Mr. Hudson Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) Hi all, I'm new to this forum and I think to show a model is the best thing to introduce myself. I`m from germany an I build aircraftmodels in 1/72 for a couple of years. I watch here for some years all the great models. I must apologize for my mistake english and I hope you can understand me anyway. So, here is my newest model: Kit: The Do 217 family of Italeri goes back to the mid-70s and is almost 40 years old. The J version is a reboxing from the year 2007. Almost no cockpit- and undercarriagedetails, narrow-chested engines, a too narrow rear fuselage and raised and false engravings featuring this model. Positiv to mention are the thick but still perfectly transparent clear parts. Original aircraft: The Do 217 was created as a medium bomber to replace the Do 17/215. Similar in structure to the predecessor, the Do 217 aircraft has however a completely new design with a much larger fuselage, new wings and many other improvements. In the J version, the aircraft was delivered from 1942 as a Nachtjäger (nightfighter) in 130 units. Basically, these aircraft were bombers of the E-series with a solid nightfighter nose. There, the FuG 202 (J-1) or FuG 212 (J-2) was placed, in addition 4 MG FF (250 rounds each (!) and 4 MG 17 (1,000 rounds each). If the fully functional bomb bay was equipped with fuel tanks, the aircraft weighed 15,250 kilograms - a predestined long-range nightfighter and probably the "heaviest" German fighter aircraft in World War II. In terms of flight performance, the Do 217J-2 does not really convinced. The top speed of 480 km/h and a climb rate of 540 m/min were values that also from the older and lighter predecessor Do 215 B-5 (http://www.modellboard.net/index.php?topic=45568.0 in german only) were achieved. My model: My model shows the Do 217 J-2 "KI + LV" of the II. / NJG 101, Hungary 1944., At that time the J usually had no more flamedampers to get a bit more performance out of the machines. Construction: In addition to two BMW 801 from a Hasegawa Ju 88, I also use the historic upgrade from Italeris Do 217 M-1 kit for this model. From the latter come the carriages, the cockpit interior, and the casemates of the (developed) site arms. Scratch were built: - cockpit adjustments for Nachtjäger- MG FF cartridgeejections - front arms positions - FuG 212 antennae - recessed engravings and cockpit back armor - widened rear fuselage - landing light and pitot tube - Dornier conversion kit R7 (rubber dinghy) on the fuselage - position lights and other small parts. The kit was as painted with Gunze RLM 75/76 and 74 in the area of the fuselage Balkenkreuz. Weathering: Preshading, lightened base color, Gunze mud on exposed areas with airbrush, Tamiya Smoke for traces of oil and gas plume, various oil colors for dirt and wear, finish in my special "Bacon flat" (uneven greasy finish with flat but also greasy surfaces that simulate a dirty surface ). Top view: Bottom view: Details top: Details bottom: Work in progress cockpit: Hope you like this. Best regards. Kai Edited October 22, 2017 by Mr. Hudson 32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watcher Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I hope you understand my English - beautiful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Kai, A very nice model. With superb weathering. Your English is better than that of many people on here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncan B Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Welcome to the Forums and what a great way to introduce yourself with a very nice Dornier. The FuG 212 antenna look very nicely made. Duncan B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caerbannog Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Welcome - second what Duncan said. Excellent first post. Rene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atom.uk Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Excellent model. More please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planebuilder62 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Brilliant. Well done with the antenna's and the weathering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 fantastic build, great job on the paint and weathering , stunning build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fostersdave Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Welcome Kai,very nice build, lovely finish Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S48 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Very nice model with superb weathering ( I like shabby airplans too ). . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honeybee Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Hi All I can think to say is WOW. Regards Paul PS. I spend most of my time building your opposition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mottlemaster Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Great first post ,A big welcme from me Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Magnificent - all that detail ( especially in the cockpit ) in 1/72 scale. Very impressive. Cheers, MIke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_Ukraine Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Perfect done job! And very attractive model! Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Latinbear Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 That is a beautiful kit and very nicely photographed. Thank you for sharing it. Please don't worry about your English, it is absolutely fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HL-10 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 That is a lovely looking model! Great work, very impressive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch K Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Fantastic built, excellent photographs and a highly informative description. Brilliant! Thanks for sharing your work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jer Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Top marks from me! What an introduction, your build and finishing skills are excellent! I want to see more please.......now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VG 33 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Your build is very close to perfection. Thank you for sharing this. Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick b Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Phenominal model, superbly weathered but still neat at the same time! Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Welcome to Britmodeller Kai, that's quite an introduction. Absolutely stunning build and you say you've only been building a few years? Can't wait to see more of your work Neil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VonkeyVong Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Beautiful model, you have a lot more patience than me. One thing though, there are no Swastikas on the tail? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fostersdave Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 swastikas are not allowed in Germany because of "past connections",and that's German Federal Law! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuad Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Masters job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelglue Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I think you've really made an inspirational model here, good job and I hope we all get to see more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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