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As a very very newbie (my first post) - Sorry if this is a topic covered before (can't find a reference to this) - I am struggling to complete the Hobby Boss 1/48 model of the Fleet Air Arm Grumman F6 Hellcat. (I found a really good deal for this on e-bay, sourced in Belgium I think)! Overall the kit is a bit of a Curate's egg - but with perseverance I'm getting there. The kit itself is very good - a great pity that the superbly detailed radial engine cannot be seen! (I assume one can cut away part of the cowling to show it off). Unfortunately the painting instructions are Zero/Zip/Not At Home. No information about what colours for the external bits and pieces. The diagrams are ok but some of the left/right captions are a bit cockeyed. It appears that Hobbyboss made a great kit and then got a bit tired with it and added the "build instructions" as an afterthought. As supplied the kit offers two underwing ?500lb.? bombs plus six underwing rockets and the usual underbelly fuel tank. What colours should these be? (As Fleet air arm munitions - not US colours). Rockets/bandings on them/tail fins - the same with the bombs. Also - should the fuel tank be the same as the under-plane surface colour (grey or some-such?) Many thanks to anyone who can help. I have another problem with Vallejo paints - but I don't know what bit of the forum to post it on. With all respects to members Peter
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MHU-12 Munitions Trailer - Duel Set 1:72 Videoaviation The MHU-12 munitions handling trailer is used by the USAF to transport munitions between the storage areas and the flightline. It can be changed to accommodate a wide variety of munitions. Two hinged deck panels in the centre of the trailer bed fold open to provide access. The trailer can generally carry bombs in one configuration, and missiles in the other. In the missile configuration it can carry larger missiles on the bed of the trailer (such as AIM-7 or AIM-120) a second higher layer can carry smaller missiles (such as the AIM-9). It is also available with a flat bed for general usage. The Kit Videoaviation already had this trailer available in the bigger scales, they have now scaled it down for the lovers of the one true scale The added benefit in the smaller scale is that it is available in a duel boxing. Each trailer has two main bed panels, the centre part, front & rear axles, missile & bomb chocks, upper missile rails, tow bar and 4 wheels. The is crisp with good casting and no bubbles present. Conclusion This is an important part in getting munitions to the flightline and will look great in any US Airfield diorama. Highly Recommended. Review sample courtesy of
