Need some help

[superhornet1015]

Hey everyone, just a quick question. Is the Martin Baker Mk 10 the same as the Mk S10L? I have a 1:48 JAS Gripen and I want to put a resin seat in it,but I'm not sure if the Mk 10 is the same as the Mk S10L? After doing some research that is,found out what seat is in it.

Any help, Pete

[Phil]

The L indicates the lightweight version.

I'm not familiar with the S version (L or otherwise) so I'm sorry I can't confirm the differences.

Edited September 16, 2009 by Phil

[rod mcq]

According to page 98 of the Aerofax book on the Gripen, the differences between a standard MB 10L and the Swedish S10LS are

1. Further improved seat comfort

2. Gas-operated drogue gun and seat timer

3. Redundant gas system

4. Leg restraint

5. Increased head rest

6. Canopy breaker on theseat pan

7. Rocket initiator safety device

8. Locator beacon and safety nadle with electrical indication

9. Extended seat beam for taller Swedish pilots.

Just how these things changes alter the appearance of the seat is another question. Have you tried the Martin Baker site? there could be photos there. Martin Baker website

Edited September 16, 2009 by rod mcq

[superhornet1015]

Hey Phil,Hey Rod, Thanks for the info. It looks like I can pretty much use a standard looking Mk 10 and get away with using that. I don't see much in the way of any differences. That helps a lot.

Pete

[Rob M.]

HI Guys,

http://www.martin-baker.co.uk/Products/Eje...ats/Mk--10.aspx

Hope this clarifies things a bit,

Rob M.

Edited September 27, 2009 by Rob M.

[Phil]

I used to work on IT10Lk seats, which were Italian (license assembled) Mk10 lightweight seats, the K indicating New Zealand (Kiwi). We have these in our Aermacchi MB339C/B aircraft.

[superhornet1015]

So,basically I can take an SJU-5a for an F-18 and that would work. If that's the case I already have one in my box of resin seats and I am good to go. thanks for the help guy's.I looked at that web site,that was a big help.

Later boys,Pete