Sandbagger Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 (edited) Hi all, Here's my completed model of Avro Vulcan B.Mk.2, Serial No:XM573 of No.44 (Rhodesia) Squadron. The squadron was reformed in 1960 at Royal Air Force Waddington in Lincolnshire, UK, initially operating the Vulcan B Mk.1 from August 1960 then converting in January 1961 to the Vulcan B Mk.1a. The Vulcan's were operated as high-altitude bombers as part of the UK's strategic nuclear deterrent. In 1964,and due to the use of Soviet Surface to Air Missiles (SAMs), the Vulcan became vulnerable and their role was changed to low level penetration bombing. In 1968 the squadron was equipped with eight of the B Mk.2 versions, which carried the WE177 'laydown' bombs. In 1969 the Royal Navy took over the UK's role for nuclear deterrent and the Vulcan force was assigned to SACEUR, for the support of land forces. In this role conventional weapons would have been used with the option to convert to nuclear weapons should the situation on the ground escalate. The squadron served in this role until 1982, when their Vulcans were involved flying combat missions during the Falklands War. The squadron was eventually disbanded in December 1982. The model is the new release in 1:72nd scale by Airfix. The decal markings are partly from the 'Kits World' (KW172214) set. Paints used were primarily 'Tamiya' acrylic: Camouflage - RAF Medium Sea Grey (XF83) and RAF Dark Green (XF81). Anti-flash white - White (XF2) with added Buff (XF57). 'Flory' Dark Dirt wash for panel line wash and 'Alclad' Light Sheen (ALC-311) used for final sealing. Display base: 18mm thick MDF with routed profile edges and 8mm diameter holes for the model support rods. Sealed and painted matte-black with felt pads on the underside. 8mm diameter acrylic rod heat bent as support rods into the modified internal structure of the Vulcan model. Top surface is 2mm thick black Perspex, bored through to accept the ten squadron badges, the two acrylic support rods and black edge screws. Ten 25mm diameter lapel badges, representing the Vulcan squadrons, with the rear face clamping pins removed and filed flat. A woven No.44 Squadron patch. A clear acrylic cover fits over the display as protection against dust or damage. Please excuse the quality of the photographs - not that great. Mike Edited December 16, 2021 by Sandbagger 52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc72 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Very nice. I think you should correct your title. It sounds like an item of female anatomy.🤫 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzby061 Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Very nicely built, finished & presented. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Vader Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 WOW, I like that a lot. Can feel the ground shaking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Fantastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnT Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Nicely made and nicely presented Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 That paintjob is incredible. A beautiful finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t15dja Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 That is a work of art! Well done! By the way, how was the build? I've heard a lot about sink marks with the kit. Did you experience any issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djos Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Great presentation of the beautifully finished model regards Djordje Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Very nice. A long overdue kit beautifully done. 😍 Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandbagger Posted December 16, 2021 Author Share Posted December 16, 2021 6 hours ago, Paul J said: Very nice. I think you should correct your title. It sounds like an item of female anatomy.🤫 Oops - corrected. Some things play on your mind when modelling, Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandbagger Posted December 16, 2021 Author Share Posted December 16, 2021 2 hours ago, t15dja said: That is a work of art! Well done! By the way, how was the build? I've heard a lot about sink marks with the kit. Did you experience any issues? The build was OK apart from having to sand the nose weight container in the nose, as it stopped the forward fuselage halves closing up fully. The only real sink lines are along the trailing edge of the wings at the flaps. Once painted they're bare visible, so I didn't bother with filling and sanding them, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 That's an awesome build! Stunning display too! Very well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 Lovely Vulcan and great presentation too. Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 Delightful model and presentation! You can very proud of this one! Cheers Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinChipmunkfan Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 Modelling of a high standard and presentation is outstanding. What a great way to display a Vulcan, Well done sir!! Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 Gorgeous Vulcan and lovely display base too great work . Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Bob Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 The Vulcan and display base are both superb, looks fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 That's beautiful work and a great display! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerotechi Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 Brilliant looking tin triangle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eng Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 That is a stunning presentation, love the fact the lapel badges follow the profile of the leading edge. Very nice indeed. Eng Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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