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Academy 1-35 MH-60G Pavehawk - (photo heavy)


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Hi all,

I Wanted to share my latest creation, an Academy 1-35 scale MH-60G Pavehawk, the kit was a joy to build and is a fair size at 17 inches in length. I have a fairly photo heavy thread but I hope you like the end result. I will begin with one photo of the finished item them show pictures during building.

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The box.

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Auxiliary Fuel tank assembly and minigun/M-2 Machine gun magazine

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I tried a new effect by applying Kitchen tissue paper with PVA glue onto the insides and top of the fuselage cabin. When dry this can be painted and washed and gives a much better effect than just having straight plastic on show.

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I added folded tissue paper glued with PVA to form seat cushions, giving a little bit more depth to the seats.

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The finished item.

Some points of interest:

I have added wire wrapped around a cocktail stick and painted inside the cabin to represent the intercom wires which hang down from the roof for crewmembers to plug into. I also drilled out any vents which had moulded plastic on and placed wire mesh behind, giving a more realistic effect as can be seen in the photo below.

The kit bags were the Tamiya Military Miniatures 1/35 scale modern U.S Military Equipment Set which filled the inside and makes it look more 'used'. This is a great set with plenty of bags etc which can be used on vehicles as well, this set is not too expensive also which makes it attractive.

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I hope you like the photos and welcome constructive criticism and feedback.

Thanks for lloking.

Tommy

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Thanks for all the positive comments, I agree Joachim that seat belts would have been a good addition and for some reason I never even thought of them! Till your post, so thanks. I have also realised I have taken the photos without adding the doors!

Regards

Tommy

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