CT Modeller Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Beechcraft King Air 200 45 (Reserve) Squadron, RAF Cranwell, 2021 Mach 2 kit as marketed by Two Six Models I picked this one up from Models For Sale a few months ago, mainly because it included a really nice set of decals for the current RAF training version. The kit was typically Mach 2 – lots of flash, nearly unusable transparencies, wings at odd angles if you assemble it straight from the sprue, brittle plastic, etc. Ironically the cabin windows were moulded quite well and would have been usable, but alas the windows were too small and had to be drilled out a bit (there was also a window missing which had to be added) so in the end I used Humbrol Clearfix. I had to find another nosewheel as the kit provides 5 identical wheels but the nosewheel should be bigger than the mains. My replacement is a tad on the large size but there were so many compromises on this one that I just wanted it finished. The props were completely unusable and I replaced them with a set modified from the Airfix F27 Friendship, including cutting off the blades and resetting then in feathered pitch. All undercarriage doors were replaced. Numerous coats of Halfords grey then white primer, followed by Appliance White, reasonably covered the huge expanses of Milliput. Undersides were Xtracolour Roundel Blue. The decals were nice and I got there in the end. None of the above was a surprise – I’ve made enough Mach 2 kits to know what to expect now – and actually it’s good old fashioned enjoyable modelling. 49 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Excellent work Chris, I assume it's 1/72 like Mach2's other kits? Shame they don't make this in 1/48 otherwise I'd get it straight away. How big is it overall? I like the subtle weathering, very realistic to the real thing. Cheers, M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT Modeller Posted March 8, 2021 Author Share Posted March 8, 2021 1 hour ago, MBM said: Excellent work Chris, I assume it's 1/72 like Mach2's other kits? Shame they don't make this in 1/48 otherwise I'd get it straight away. How big is it overall? I like the subtle weathering, very realistic to the real thing. Cheers, M Hi there. Yes it’s 1/72. Wingspan about 22cm. Thanks for your comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 I like this, looks very nice indeed, you have done an absolutely fantastic job on this kit. I have the MACH2 Viscount which is going to require a lot of work. You have a great model there. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Swindell Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Nice one Chris, I've got this in the stash along with a couple of RVHP King Airs (Shadow & Avenger) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britman Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Really nice job on that, sounds like one of those that hogs the bench. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David H Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Speaking as a KingAir 350 pilot myself, i approve this message! -d- 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Very nice Chris.😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 That’s a very tidy result from what sounds like a challenging set of sprues. Well done. Trevor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Aer Lingus Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Beautiful work Chris, my nephew still comes out in a cold sweat thinking about his build of this one. You've done fantastic job very well done 👏 Thanks for sharing Eamonn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Lovely job. Speaking as one who has never managed to complete a Mach 2 kit I appreciate your workmanship even more! Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Brave man, taking on a Mach 2 kit! Well worth it though, it has come out very nicely and it is great to see a more unusual subject like this. Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyJammedKenny! Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 You are wonderfully rewarded for your work on this Mach 2 kit! It's beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing it and inspiring those of us who shy away from Mach 2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 That is a great result Chris 🏆 You would not know you started with the Mach 2 kit. I am tackling my first Mach 2 kit and it is not as bad as everyone makes out IMHO. Have a few more in the stash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire31 Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 Hail to the King – it really looks royal. Kind regards, Joachim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 For all the trials and tribulations, the end result is truly marvelous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FAAFAN Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 Stunning work on a difficult kit. That's a livery I have never seen. I used to provide security for the Governor if Florida ( Jeb Bush) who flew in a white over orange King Air. Wanted to build that aircraft, but could only find it offered by the same manufacturer, so I demurred. Great job. Thanks for Sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Fantastic! All that hard work really paid off! Somewhat bothersome that major kit makers tend to ignore "civil" aircraft like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold55 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Beautiful job on this! I have always loved the King Air, its a lovely plane. Have to agree with MBM - I wish this were available in 1/48. Actually, after reading what you needed to do to get this to come out I wish it were available in 1/48 from someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnl42 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 Outstanding results! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfman Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 A beautiful build, obviously a labour of love ! Wulfman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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