andrewfl290 Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 It must be a couple of years now since Airfix released their superb 1/24 Mosquito Fighter Bomber, I had hoped that in due course there would be a Bomber version......but nothing yet. We have had first class upgrades from the now defunct Paragon and conversions from Alley Cat, notably the Tse Tse Mosquito......but still no Bomber. I suppose the aftermarket did not pursue the Bomber because of an expectation that Airfix would follow up the Fighter Bomber with a Bomber......but nothing. Will Airfix or will the aftermarket come to the rescue. To my mind an aftermarket solution would be best, mix and match to be able to build a Bomber or PRU variant. 2 stage engine nacelles, bulged bomb bay, glazed nose and bomber cockpit and canopy would be a start. Any Takers? Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgar Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 There have been assurances of a bomber version, which is, almost certainly, why no resin company has made any efforts in that direction. Also, at the end of last year, Hornby said that they were having to make yet another production run, and, only two weeks ago, a model shop owner said that he's still selling the original kit, and has had to order more. I can't see Hornby pushing the bomber version out, while there are still sales to be made, with the F.B. version. Edgar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8fan Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Edgar, Thanks for the information regarding the extra production run and the fact that it is still selling. This is great news for Hornby. A wonderful kit, and I congratulate Hornby for having the guts to release it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Still want one, But I'd rather not spend the money on one just yet.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiffy Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Still want one, But I'd rather not spend the money on one just yet.. I've got the Paragon goodies, but I also have not bought the kit yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin @ RAM Models Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Do we know which bomber marks are rumoured to be released at all ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewfl290 Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 Under present economic conditions will Airfix want to dilute sales of the FB by introducing the bomber or do they consider the market incapable of supporting both? It wouldn't take much effort, or would it? I guess the reverse comparison is the Paragon conversion of the Revell bomber version to a larger scale. Put it this way I would buy an Airfix bomber variant now. Alternatively I would buy another Airfix FB and an aftermarket conversion now...... Seems like win win for Airfix. Anyone else want one or am I all alone? Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Whats the difference between a Fighter Bomber and a Bomber? Could one not scratch build the difference?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgar Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 It rather depends on how good you are at moulding canopies; the F.B. has a flat-fronted screen, while the bomber version is V-shaped, and you'll need a see-through bomb-aimer's cupola on the tip of the nose. Edgar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewfl290 Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 It is not impossible but it would be very time consuming, spare time is not something I have a lot of. It would also require skills that I don't have, granted I could learn but then it's back to the time thing again. Basic differences to my knowledge are, canopy, nose glazing, cockpit, bomb bay and under nose area. Then there are two stage nacelles and bulged bomb bay depending on variant. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Thats fair enough, I wouldn't want to do a canopy either! Body mods I would though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Folkbox1 Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I believe the door for the crew was in a different place on the bomber and fighter variants (not sure about the FB version though). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Python Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Not forgetting the crew enterance for the bomber version was on the underside of the aircraft and not on the starboard side, as on the fighter. Also, the small glazed panels on both sides of the nose as well. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunpowder17 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Resurrecting this old thread , does anyone have any drawings of the two noses side by side? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamf Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I could do a conversion set if I had the drawings and maybe borrow a fuselage section. I have the technology but I'm not going to hunt for the drawings! That can take longer than making the masters... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Stuart Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 (edited) In addition to the canopy, the door positions varied between types. The FB, and many NF types had the entry door on the starboard side, the bomber, and some NF had the door underneath Edited July 5, 2012 by Robert Stuart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Belbin Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 And still nothing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixII Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Be patient paduan, comes all, to he who waits! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral Puff Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 10 minutes ago, PhoenixII said: Be patient paduan, comes all, to he who waits! if he doesn't die first ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixII Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 11 hours ago, Admiral Puff said: if he doesn't die first ... Ahh, be negative, not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike romeo Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Is this Airfix's Big Telford announcement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Belbin Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 It was only seven years ago this thread was started . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelh Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Not going to happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike romeo Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 On 11/8/2018 at 11:03 AM, mike romeo said: Is this Airfix's Big Telford announcement? Er, no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiral Puff Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Please see the "Grump" thread in Chat ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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