tomprobert Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Like the B-24 Liberator of the USAAF, the Halifax is often overlooked when considering the success of RAF Bomber Command in WWII. This is Revell's recent new-tool Halifax MkI/II in 1/72nd scale. I used Freightdog's improvement set to go some way towards correcting the engine shape issues, as well as a more accurate set of propellers, main wheels and H2S blister. This set is excellent, and the intakes simply slot into the front of the nacelles as a direct replacement of the kit parts without issue - no filler was needed at all. A new set of exhausts came from Quickboost, too. Paints were Xtracolour enamels (I think I got the mix wrong for the dark earth as it is very dark!) and it had a final matt varnish from a Humbrol rattle can. Decals were from Xtradecal. Tom 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicE1 Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Unsung hero indeed! that's a very nice Halifax you`ve got there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Alan Bardell Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Tom That's a very nice looking Halifax, i have one in the stash, which i intend to build as HR926 - TL-L a B mk2 srs 1a of 35 Pathfinder sqdn as flown by Sqb Ldr Alec Cranswick. I also have the Freightdog set, and from what you say it would seem to be an easy fix. It certainly goes a long way to improve the look of the kit. I hope mine ends up half as good looking as yours. regards Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 nice work,looks great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickpadwick1801 Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Nice one ....this looks great.... I think I will have to have a crack at some WW2 aircraft and ships in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Awesome job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheStig Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 That's a stunner, nice work on the base too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAF Liberators Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Very nice, the old Halibag, used extensively by squadrons of 205 Group until they were replaced by the Liberator in RAF service, we (the Commonwealth) operated nearly 3,000 Libs during and after WWII. How does it stack up against the Modelcraft/Matchbox offering? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Hi Tom Really great job, very true that the Halifax is unappreciated but so too is the Stirling, unfortunately the Lancaster always gets the glory. I have the matchbox one to make, is this the original Revell one ? Cheers Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 The fact that the Freightdog set fitted shows it is the new tool from Revell which came out last year(?) There was a lengthy thread which compared it to the earlier Matchbox derived Revell kitting & looked at improvements needed. Worth searching for but imho what Tom has done with his should tick most boxes without radical surgery. Nice job there Tom, I'd be more than happy with this. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbuna Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Very nice indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaddy Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I do like a Halifax and have a soft spot for the early marks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Very Nice Halifax, Great job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Looks great Tom. Have you used an aftermarket front clear part ? I recall the kit part is very thick but you've hidden this well if not. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 How does it stack up against the Modelcraft/Matchbox offering? I honestly don't know as I haven't built any other kits of this aircraft. All I know is the well documented engine issues with the Revell kit, hence the Freightdog conversion parts. Looks great Tom. Have you used an aftermarket front clear part ? I recall the kit part is very thick but you've hidden this well if not. Cheers Hi Woody, No it's the kit part, but I painted the mating surfaces black before joining it to the fuselage. This way it hides the thick plastic and makes it look a lot thinner than it actually is. The fact that the Freightdog set fitted shows it is the new tool from Revell which came out last year(?) There was a lengthy thread which compared it to the earlier Matchbox derived Revell kitting & looked at improvements needed. Worth searching for but imho what Tom has done with his should tick most boxes without radical surgery. Nice job there Tom, I'd be more than happy with this. Steve. Thanks Steve, And yes I agree - it certainly improves the look of the model without having to do anything too radical. I think the larger wheels from Freightdog and the better shaped props are really what makes the difference. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin @ Freightdog Models Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Hi Tom, That looks great. Glad you liked the set, I've got some more arriving next week if anyone needs one! Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingpiggy Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Very nice finish, particularly impressed with the midnight finish on the lower, I always seem to make mine seem toy like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Nice one!! I think that, using the nose that you have, it's necessary to fill some of the glazing (teardrop windows and the small ones below them). How did you do that so neatly? (Only asking because I collected my Halifax today and want to build a similar version to yours). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted August 20, 2013 Author Share Posted August 20, 2013 Nice one!! I think that, using the nose that you have, it's necessary to fill some of the glazing (teardrop windows and the small ones below them). How did you do that so neatly? (Only asking because I collected my Halifax today and want to build a similar version to yours). Yes you are right, many windows had to be filled. It's simply a case of adding the glazing and then adding some filler over the top. Then sand smooth and re-scribe any missing panel lines, and hey presto! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning88 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Yes you are right, many windows had to be filled. It's simply a case of adding the glazing and then adding some filler over the top. Then sand smooth and re-scribe any missing panel lines, and hey presto! Thanks, Tom - I guessed that was how but thought I'd check. Running out of excuses to start mine, now! Cheers, Jonny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 nice job,..I did a Halibax wearing the same markings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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