Homebee Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 (edited) After its beautiful Grumman S-2E/G Tracker (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=74094&hl=tracker), Kinetic is now working on the short version of the Stoof, the S-2A, with catalogue ref.48039. Source: http://s362974870.onlinehome.us/forums/air/index.php?showtopic=257024 Quote As you can see both the CF-188, Tracker have been announced for this year. I havenât seen anything for the Hornet as yet but I have very high hopes for it as I do know some of those who had input on the preproduction side of things. I have seen some of the preproduction parts of a test cast for the Tracker and I liked what I saw modified fuselage with a new tail and the nice panel lines looked good. V.P. Edited May 27, 2022 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c.smith10 Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 I wonder if they'll bring out a P-3 Orion at some point, it would fit in well with there previous releases Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted January 13, 2013 Author Share Posted January 13, 2013 (edited) Source: http://s362974870.onlinehome.us/forums/air/index.php?showtopic=257024&st=0 Quote Alpha test casting will be ready in the next 2 weeks or so (decals will probably Belgian German and Top Ace's - my guess NOT inside information!) then the CP-121 Tracker. It looks like the Hornet (at least in 1/48 tra la la la la la la la...) might be a little while yet. Sneek a peek at the Tracker PLEASE NOTE TEST CASTINGS only V.P. Edited July 14, 2018 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 I love the Tracker, it looks like a good kit, I quite fancy a Trader conversion and stick it alongside a Greyhound, I think they would make a hansome couple. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 In fact, there is a whole family to be built, early Tracker, late Tracker, Trader and the Tracer. Now wouldn't that make a great lineup. Plus a fire bomber if you fancy! Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 (edited) In fact, there is a whole family to be built, early Tracker, late Tracker, Trader and the Tracer. Now wouldn't that make a great lineup. Plus a fire bomber if you fancy! Colin ..not forgetting the Conair Firecat turbo prop conversions MB9T8257 by Rainbow 1984, on Flickr Edited January 13, 2013 by Radleigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 Nice one Radleigh, it looks very smart. Great photo especially with the dusky sky.Thanks for sharing the pic. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted February 3, 2013 Author Share Posted February 3, 2013 (edited) More pics on Kinetic Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/Kineticmodel V.P. Edited July 14, 2018 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted March 16, 2013 Author Share Posted March 16, 2013 (edited) The box art Source: https://www.facebook.com/Kineticmodel Release: June 2013 Quote 48039 S-2A Tracker Anti-Submarine Aircraft (new tool) The S-2 Tracker (previously S2F prior to 1962) was the first purpose-built, single airframe, anti-submarine warfare (ASW) aircraft to enter service with the U.S. Navy. The Tracker was of conventional design with twin engines, a high wing and tricycle undercarriage. The type was exported to a number of navies around the world. Introduced in 1952 the Tracker saw service in the USN until the mid-1970s with a few aircraft remaining in service with other air arms into the 21st century. Kit consists of over 200+ parts. Includes Cartograf decals with markings for S2F-1 US Navy VF-32 1962, CS2F-1 Canadian Armed Forces 1983, S2F-1 JMSDF II FS 1975. Source: http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=14022 V.P. Edited July 14, 2018 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted April 9, 2013 Author Share Posted April 9, 2013 (edited) On pre-order at LM for GBP +/-42,00 P&P incl. http://www.luckymodel.com/scale.aspx?item_no=KI-K48039 V.P. Edited July 14, 2018 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikztm Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 From the sprue shots I can't figure out if the duckbill nacelle ends are included. The flat canadian versions seem attached to the nacelles in this kit. Can anyone confirm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 I wonder if they'll bring out a P-3 Orion at some point, it would fit in well with there previous releases In 1.48 now that would be something! Julien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share Posted May 15, 2013 (edited) Released. In stock at LM http://www.luckymodel.com/scale.aspx?item_no=KI-K48039 Review links http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234943096-grumman-s-2a-tracker-kinetic-148/ http://www.hyperscale.com/2013/reviews/kits/kinetic48039reviewbg_1.htm V.P. Edited July 14, 2018 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Can't wait! Mrs Martin says she will get me one for our Silver Wedding this year. She must really love after all! I have a mega build planned for this kit, like everything that can be opened up opened and in Dutch or Canadian markings. That will leave my long fuselage tracker free for an Australian build. Perhaps I need two of this kit so I can do both the Canadian and Dutch variants. Bugger! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted June 26, 2013 Share Posted June 26, 2013 (edited) Me too, I fancy building both Dutch & Canadian flown a/c too, hopefully the decals will include the RCN option with the large White Ensign on the tail,..or if not somebody like Belcher Bits will release a decal sheet that includes this scheme. Looking forward to it coming out,......any idea when it is due? Cheers Tony O PS- is the wingfold in the kit OK or does it need an aftermarket set? Edited June 26, 2013 by tonyot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belcherbits Posted June 26, 2013 Share Posted June 26, 2013 Decal sheet is available, including a scheme with the white ensign http://www.belcherbits.com/lines/decals/bd26.htm Mike Belcher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeR Posted June 27, 2013 Share Posted June 27, 2013 Just a heads up for those that may not know, but the guys over on ARC have discovered that the fuselage hasn't been shortened fully. Kinetic reduced the length forward of the wing, but neglected to do the same to the rear fuselage: LINK Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barneydhc82 Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 From the original offering with lots of butchery and Belcher's conversion and decals. Now if I could only see what I am building I just might be able to add the antennae array on the fuselage. Barney http://www.barneysairforce.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlamgat9 Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 Just a heads up for those that may not know, but the guys over on ARC have discovered that the fuselage hasn't been shortened fully. Kinetic reduced the length forward of the wing, but neglected to do the same to the rear fuselage: LINK Mike. I dont even want to think about how much righteous indigation that will prompt the ARC rivet counters... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 Decal sheet is available, including a scheme with the white ensign http://www.belcherbits.com/lines/decals/bd26.htm Mike Belcher Thanks Mike, I`ll have a look over at your website, Cheers Tony O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Just a heads up for those that may not know, but the guys over on ARC have discovered that the fuselage hasn't been shortened fully. Kinetic reduced the length forward of the wing, but neglected to do the same to the rear fuselage: LINK Mike. This a bit surprising seeing as how Kinetic had to do a new fuselage anyway, however, its not that obvious to the eye and the fix if one is worried about it looks to be well within the grasp of anyone with the ability to tackle this kit. I reckon it would add about two hours at the most to the build. No big deal in the scheme of things. Martin I stil can't wait to get my hands on one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 BarracudaCast Tracker Early Mainwheels set - ref.BR48279Sources: http://barracudacals.com/proddetail.php?prod=BR48261 http://www.themodellingnews.com/2016/04/bruce-takes-look-at-four-new-sets-of.html#moreV.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted May 20, 2018 Author Share Posted May 20, 2018 (edited) New kinetic boxing - ref. 48074 - Grumman S-2A/E/G Tracker RoCAF Source: http://www.luckymodel.com/scale.aspx?item_no=KI-K48074 V.P. Edited January 10, 2021 by Homebee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpk Posted May 20, 2018 Share Posted May 20, 2018 In light of the quality of Kinetic's recent F/A-18C I would suggest to them that they make corrections to the Tracker molds like accurate engine nacelles, correct fuselage length for both types and correct the nose and windscreen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted May 20, 2018 Share Posted May 20, 2018 That looks like a great and challenging paint scheme! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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