RobertF Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 Sorry, been offline for some time, hence the rather late reply. On 6/4/2018 at 5:13 PM, Giorgio N said: Sorry, but no, the people who generally start a hype whenever Tamiya announces anything are not the ones that want everything down to the final rivet. .... Regarding some modellers being not what manufactuters aim fot this is wrong again. ... Well, I suppose we'll have to agree to disagree as our opinions on this clearly are very, very different. I won't go into the "rivet counters" remarks, as I did not say anything about rivet counters. In fact, I consider myself to be a bit of a rivet counter. Back to the Tamiya Tomcat itself, my F-14A has now arrived and I am slowly but surely building it. Approaching the stage where (light) weathering comes into play, I am wondering which tone to use for washing the panel lines on the white undersides: a light grey, or perhaps a more red/brownish tint? Any suggestions will be much appreciated! Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Eduard Brassin cockpit for the F-14D https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/ED648457 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nocoolname Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Stephen said: Eduard Brassin cockpit for the F-14D https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/ED648457 Indeed! I emailed Eduard yesterday to ask if they were going to swap the MB ejection seats for the NACES since the image showed the former. Edited January 16, 2019 by Nocoolname Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 (edited) Soon some new dedicated resin sets from Phase Hangar Resin Accesorries Source: https://www.facebook.com/PhaseHangarResinAccessories/posts/10157308563738802 V.P. Edited January 12, 2020 by Homebee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 (edited) for those that think detail can still be improved, here you go! A.M.U.R. Reaver come to the rescue! not sure, but I do not think they are working http://amurreaver.ru/?p=1384 just wow! Here to be found... you beed 2 sets fir one jet! https://the48ers.com/f-14d-f-16c-f110-engine-nozzle-enhancement-set.html Edited March 29, 2020 by exdraken 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 (edited) Quinta Studio cockpit detailing set - ref. QD48048 - Grumman F-14A Tomcat Source: https://www.facebook.com/AlexLavka/posts/2847156272237474 Order here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Quinta-QD48048-1-48-F-14A-3D-Printed-coloured-interior-for-Tamiya-kit/164361899958 V.P. Edited September 1, 2020 by Homebee 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted October 19, 2020 Share Posted October 19, 2020 Soon a dedicated Quinta Studio cockpit set - ref. QD48070 Source: https://www.facebook.com/QuintaModellingStudio/photos/pcb.133955305122847/133952315123146/ V.P. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anton K55 Posted June 19, 2021 Share Posted June 19, 2021 (edited) Edited June 19, 2021 by Anton K55 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B.sin Posted June 19, 2021 Share Posted June 19, 2021 12 minutes ago, Anton K55 said: 😯 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted June 19, 2021 Share Posted June 19, 2021 (edited) Source: https://tieba.baidu.com/p/7412046019 V.P. Edited July 1, 2021 by Homebee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nocoolname Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Ooooo...! Liking the sound of this! Would be nice if they could include an option for open air brakes also. Then I could go full 'Topgun' with this kit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anton K55 Posted July 1, 2021 Share Posted July 1, 2021 https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/148-aircraft/grumman-f-14a-tomcat-2/ https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/148-aircraft/f-14a-tomcat-detail-up-parts/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 (edited) More details in the Tamiya-USA homepage about the future - ref. 61122 - Grumman F-14A Tomcat (late) Source: https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/148-aircraft/grumman-f-14a-tomcat-2/ V.P. Edited July 9, 2021 by Homebee 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted July 9, 2021 Author Share Posted July 9, 2021 'Features fixed depiction of variable sweep wing supported by a single-piece part' Now that sounds interesting, a one piece moulding for the wing ? If anyone can design a part like that Tamiya can. Regards Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopkp Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Robert said: 'Features fixed depiction of variable sweep wing supported by a single-piece part' Now that sounds interesting, a one piece moulding for the wing ? If anyone can design a part like that Tamiya can. Regards Robert I'd read it a bit differently - to me, the phrase 'variable sweep wing supported by a single-piece part' would imply that there's some sort of one-piece spar that supports both wings, not that the two wings are moulded as a single part? Edited July 9, 2021 by hopkp Sense Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McG Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 On 7/9/2021 at 7:12 PM, hopkp said: I'd read it a bit differently - to me, the phrase 'variable sweep wing supported by a single-piece part' would imply that there's some sort of one-piece spar that supports both wings, not that the two wings are moulded as a single part? I'd agree with this. Sounds as if Tamiya have replaced the spars that the wings slide onto that allow them to swing with a single spar that locks the wings in the forward position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Web99 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 This looks really interesting, It’ll make the AMK version completely obsolete in 1 swoop if they do a D version with the extended flaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESzczesniak Posted July 17, 2021 Share Posted July 17, 2021 (edited) On 7/14/2021 at 6:17 PM, Web99 said: This looks really interesting, It’ll make the AMK version completely obsolete in 1 swoop if they do a D version with the extended flaps. Assuming I'm reading this correct, the one thing the AMK would still have is open speedbrakes and spoilers. It sounds like this is only flaps/slats. I suspect it's getting to a relatively small number of people that really need the speedbrakes/spoilers of the AMK, but there will be some. EDIT: I'm also hoping for a kneeling nose gear. I think there's been a bit of an assumption it's in there, but I don't see it clearly stated. To me flaps/slats is primarily useful for a catapult diorama. It could be coming off the arresting wires too, but a true landing "in action" would need the speedbrakes and DLC inboard spoilers. Edited July 17, 2021 by ESzczesniak 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Web99 Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 1 hour ago, ESzczesniak said: EDIT: I'm also hoping for a kneeling nose gear. I think there's been a bit of an assumption it's in there, but I don't see it clearly stated. To me flaps/slats is primarily useful for a catapult diorama. It could be coming off the arresting wires too, but a true landing "in action" would need the speedbrakes and DLC inboard spoilers. It says about the landing gear in the 4th point with the arrestor hooks, I can’t wait 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESzczesniak Posted July 18, 2021 Share Posted July 18, 2021 17 minutes ago, Web99 said: It says about the landing gear in the 4th point with the arrestor hooks, I can’t wait 😎 I see that now from the product web page. I’ll admit I didn’t read that real closely having already read the “confidential” new product flyer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted July 29, 2021 Share Posted July 29, 2021 (edited) Box art - ref. 61122 - Grumman F-14A Tomcat (late model) - carrier launch set Source: https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/148-aircraft/grumman-f-14a-tomcat-2/ V.P. Edited July 29, 2021 by Homebee 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masinissa Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Rumored to be released this October . . . MSRP of $129. Shop around for bargains because I paid $75 for Tamiya's spanking new Phantom. Can't wait to get my mitts on one or maybe FIVE! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Well deff' have to get one to go with their first release kit I have, but still haven't built, I just can't help it, but you know when you come to build them there are no hidden horrors to worry about. I know people say but that's modelling to overcome some kits problems, but now it's all about enjoying the hobby and less stress for me, lifes to short to be spending way to much time correcting faults that shouldn't be there in the first place imho 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.T Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 A surprising release...so next up, F-14B? and a D-version with carrier launch set? ...and then replace the outdated 1/32 kit? 😄 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 2 hours ago, mr.T said: ...and then replace the outdated 1/32 kit? That's something I'd truly like to see. Their 1/32 Tomcat needs a new tool and I'm confident it would be very well received. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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