AIrfix 1/72 Tempest for 486 Sqdn. RNZAF.

[Paul J]

Hi. Can I join in on the fun with this:

 

Both issues of the subject. But only one of them for this build.

Note the different plastic colour!

In progress.

The fit of parts ahs been really good. i liked the way the cockpit coaming/surround is done. A very well fitting parts!

Not completely fitted here.

THis is how far I've got with it. Painting stage and fitting all the delicate parts. However, I have lost the tailwheel. So a search in my undercart spares box for something suitable will need to be carried out.

[Corsairfoxfouruncle]

Welcome @Paul J yes of course you may join the build. Id like to build a couple of these and the Airfix Typhoons but every time I have $ they're sold out. Which unit have you chosen, I think you mentioned in the chat thread but I’ve forgotten ?

[Rabbit Leader]

Good to see this (these) Tempests on here. By my reckoning only 486 (New Zealand) Sqn. operated Tempests during WW2 however many more ‘Anzac’ pilots served in other regular units of the RAF. 
 

Airfix did quite a good job of this kit. The Engineering is quite clever and it really should pose no issues at all. From your progress shots, looks like you’re well on your way to success. 
 

Cheers and all the best.. Dave 

[LDSModeller]

6 minutes ago, Rabbit Leader said:

however many more ‘Anzac’ pilots served in other regular units of the RAF. 

So true Dave,

 

Fighter Command - Australian and New Zealand Pilots made up a fair share of the "Few" in the Battle of Britain

Bomber Command

Coastal Command

Far East Command/SEAC

Outside the RAF, you also have FAA.

So many topics to choose from 

 

Regards

 

Alan

[Paul J]

More pics of build continuing. Almost there now.

 

Top side. All primed and waiting for camo application with masking.

Rear band waiting for decal to set before tidying up. \Still need a tailwheel from my spares box It wont be the right one but will have to live with it.

[Rabbit Leader]

That’s come up well. Nice progress. 
Cheers.. Dave 

[Grandboof]

Nice work .

Martin H

[stevehnz]

Looking good Paul, 👍

[Paul J]

Finished.  I expect there will be others here from the same kit and markings. The more the merrier I suppose. Considering my shakes kicked in at the wrong moments during the build which did not help. Especially trying to paint the canopy and windshield framing!!

 

OH, I found a sort of suitable tailwheel that fitted the model of the right height but not quite what it should be. But it will have to do. More pics in gallery.

 

[Rabbit Leader]

Congratulations on a fine finish Paul. That’s a lovely Tempest build. 
Cheers.. Dave 

[Corsairfoxfouruncle]

12 hours ago, Paul J said:

Finished.  I expect there will be others here from the same kit and markings. The more the merrier I suppose. Considering my shakes kicked in at the wrong moments during the build which did not help. Especially trying to paint the canopy and windshield framing!!

 

OH, I found a sort of suitable tailwheel that fitted the model of the right height but not quite what it should be. But it will have to do. More pics in gallery.

 

Very nice finish on your Tempest Paul. 

[Wings unlevel]

Great result! Such a tough looking aeroplane.

[Grandboof]

Great looking Tempest . Well done .

Martin H