Homebee Posted August 1, 2018 Share Posted August 1, 2018 (edited) After Kovozávody Prostějov (link) Eduard is also working on 1/72nd Zlín/LET Z-37A Čmelák (Bumblebee) kits for 2019 2020. Source: 3D renders published in Modelář magazine "Z-37 Bumblebee. The manufacturer is anonymous but should be domestic - "Z-37 Čmelák. Výrobce zatím zůstává v anonymitě, ale měl by být domácí"." and Scalemates link V.P. Edited July 10, 2021 by Homebee 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basuroy Posted August 1, 2018 Share Posted August 1, 2018 (edited) Eduard normally kits airplane that are either important/famous or aesthetically pleasing and they justify it by investing a great deal of energy to produce a high quality model . This particular type is obscure and an abomination to look at and will struggle to sell weekend edition boxes nevermind those dual edition profipacks . Doubt they would expend their energy on this . As far as I know , they intend to follow the mig-21 with a fokker d.vii and then a typhoon/tempest in future (2020 ). They really struggle to churn out more than one 72nd scale kit per year , even the -pf/pfm of the mig-21 is slated for 2019 . Why waste precious time and resources on a crop duster . Edited August 1, 2018 by Basuroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upnorth Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 That doesn't look like an Eduard type subject, they usually stick to military subject matter. It might be something for Brengun to give us. They put out the Zlín Z-50 aerobatics plane kits over the past year, so small civil types are clearly something they'd do. I would say Special Hobby, as the have done civil stuff before, but they are also in the habit of announcing "new releases" years in advance and then never doing them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 16 hours ago, Basuroy said: an abomination to look at Hang on, thats a bit harsh. I quite like these old dears, an honest work horse that has earned respect imho. Steve. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basuroy Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 3 hours ago, stevehnz said: Hang on, thats a bit harsh. I quite like these old dears, an honest work horse that has earned respect imho. Steve. In hindsight , I do feel that sounded harsh . That said , there is another crop duster( I think a zlin ) with a longer snout that I find more rugged in appearance - wish KP would kit that . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 The only long nosed Zlin I'm aware of is the Z-37T some of which operated here in NZ, I've seen one dusting in the hills while on a trip through inland Otago & spectacular it was too. One thing that attracts me to the radial Z-37 is it looks like a radial engined Auster Agricola, several of which operated here years back & the sole survivor still resides in the country. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redboost Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 Z-37A confirmed today by Vladimir Sulc, available next year either at ModelBrno or Eday. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBr Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 (edited) A bit more info from Mr. Šulc's post at modelforum.cz (translated from his post in Czech): "It will be released and manufactured by Eduard. We took over (bought) the design from another company, which had put the project on hold when Mr. Muzikant crossed his path with them with his one. The design was good and after small adjustments -- such as changes in the engraving technology -- the progress should be quite fast. If everything goes well, it should be available for the first time as an "entry ticket kit" for the modellers participating at next year's ModelBrno. If not, it will be at Eday." Edited August 2, 2018 by JBr 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upnorth Posted August 3, 2018 Share Posted August 3, 2018 Very interesting indeed. I wonder who Eduard bought the design from. I bought the KP kit not long ago. While the shapes look good, I was rather surprised by the lack of molding finesse in places and how many blanks were left for aftermarket or scratchbuilders to fill in. With the kind of fine moldings typical of Eduard kits, it will be very interesting to see how theirs and the KP kit compare. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Release expected in October 2020 Source: http://www.kitreviewsonline.de/eduard-pressekonferenz-in-nuernberg/ µ V.P. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 Test model Source: https://www.facebook.com/veselylepic/posts/2745702499046082 Quote Nedělní info k Čmeláku... Vl. Šulc na mf napsal: Toto je slepeno z prvních zkušebních výlisků. Není to zdaleka dokonalé, ale málokdy se stane, že z takto časných výlisků lze slepit model. V.P. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 Sprues pics Source: https://www.facebook.com/veselylepic/posts/2744757702473895 V.P. