Bengalensis Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 The Howmet TX is regarded as the most successful attempt at implementing a turbine engine in racing, actually with outright victories to its credit in the 1968 season. At Le Mans there was however little success, but the two cars entered still left a strong memory. I built this model from the recent 1/24 scale resin kit by Profil 24. The kit needs a bit of work to come together well, partly as the two cars entered at Le Mans had quite a few differences, like different wheel bases and door /roof layouts, and some kit parts seems a bit undecided which of the cars they want to be. I choose to build chassis #GTP1, number 23 in the race, as that seemed to need the least modifications to achieve. While it did take some effort to build it, it was still an enjoyable task, not least due to the almost Sci-Fi like engine compartment. I hope you like the result. The WIP-tread with a lot more info is found here. 21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neddy Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 Wow. I'm sure I'll be the first of many to comment on this beautifully executed and detailed model of a most unusual prototype. Excellent detailing, especially the engine bay pipework and the ubiquitous Mk 1 Cortina rear lights. Love it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 She's a beaut Jörgen! As usual, your craftmanship turned this into a gorgeous model. I love that engine but the metal roof looks awesome as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 Lovely result of an mostly unknown beauty Well done!!! Marco F 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 That is another absolutely beautiful build Jörgen, simply stunning! Really interesting car too! I somehow missed the build thread, so off for a read now! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherry268 Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 That's stunning, a real beauty I love the sixties Le Mans cars, they have real presence 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrejet Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 Lovely jubbly Awesome resin work as ever. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klubman01 Posted August 27, 2022 Share Posted August 27, 2022 Another beauty! Bravo! Trevor 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesa Jussila Posted August 27, 2022 Share Posted August 27, 2022 Once again impressive build. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilX Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 A very beautiful built that comes out of the ordinary ... 😍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAUL67 Posted August 29, 2022 Share Posted August 29, 2022 Love the work on the engine bay…very well done.. Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitkent Posted August 30, 2022 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Absolutely fabulous! I’m especially loving the rear end of this car. Chris. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Jörgen , Absolutely BEAUTIFUL and splendidly done. I love the Engine... what a detailed looking vehicle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desert falcon Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Immaculate work 👍 The soundtrack from the ‘power plant” must have been quite something to listen to 🚀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k5054nz Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 What a beautiful build! Bravo, you've captured the real deal perfectly! What a fine addition to the collection. On 9/5/2022 at 6:52 AM, desert falcon said: The soundtrack from the ‘power plant” must have been quite something to listen to 🚀 I found this the other day - it's rather surreal hearing a jet like this! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Wow! Absolutely superb! Not knowing anything about the actual racers, I was pleasantly surprised how beautiful the car looks (to me at least). Your build is beautiful too. I especially love the engine bay. The whole thing proves you're a master modeler! 👏👏👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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