Popular Post Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 17, 2021 Hi All, My first completion for 2021 is Auntie's lovely Lancaster B.II. This mark of the Lancaster was a little different to the iconic Merlin-powered Lanc as it used the Bristol Hercules radial engine. The B.II was conceived as a backstop in case of production restrictions on the Merlin. This never eventuated, and the type was relatively short-lived due to inferior performance at normal operating altitudes. However, 300 or so were produced, and many ended up with RCAF squadrons until they were replaced by Halifaxes. There are 2 well-documented aircraft in the schemes presented by Airfix. I decided to model the aircraft as EQ*Z "Z for Zombie" of 408 (Goose) Squadron RCAF, based at RAF Linton-on-Ouse, Yorkshire, July 1944. This would have been at the time when this squadron was engaged in bombing support for Operation Goodwood, the operation to liberate Caen following the invasion. Here's some images of 'Z-Zombie': And below is a link to some amazing footage of B.IIs in flight (thanks @Graham!!) The first aircraft you can see is from 408 Sqn: The kit was built mostly out the box, although I did drill through the top escape hatches and added transparencies, and filled in the fuselage windows as was correct for this aircraft. Here's a link to the WIP if anyone is interested: Anyway, on to the photos! I've really enjoyed learning more about this lesser-known variant of the iconic Lancaster, and have had amazing support on the journey. Special thanks to @dogsbody for his amazing reference material (and general cheerleading from the Canadian corner - thanks Chris!) Thanks also to @Alex Gordon, @Graham, @elger and @bigbadbadge who have all contributed to my knowledge along the way. It's been a great learning experience, and hopefully my modest tribute to the many brave Canadians who flew this aircraft. Thanks for looking, Roger 96 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Very nicely done model. The Hercules engines look oversized compared to the Merin, but I must say they really don't look bad on the Lanc'. Thanks for giving us something different. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 7 minutes ago, SAT69 said: Very nicely done model. The Hercules engines look oversized compared to the Merin, but I must say they really don't look bad on the Lanc'. Thanks for giving us something different. Thanks for the kind words! I admit they looked alien to me when I started out on the build, but I think the B.II has very workmanlike lines which have really grown on me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff G Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Looks fantastic, I'm a big fan of the Hercules on a Lanc! You did a great job on this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, Jeff G said: Looks fantastic, I'm a big fan of the Hercules on a Lanc! You did a great job on this. Thanks very much Jeff - glad you like it! Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wlad Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Very nice work. Well done. Did you notice the Halifax flyby in video? Cheers, Wlad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Dapple Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 She turned out a beauty Roger, nice work mate Cheers, Stew 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, Wlad said: Very nice work. Well done. Did you notice the Halifax flyby in video? Cheers, Wlad Thanks Wlad - much appreciated! I missed the Halibag - must look more closely! Cheers, Roger 1 minute ago, Stew Dapple said: She turned out a beauty Roger, nice work mate Cheers, Stew Thanks Stew - appreciate the kind words, Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinChipmunkfan Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 What a great looking finished model Roger. The issues you had do not show up at all on the model. Thank you for the really interesting WIP your techniques are very skillful and I also learn so much from all the BMers that add their pennyworth. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 28 minutes ago, ColinChipmunkfan said: What a great looking finished model Roger. The issues you had do not show up at all on the model. Thank you for the really interesting WIP your techniques are very skillful and I also learn so much from all the BMers that add their pennyworth. Thanks for the kind words Colin - I stand on the shoulders of giants, Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elger Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 turned out great!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 4 minutes ago, elger said: turned out great!! Thanks Elger - appreciate the assistance! Cheers, Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dric Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Excellent, you made a beautiful job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 14 minutes ago, Dric said: Excellent, you made a beautiful job. Thanks for the kind words Dric! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Well done Roger. That's a very nice build of an unusual subject.👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 5 minutes ago, Vinnie said: Well done Roger. That's a very nice build of an unusual subject.👍 Thanks Vinnie - much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kentavros76 Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Fantastic job!!! It looks very realistic. Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, Kentavros76 said: Fantastic job!!! It looks very realistic. Well done! Thank you sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick b Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Excellent job on a rarely seen model. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Just now, mick b said: Excellent job on a rarely seen model. Mike Cheers Mick - glad you liked it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRK Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Looks great and really well finished. It’s good that the kit includes the flaps rather than having to buy extras. I’ve still got the revel lanc in the stash to build-one day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 3 minutes ago, GRK said: Looks great and really well finished. It’s good that the kit includes the flaps rather than having to buy extras. I’ve still got the revel lanc in the stash to build-one day! Thanks for the kind words! I highly recommend the kit - it's beautifully engineered. Just beware the decals - ask me how I know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 A beautiful built and finished master piece 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick b Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Meant to ask, is the DG AK Interactive too? Rather like the look of it. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 1 minute ago, mick b said: Meant to ask, is the DG AK Interactive too? Rather like the look of it. Mike The DG is Tamiya XF81 - it sprays beautifully thinned 50:50 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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