Antb Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Hi chaps Does anyone know whether anyone makes 1/24 scale bomb racks and bombs suitable for a MkV spitfire at all please? I've looked online but can't find anything anywhere. Might be a long shot but would be great if there is. Cheers Ant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Hello @Antb ... I did some checking and surprised there is little A/m for 1/24 Spitfires. I was thinking though you might be able to use the bomb from an Airfix 1/24 Tiffy ? I know Tiffy’s flew either Rocket loaded or Bomb loaded. They didnt mix loads. Im thinking you could place an add in the wanted section for a spare that someone didnt use or need. You just need to scratch build the bomb rack ? Dennis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 12, 2018 Author Share Posted May 12, 2018 14 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Hello @Antb ... I did some checking and surprised there is little A/m for 1/24 Spitfires. I was thinking though you might be able to use the bomb from an Airfix 1/24 Tiffy ? I know Tiffy’s flew either Rocket loaded or Bomb loaded. They didnt mix loads. Im thinking you could place an add in the wanted section for a spare that someone didnt use or need. You just need to scratch build the bomb rack ? Dennis Hi Dennis, thanks for the input. Tiffie you say? Sold one a few weeks ago wish I had known as would have had it away 🤬. Joking aside it's a good idea posting in the wanted section so will do that. Thank you very much. Theres hardly anything in the aftermarket world is there. Strange really as you'd think there would be masses of stuff around. Ive never scratch built anything before in my modelling "career" so far but there has to be a first time doesn't there. I'm sure there are loads of references out there and I'm willing to give it a bash. Thank you very much indeed I'm most grateful for your advice. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 What i do is try to use another as a master ? If you have a 1/48 or 1/32 spitfire bombrack you could just measure it and scae it up. Photo references are the next best way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 12, 2018 Author Share Posted May 12, 2018 7 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: What i do is try to use another as a master ? If you have a 1/48 or 1/32 spitfire bombrack you could just measure it and scae it up. Photo references are the next best way to go. I don't have either unfortunately. The stash consists of 2 at present. Running out of storage sadly. Need to get it all sorted. Thanks again Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Glad to help. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 12, 2018 Author Share Posted May 12, 2018 42 minutes ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Glad to help. Hi Dennis Quick question. Sorry if this seems rather daft. But would 1/48 1000lb bombs scale up enough to 1/24 as a representation of the 250lb bombs carried by a spitfire? I've come across these here and it's got me wondering: https://www.sovereignhobbies.co.uk/products/ultracast-1-48-1000-lb-mc-mk-i-wwii-british-general-purpose-bombs-u48002 I'd be grateful for your thoughts if you don't mind? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Let me check Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 (edited) Hello @Antb ... my apologies for taking forever. I had to find the Dimensions of the bombs. Then do the math. Short answer for your question no. The 1000 lb bomb is to long and fat. I think a 500lb would be closer to your needs. The overall dimensions of the real bombs. 250 lb - 55.5” long x 10” diameter. 500 lb - 57.8” long x 12.9” diameter 1000 lb - 72.5” long x 17.75” dia. My best advice is go with the 500 lb bomb its very close in size. I checked your link, they do make them and they're in stock. I hope this helps. Dennis Edited May 13, 2018 by Corsairfoxfouruncle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 13, 2018 Author Share Posted May 13, 2018 8 hours ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Hello @Antb ... my apologies for taking forever. I had to find the Dimensions of the bombs. Then do the math. Short answer for your question no. The 1000 lb bomb is to long and fat. I think a 500lb would be closer to your needs. The overall dimensions of the real bombs. 250 lb - 55.5” long x 10” diameter. 500 lb - 57.8” long x 12.9” diameter 1000 lb - 72.5” long x 17.75” dia. My best advice is go with the 500 lb bomb its very close in size. I checked your link, they do make them and they're in stock. I hope this helps. Dennis Hi Dennis No need to apologise whatsoever. I'm just really grateful for your help and advice. That's brilliant I shall get the 500lbers ordered. Thanks so much again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_m Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 Sorry if I'm misunderstanding, but just looking at those dimensions, a 1/48 500lb bomb is going to be far too small to represent a 1/24 250lb bomb. As you can see from the dimensions, the 250 was not much smaller in length or diameter than the 500 lb, but the the 250 tapers towards the back like a teardrop, and the fins/tube at back is longer. The 500 and 1000 lb bombs had more parallel sides for most of their length, giving them a more barrel-like appearance. Tail was smaller in proportion too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 13, 2018 Author Share Posted May 13, 2018 1 hour ago, ben_m said: Sorry if I'm misunderstanding, but just looking at those dimensions, a 1/48 500lb bomb is going to be far too small to represent a 1/24 250lb bomb. As you can see from the dimensions, the 250 was not much smaller in length or diameter than the 500 lb, but the the 250 tapers towards the back like a teardrop, and the fins/tube at back is longer. The 500 and 1000 lb bombs had more parallel sides for most of their length, giving them a more barrel-like appearance. Tail was smaller in proportion too. Hi Ben Thanks for the comments. Short of scratch building the bombs this really is my only option. I'm happy with a representation of the bombs on the aircraft not necessarily 100% accuracy. So they don't have to be perfect or exact. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea and I'm not wanting to ignore your comments as I am most grateful for you taking the time to reply. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 I won't be using the bombs or racks for my 1/24th Typhoon - they're yours if you want them. Tom 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 13, 2018 Author Share Posted May 13, 2018 56 minutes ago, tomprobert said: I won't be using the bombs or racks for my 1/24th Typhoon - they're yours if you want them. Tom That would be fantastic thank you. I'm sending a message. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted May 13, 2018 Share Posted May 13, 2018 Looks like tom saved the day 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antb Posted May 13, 2018 Author Share Posted May 13, 2018 1 hour ago, Corsairfoxfouruncle said: Looks like tom saved the day 👍 He has indeed. 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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