference between the two ships.I picked Vittorio because didn't want to the do stripes on the bow and just after she was commission she had no stripes.Then I found out that Roma was the same after getting the superb book ."The Littorio Class" by Erminio Bagnasco and Augusto de Toro.This book is a must have Anyway after checking the difference it was too late to change .Will not be doing that again, the cross checking and double checking has made it a much longer build than l planned.This is a nice kit and shows of the good looks of this class
  15. This is my first ship model, It's Trumpeter's 1/200th Scale USS Arizona depicted around the time of her demise December 1941. The model has the excellent MKI PE and Wooden Deck set, She is painted with WEM Enamels (which takes me back!) Hope you like her, the build thread is here :- http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234932941-1200-arizona-actually-done/ Here are the pictures. Thanks for looking and all your support during the build. Nick
  16. Hi, I'm looking for help obtaining a scan or webpage address that has assembly instructions for the Trumpeter 1/35 00378 Geschutzwagen Tiger for 17cm K72 kit. I won one on eBay that was being sold minus instructions. Usually the Hobby Search website would save the day, but not this time. http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10062489 Only a couple of pages with no assembly instructions. I'm having trouble getting help via the Trumpeter website but will persevere. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
  17. Trumpeter's 1/48 Flogger family enlargement. After the MiG-23M "Flogger-B" http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234916557-148th-mig-23mmf-flogger-b-by-trumpeter-released/?hl=flogger To be released in January 2014 is the MiG-23ML "Flogger-G" - ref.2855 Source: http://www.cybermodeler.com/news/trumpeter.shtml Source: http://www.trumpeter-china.com/a/en/news/20130910/2502.html V.P.
  18. I would like to share my current project here, it's a pair of 1/32 Trumpeter Skyhawks one A-4F to be converted into an A-4Q and one A-4M to be converted into an A-4AR A-4Q A-4AR Is quite a challenging task, specially the A-4Q which needs a new smaller nose, smaller intakes among other things. In this image you can see the different noses and intakes in the E/F and A/B(Q) Skyhawk versions. I started improving the cockpit with a homemade punch and die tool and some wire. Then I started to work on the nose, used a block of balsa wood trimmed to the basic shape Once I was satisfied with the basic shape, the balsa was then covered with putty and smoothed out. An intermediate copy was made in resin to give the final shape and scribe the panel lines. I found much easier to use small strips of tape to check the shape, if something needs to be sanded out it's marked, sanded an re-checked, this is where the resin is great, it's soft enough to be sanded but is not as softer as balsa wook. Finally the panels are marked with a pencil, now I have to copare what I did with some reference. Cheers!
  19. After the F.1 variant (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234919852-148th-supermarine-attacker-f1-by-trumpeter-released-review-links/?hl=attacker), Trumpeter is to release a 1/48th Supermarine Attacker FB.2 kit - ref.2867. Release is expected in February 2014. Sources: http://old1.trumpeter-china.com/a/en/news/20131112/2540.html http://www.cybermodeler.com/news/trumpeter.shtml V.P.
  20. Douglas A-1D Skyraider 1:32 Etched sets The Trumpeter 1:32 A-1D Skyraider, even with the odd issue, is a really nice kit, with plenty of detail straight out of the box. Obviously this is not enough for the crew at Eduard, where more is definitely more in their eyes. To this end they have released three etched sets for the big SPAD, well four if you include the cut down Zoom set. They provide details for the Interior, exterior and engine. They are up to the usual standard we have come to expect from the company, but they still really need to sort out the clarity of the instructions. All the sets come in the poly sleeve style packaging. Some of the kit detail needs to be removed before being replaced by the etched parts. Additionally you are instructed to add depth to the strengthening ribs in some of the panels by rolling a ball point pen back and forth until the rib is correctly formed. A-1D Exterior Set – 32330, comprises of two sheets of etched brass and contains new panels for the rudder and vertical tail, a panel for the tail wheel oleo structure, additional details for the exposed wing fold areas and end plates for the flaps, which is exposed by the folding of the wings. Along the upper wing fold line there is a new strengthening plate and angle plate fitted, whilst there are replacement details for the outboard cannon including the mounting structure and spent cartridge chute. The most work takes place within the main undercarriage bays. The bay doors receive new hinges and bead seal, in the bay, new side walls are added and, after what looks like a very interesting series of folds the wing structure visible on the bay roof is fitted. The oleos and retraction struts also receive replacement details, such as link arms, hinge link, and end seal for the jack along with new brake pistons. Moving to the airbrakes, each internal panel is replaced with a new, and quite large, etched panel. The gun bay access panels are fitted with new piano hinges and right aft there is a new arrestor hook fairing and inspection panel. There are also new items for the