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis_C Posted August 8, 2020 Share Posted August 8, 2020 On 02/08/2018 at 22:00, JBr said: A bit more info from Mr. Šulc's post at modelforum.cz (translated from his post in Czech): "It will be released and manufactured by Eduard. We took over (bought) the design from another company, which had put the project on hold when Mr. Muzikant crossed his path with them with his one. The design was good and after small adjustments -- such as changes in the engraving technology -- the progress should be quite fast. If everything goes well, it should be available for the first time as an "entry ticket kit" for the modellers participating at next year's ModelBrno. If not, it will be at Eday." Another Czech battle! AZ versus Eduard this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 20, 2020 Author Share Posted August 20, 2020 (edited) Source: https://www.eduard.com/out/media/distributors/leaflet/leaflet2020-10en.pdf Misprint... V.P. Edited August 20, 2020 by Homebee 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelldoc Posted August 20, 2020 Share Posted August 20, 2020 Misprint for 1:48 ? modelldoc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 20, 2020 Author Share Posted August 20, 2020 1 hour ago, modelldoc said: Misprint for 1:48 ? Definitely. If you're interested in a 1/48th Čmelák (Bumblebee) it's just a matter of patience. Have a look here: MACO V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted September 21, 2020 Author Share Posted September 21, 2020 Source: https://www.hannants.co.uk/product/EDK2131 V.P. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted September 21, 2020 Author Share Posted September 21, 2020 Source: https://www.facebook.com/ChmellScaleModels/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1283950755280026 V.P. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted September 21, 2020 Author Share Posted September 21, 2020 Source: https://www.facebook.com/EduardCompany/posts/3856414524373466 Quote The agriculture legend – Z-37 Cmelak in 1/72 scale by Eduard will be released as Limited Edition kit in October 2020. First release of this brand new Eduard design covers the most common Z-37A variant. This post is focused on the box design made by Jan Zdiarsky, based on sole airplane artwork by Piotr Forkasiewicz. Limited edition kit of Czechoslovak agricultural aircraft Z-37A Cmelak (Bumblebee) in 1/72 scale. Focused on machines from Czechoslovak, Czech and Slovak service. - plastic parts: Eduard - marking options: 12 - decals: Eduard - PE parts: yes, pre-painted - painting mask: yes - resin parts: yes, pilot figure On the box are not displayed all markings included in the kit. A separate gallery showing complete marking options will be posted late today. V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 (edited) Schemes - ref. 2131 - SERVUS CHLAPCI Limited edition kit of Czechoslovak agricultural aircraft Z-37A Čmelák Source: https://www.facebook.com/EduardCompany/posts/3859865290695056 V.P. Edited September 22, 2020 by Homebee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 Released https://www.aviationmegastore.com/servus-chlapci-z37a-cmelak-combo-2-kits-2131-eduard-8591437552863-aircraft-scale-modelling/product/?action=prodinfo&art=173061 V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted October 6, 2020 Author Share Posted October 6, 2020 (edited) Hyperscale in box review: http://www.hyperscale.com/2020/reviews/kits/eduard2131reviewjm_1.htm Source: https://www.facebook.com/EduardCompany/posts/3903880209626897 Quote Eduard Model Accessories added 11 new photos to the album: Z-37A Cmelak in 1/72 scale by Robert Szwarc. Z-37 Cmelak in 1/72 scale by Robert Szwarc. October Limited Edition Servus chlapci, cat. No. 2131. Used marking: OK-DKU Z-37A s/n 19-27 was produced in 1973 and registered on April 18th, 1975 for Slov-Air Division 02 in Prague. It was owned by Air Special from February 27th, 1992 and sold to Jas Air CZ Ltd. on June 30th, 2008. Overhaul and repaint was conducted in 2010 at Hosin Airfield. OK-DKU was flown with bright blue auxiliary fuel tanks, later with silver units adorned with sharkmouths. Limited edition kit of Czechoslovak agricultural aircraft Z-37A Cmelak (Bumblebee) in 1/72 scale. Focused on machines from Czechoslovak, Czech and Slovak service. - plastic parts: Eduard - marking options: 12 - decals: Eduard - PE parts: yes, pre-painted - painting mask: yes - resin parts: yes, pilot figure www.eduard.com/eduard/servus-chlapci-1-72.html V.P. Edited February 26, 2021 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted October 7, 2020 Share Posted October 7, 2020 Just about to get one of these and would like to do the one with the tiger down the fuselage. However I can't seem to find a photo of it anywhere? Did it actually exist or is just a bit of artistic licence? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvy5 Posted October 7, 2020 Share Posted October 7, 2020 (edited) 4 hours ago, keithjs said: Just about to get one of these and would like to do the one with the tiger down the fuselage. However I can't seem to find a photo of it anywhere? Did it actually exist or is just a bit of artistic licence? Thanks. Tyger existed and in two forms ... https://www.modelforum.cz/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=135238&p=2355277#p2355277. Edited October 7, 2020 by harvy5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithjs Posted October 7, 2020 Share Posted October 7, 2020 2 hours ago, harvy5 said: Tyger existed and in two forms ... https://www.modelforum.cz/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=135238&p=2355277#p2355277. Thats brilliant, thank you!. Was it just on the one side of the aircraft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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