Completed - Eduard 1/48 Albatros DV

[Brad Cancian]

Hi all – here’s my latest completion, the Eduard 1/48 Albatros D.V, boxing number 8113.

 

This one had a couple of modifications. I scratch built a number of internal details, including internal frames, a fuel tank, a compass, and other instruments. Details were added to the engine to better replicate the Mercedes D.III engine used on early DVs. Belts and other bits and bobs were also added inside. One of the enduring criticisms of the Eduard Albatros DV is the kit’s short undercarriage legs; accordingly, I replaced these with some resin aftermarket legs (I can’t remember who they are from, as I bought them a number of years back, but they were a bit rough). I also replaced the kit spinner with a home made vacform item, as the kit spinner is also too rounded and bulbous. I also hand-riveted the nails on the fuselage. Rigging is elastic, with “bob’s buckles” turnbuckles and sleeves. The exhaust pipe is a Rex metal item.

 

The machine is painted in the markings of an early DV, D.2164/17, flown by 27 victory ace Karl Thom when he flew with Jasta 21, around June 1917. Thom would eventually earn the Pour le Merite, or “Blue Max”, on 01 November 1918, being one of the last aviation recipients of this revered award. Paint was a combination of oil paints for the fuselage, and SMS acrylic lacquers for the other colours (most were my own mix), and the decals from Eduard’s earlier 1124 dual combo boxing. Enough talk, here’s some pics:

 

 

And some pics of the interior / modifications:

 

 

For a more detailed build log, see here –

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13255.0

 

This kit has been a stalwart of Eduard's WW1 line up for 20 or so years, and she still builds up as the best 1/48 DV on the market today. The kit's relative simplicity when it comes to struts and rigging also makes it a great kit for someone cutting their teeth on 1/48 WW1 models.

 

Thanks for looking – feedback always welcomed!

 

BC

[Guest]

Absolutely superb job. The only downer being the comparison with mine in the display cabinet that demonstrates the rubbish I manage to produce. But thanks for showing. It's fantastic to view such a brilliant effort.  

[Toryu]

Outstanding detail, outstanding colours - outstanding model!

[Zigomar]

25 minutes ago, Toryu said:

Outstanding detail, outstanding colours - outstanding model!

+1!

[keefr22]

That is really lovely - stunning finish and some excellent detailing !

 

Beautiful model!

 

Keith

[Mig88]

Wow!! That is absolutely outstanding. The extra work you put in really paid off and the finish is simply superb. Well done!!!

 

Miguel

[theskits62]

Stunning work in every respect, well done.

[billn53]

Amazing work! It’s a shame that your interior mods and detailing are mostly hidden with the fuselage closed up.

[GoranD]

Awesome, my favorite plane from ww1, you did a great job on wood parts👌

[exdraken]

Very nice, fantastic Albatross!

[davidl]

Hey Brad

You're getting pretty good at these WW1 subjects, but - seriously - the fine detail in this one simply outstanding !!

Great job on the interior detailing, exterior nailing, and the exhaust pipe manifold pipe lagging.

How you managed to cram everything in there and still keep it all to scale is really wonderful

Thanks for sharing

I'm off to ogle your build log now !

David

 

[Brad Cancian]

Many thanks all for the very kind words! I am certainly humbled

 

Cheers again,

 

BC

 

 

[TimT]

Stunning model! Clearly a labour of love and the product of a great deal of talent - as with all your work, Inspiring and humbling in equal measure. 

[TallBlondJohn]

Very nice - I can appreciate it all the more as I'm currently doing battle with a pair of its 1/72 brethren

[Darwinism]

Terrific work BC - you’ve captured the plywood fuselage perfectly. 
 

Well done!

[ColinChipmunkfan]

Superb modelling and painting skills on display here, well done sir!!

[Jonners]

Sir, you are a master of the modelling craft. Wonderful result.

Jon

[Clio182]

Once again this site leaves me speechless.

 

Utterly stunning!

[Viking]

Beautiful Albatros, the woodwork is stunning. The correct length undercarriage legs make a huge difference, excellent model!

 

Cheers

 

John

[Roberto]

Masterpiece. Bravo!

[IvanP]

Fantantastic work and model! Really inspiring! Congrats.

 

Ivan

[Epeeman]

Simply outstanding!

 

Regards

 

Dave

[Brad Cancian]

Thanks for the very kind words everyone, I am certainly humbled by your positive feedback to my little Albatros!

 

Thanks again!

 

Brad

[2996 Victor]

Absolutely beautiful! 

 

Cheers,

Mark

[Sky Keg]

It’s easy to see that this is one perfectly executed model of the famed Albatros. 
 

Mike