Popular Post woody37 Posted November 5, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted November 5, 2022 As a slight diversion away from Bomber Command, I'm wanting to build a few civvy and prototype variants of the aircraft that served the force during WWII and the group build was a perfect opportunity. The Revell kit goes together well but suffers some shape and detail issues that get in the way of the overall look if you know the aircraft well. I've attempted to correct most of them, particularly the engine nacelles and fortunately @Stew Dapple saved me with some metal Aeroclub props. Aldo a big thanks to @WhitleyZ6743 Dan for donating a set of early tail planes that don't come with the B.III kit. I'm not completely happy with my efforts on the exhaust collector rings, but they look better than the standard kit offering. Painted in MRP lacquers apart from the green which is Tamiya XF-81 and Resin Lanc wheels and gun barrels. I noticed an oversight after taking the pics, it looks as if the rear of the mid upper was painted rather than clear so I might sort that out. The aircraft went through several configurations in its time so it's a case of choosing one based on a photograph, but it's hard to get it wrong! The build is here: Quote The aircraft as modelled with original tailplanes but BP Type A mid upper and Tollerton nose Later tails fitted. Shorter Carb intake ducts fitted here too for some reason And the plastic pics: Thanks for looking Neil 103 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomprobert Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Absolutely superb! Makes for a very different Halifax with the yellow. Lovely subtle weathering too - beautiful job. Tom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallBlondJohn Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Agreed, beautifully done and the yellow looks very smart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeddahbill Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maginot Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Superb Halibag! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig88 Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Impressive work and fantastic result. Well done! Miguel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACALAIN Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 2 hours ago, woody37 said: As a slight diversion away from Bomber Command, I'm wanting to build a few civvy and prototype variants of the aircraft that served the force during WWII and the group build was a perfect opportunity. The Revell kit goes together well but suffers some shape and detail issues that get in the way of the overall look if you know the aircraft well. I've attempted to correct most of them, particularly the engine nacelles and fortunately @Stew Dapple saved me with some metal Aeroclub props. I'm not completely happy with my efforts on the exhaust collector rings, but they look better than the standard kit offering. Painted in MRP lacquers apart from the green which is Tamiya XF-81 and Resin Lanc wheels and gun barrels. I noticed an oversight after taking the pics, it looks as if the rear of the mid upper was painted rather than clear so I might sort that out. The aircraft went through several configurations in its time so it's a case of choosing one based on a photograph, but it's hard to get it wrong! The build is here: The aircraft as modelled with original tailplanes but BP Type A mid upper and Tollerton nose Later tails fitted. Shorter Carb intake ducts fitted here too for some reason And the plastic pics: Thanks for looking Neil Nice, well done. Alain 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinnerboy Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Excellent! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackman Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 I really like your weathering , especially on the wings. The subtle oil streaks are quite well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autle Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Stunning looking model and a really interesting subject. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Superb build and finish. A really smart looking model. Cheers Malcolm 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Neil, Impressive work on an unusual subject - lovely build and finish! Cheers, Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Well that is a real beauty Neil, another flawless build and as always a real pleasure to look at, Cheers John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 A cracking model Neil, great job on this one. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich G Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 That is really nice, not only a rare subject but a superb build all round! Rich 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planebuilder62 Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Brilliant build Woody👍👍👍👍👍😊😊😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuraiwarrior Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Hi Neil, That is just super. Your choice of subject creates a very different looking Halifax. Love the paint job and your presentation of the model. Super stuff. Thanks for sharing Kevin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 That looks very nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted November 6, 2022 Author Share Posted November 6, 2022 Thanks for the kind comments guys, I'd love to see a new kit with more accurate shapes, let's keep our fingers crossed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alzictorini Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Nice one Woody and a good project to invest and build, what’s next. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerboy Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Gobsmackly good, ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’ and behold it’s a beauty! Absolutely full of admiration, good job! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
François Escudé Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 wowww !! so nice !! great ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_RAFBC Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 An amazing build and certainly one to be proud of! Dan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Outstanding! Not much more I can say......just outstanding! 👏👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 Damn, that's nice, really really nice. 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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