Rob G Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 41 minutes ago, Troy Smith said: I know the Vulcan is the big news, have Airfix announced anything else? I'll wander past and ask about markings, and I have no idea about other announcements. I'll ask about those too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Poultney Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 Just now, Rob G said: I'll wander past and ask about markings, and I have no idea about other announcements. I'll ask about those too. Could you ask about 201 jetpipes as well? Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stever219 Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 hour ago, Adam Poultney said: Hopefully included. They did say this isn't finished so they might not have done that piece yet. I have a feeling this will contain a lot of options I think I saw the RWR fairing in one of the CAD illustrations and an indication that the entire fin top dielectric fairing is a separate part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob G Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, Adam Poultney said: Could you ask about 201 jetpipes as well? Thanks I'll add it to the list Adam. If I can get close enough... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickoshea52 Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 2 hours ago, Albeback52 said: Indeed. However, it appears ( at least from the CADs) that the models bomb bay might contain nothing but air! Allan It looks full of bombs in this image. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 I can’t wait for this. Looks smack on wow 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Poultney Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 27 minutes ago, stever219 said: I think I saw the RWR fairing in one of the CAD illustrations and an indication that the entire fin top dielectric fairing is a separate part. I saw it was separate, must have missed the fairing 11 minutes ago, robvulcan said: I can’t wait for this. Looks smack on wow I look forward to your B1 conversion 😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 29 minutes ago, Adam Poultney said: Could you ask about 201 jetpipes as well? Thanks I shouldn’t worry I’m sure they will do as they did both 201 and 301 pipes for the corgi vulcan. Also if not you can be sure of aftermarket stuff or 3D printed items if needed. But who cares it’s AMAZING as is and I for one love the later 301 beasts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Rickoshea52 said: It looks full of bombs in this image. Ah! The infamous "red lines".! I was commenting on the only Cads I had seen at the time. Allan Edited November 9, 2019 by Albeback52 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selwyn Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 Nice announcement from Airfix, I might have to invest in one! Selwyn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Vader Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 The wife just asked me this morning what I want for Christmas. . . 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Poultney Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 minute ago, Darth Vader said: The wife just asked me this morning what I want for Christmas. . . No way it will be out by then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Poultney Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 I wonder if Airfix will remember the earlier ECM cone tip, some of the Blue Steel aircraft even had them 1 minute ago, robvulcan said: I shouldn’t worry I’m sure they will do as they did both 201 and 301 pipes for the corgi vulcan. Also if not you can be sure of aftermarket stuff or 3D printed items if needed. But who cares it’s AMAZING as is and I for one love the later 301 beasts. That's very good then. I prefer the 201s personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Ranger Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 13 hours ago, Jordi said: I emailed them about that, and they said they are most definitely going to reprint the decal (I wish I had known about them then!) only printed by Cartograf this time. Not sure if they plan on making any changes to it,but what is there sure looks nice. I did the same, and got a confirmation as well. Here is what they said: "we most certainly ARE!!! "we're waiting for a due date on the new kit" Sounds like they are excited about the kit, too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickoshea52 Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 22 minutes ago, Darth Vader said: The wife just asked me this morning what I want for Christmas. . . Christmas 2020 - Airfix are targeting a November 2020 release. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 hour ago, 224 Peter said: Big and beautiful, but I wish they had done it as a 1/48th scale kit..... I'm glad they didn't. I think the proper scale for big multi-engined types is 1/72 - despite the recent glut of massive bomber kits from other manufacturers. That way you can actually afford to buy them, are more likely to finish them and have the space to display them. Even in 1/72, the Vulcan will still dominate any display cabinet. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st george Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 Hope this one includes a full bomb bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 hour ago, 224 Peter said: Big and beautiful, but I wish they had done it as a 1/48th scale kit..... Yes, I know it would have been a bit big, but, well so it should be. You could use the completed model as an occasional table! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
224 Peter Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 minute ago, Enzo Matrix said: You could use the completed model as an occasional table! It wouldn't be any bigger than a 1/32 scale Lancaster.... In real life 30m wing span, = 620mm in 1/48th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Coombs Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 22 minutes ago, IanC said: Even in 1/72, the Vulcan will still dominate any display cabinet. I have just calculated that a new SYVDE cabinet from IKEA will do the job nicely. It even has room for another nine of them! 1 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 16 hours ago, Acinonyx Jubatus said: Would you, like me, have preferred a new build small boilered Claughton , rather than the Patriot ? Though I am getting quite exited about the Patriot as it nears completion, and cant wait to see it in steam Any sort of Claughton would have been nice. However, like you I'm excited about the Patriot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71chally Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 Sorry for thread diversion, but where on this forum does one find the general 2019 Telford news? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Poultney Posted November 9, 2019 Author Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 minute ago, 71chally said: Sorry for thread diversion, but where on this forum does one find the general 2019 Telford news? I think the Vulcan is all Airfix announced, idk about others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Bradley Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 (edited) Already a thread on this with pictures. Edited November 9, 2019 by Paul Bradley Was a reply to a duplicate thread which has now been merged with the original thread. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted November 9, 2019 Share Posted November 9, 2019 1 hour ago, IanC said: I'm glad they didn't. I think the proper scale for big multi-engined types is 1/72 - despite the recent glut of massive bomber kits from other manufacturers. That way you can actually afford to buy them, are more likely to finish them and have the space to display them. Even in 1/72, the Vulcan will still dominate any display cabinet. I would agree with you there.1/72 is a very practical scale for an aircraft like this. Its also still the most popular scale( as far as I am aware). With a sensible size and, lower price it is more likely to encourage multiple purchases. Just what Airfix needs. Allan 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now