weapons, including arming vanes for the bomb noses and more complex ones for the tails, inspection panels for the drop tanks, bomb hangers and pylon cover plates for the main inboard pylons. A-1D Engine – 32349. Naturally, as the title purports, this single sheet set is for the engine, but also covers parts for the cowling panels. While the set doesn’t appear too complex, it will require a lot of patience and a steady hand, as there is a lot of rolling to be carried out, particularly on the wiring harnesses, cylinder head covers and cowling attachment rings, which make up the majority of the parts. There is also a large ring that fits at the rear of the cowling nose panel, new hinges for the side panels and, rather interestingly, a work platform which hangs from the side of the aircraft, allowing a maintainer to access the top of the engine in some comfort. This is a neat addition, especially for those modellers wishing to use the model in a diorama. A-1D Interior – 32789. The parts are contained on two etched sheets, which whilst quite small, appear to contain a lot of addition detail for the cockpit. One sheet is not only pre-painted, but also self adhesive saving a lot of hassle gluing them in place. The smaller of the two is plain etched brass. The set provides a comprehensive rebuild of the cockpit which will need to have most of the kit detail removed first. The main parts are the instrument panel with additional backing plate with the instrument dials painted on, each of the different facets that make up the side consoles tops and sides, additional circuit breaker panels and the like for around the cockpit, rudder pedals and what looks like a map table projecting off the instrument panel. Most, if not all of the knobs, levers and other paraphernalia are also included, some on the pre-painted sheet, the others on the standard sheet. The joystick is provided with an extension to bring it to the correct height, which will need to be careful folded to ensure a good fit. There are also grab handles and locking handle for inside the canopy. Both the coaming and rear decking receive a host of additional details, including brackets, instruments and a birds nest of wires. Unusually, the seat belts are included in this set rather than being available separately and include all the buckles and fittings required to make up a very realistic set-up. Finally there a couple of data plates that are wrapped around each of the main wheel oleos. A-1D Interior Zoom Set – 33127. This is the much simplified set for those modeller who don’t want to add too much to their model, but just add that little extra detail to enhance the completed model. The set includes just one sheet which contains all the parts that are on the pre-painted, self adhesive sheet mentioned above. Conclusion These are all very nice and useful sets to really enhance the big Skyraider, particularly in the main wheel bays and the cockpit. The quality of the pre-painted items is superb and will really help even a less experienced modeller build a good looking cockpit. There’s nothing too tricky to catch the modeller out, just take care with the folding. Highly recommended. Review sample courtesy of Review sample courtesy of
  21. Just finished this project few days ago. Building process here http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234941996-mig-3-trumpeter-148/ . This model from Trumpeter is really nice. A bit scratch parts plus photoetched from Eduard. Hope you like it
  22. Here is some photos, of the very recently completed 1/32 A-7E My apologies for not taking more photos during the build, this was mainly due to not having the correct setup until now. The current builds: 1/24 Vb Spitfire (commission) and the 1/32 F-14A and all future projects,will all have more info and pictures. My stash is getting quite big now and i'm also starting some AFV builds very soon. I've got 3 Tigers, including the 1/16 King Tiger in the pipeline and the HK 1/32 B-17G. So there will be a lot of threads appearing soon. VA-22 (USS Enterprise) LOW-VIS camo with AIRDOC decals: I'll take more photos tomorrow when I have better light.
  23. Trumpeter is to release a 1/72nd Sukhoi Su-33 "(Sea)-Flanker-D" kit - ref. 01667 Source Primeportal: http://www.primeportal.net/models/thomas_voigt8/trumpeter/index.php?Page=3 V.P.
  24. Hi guys! Started another project few days ago. Trumpeter MiG-3 Early version. Nice kit. Also I got Eduard photo etched set for cockpit. Artbox got few books as references With planning to get A. Pokrishkin plane... probably something like this: I know this kit got few mistakes but not critical. Going to change armour back plate on pilot seat and not to use harness straps because no one wartime photo showed it. So, lets go rock and roll Tried to deepen and make thinner pilot's seat First version armour back plate beside original one Progress at the moment. Hope you like it Ivan.
  25. Photoetch set by Eduard; wooden deck by Artwox. I'm fortunate to be able to post this, because while making a late correction last night the model slipped from my fingers and crashed to the floor. Luckily it landed on its side and the breakages were kept to a minimum - whew! The paint scheme might lack historical accuracy since I generally don't do splinter camouflage as it breaks up the lines of the ship; I did want to include the striking AR deck markings as they really make the model stand out on the shelf. Thanks for looking; any comments or questions most appreciated. Regards, Ross.
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