Airfix Model World 05 2016

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REVIEWS
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new 1/48 Gloster
Meteor F.8
EASTERN CAT
Rye Field’s 1/35 £4.40
Tiger I
ALPHA MIKE X-RAY

Kinetic’s 1/48 AMX
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WELCOME TO ISSUE 66
builder Dave Fisher decided to Thankfully, two stalwarts of our of meeting this great man, and world
take a break from contributing and current contributor team have record holder for types flown (487).
his loss is felt keenly, particularly stepped up and taken the plunge He was, and forever will be the world’s
because it has been difficult for us with maritime builds, so once greatest test pilot. Quite why this
to recruit a new maritime specialist again AMW can be a truly rounded legend never received a Knighthood
who has the requisite modelling modelling magazine. Trumpeter’s is anyone’s guess, particularly
skill, necessary camera and lighting 1/700 1907 HMS Dreadnought considering his massive contribution
equipment and dedication…being will appear in the next issue, and to the world of flying. It’s now time
a contributor is not for everyone I predict you’ll be happy with the to read Winkle’s classic book Wings
and it demands much effort. Ships results. I was shocked when I On My Sleeve yet again, to help me
are tricky; their length and shape realised the actual finished size decide which kit I might build in my
makes them difficult to photograph of the model, and it just goes to own tribute. I’m veering towards the
and one’s depth of field can easily show that with the right care and wartime Martlet…but what would
go to hell in a handcart if the attention to detail, great things can your choice be? I’d love to hear from
camera gear, settings and lighting come in small packages. you but for now, enjoy the issue.
I
received a letter from a are not ‘bang on’. Regular readers This naval theme allows me to
disgruntled reader recently, will know that we strive to offer segue to my all-time aviation hero,
highlighting our lack of maritime excellent photography, and I’m not Captain Eric ‘Winkle’ Brown CBE,
builds…and the fact has certainly happy to let any issue of AMW DSC, AFC, Hon FRAeS, RN. Capt
been a source of frustration for me. ‘out of the door’ if this Brown died on February 16 this Chris Clifford, Editor
Some time ago our resident ship isn’t so. year, but twice I’d had the honour chris.clifford@keypublishing.com
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CONTENTS
WHAT'S INSIDE?
48 EXCLUSIVE BUILD
GLOSTER METEOR F.8
REGULARS
06 News
The latest happenings in the world of
plastic modelling.
10 Show Scene
At-a-glance model show calendar.
86 Free Model!
Claim your free Airfix 1/72 Grumman
F4F-4 Wildcat or Hawker Hurricane
Mk.I kit when you take out a 2-year
or Direct Debit subscription to AMW.
88 On the Shelf
Nineteen pages of reviews highlight
the latest modelling and reference
products from around the world.
114 The Plastic

Surgery
Quiz AMW’s team of contributors,
history writers and industry contacts
regarding your own modelling
conundrums.
38 INTERMEDIATE
VW GOLF 1 GTI
BUILD
14 INTERMEDIATE BUILD
AMX FIGHTER-BOMBER
4 Airfix Model World

CONTENTS
WHAT'S INSIDE?
FEATURES
14 Intermediate Build – Alpha Mike X-Ray
Low-vis grey has never looked so good, courtesy of Brain Wakeman’s 1/48
Kinetic AMX fighter-bomber.
22 Out and About – Dordogne Delights

David Garden reports on the 10th annual model show in Montignac, France
24 Intermediate build – Eastern Cat Part 1

Rye Field Model caused a stir when it released its recent 1/35 Tiger I with
full interior detail. John Bonanni shows how to get the best results from this
impressive kit.
32 Out and About – Anglian Flourish

Assistant Editor Stu Fone reports from Peterborough Scale Model Club’s
second show at its smart new city venue.
SHOW SCENE 34 Out and About – Welcoming Crewe
East of England Stu Fone tells all about South Cheshire’s excellent 33rd Universal Model Show
Model Show at Crew Heritage Centre.
36 Out and About – Yorkshire Pride

Andy Davies and Radleigh Bushell offer photos from this year’s Huddersfield
Model Show.
38 Intermediate Build – The Original Hot Hatch

Revell’s new 1/24 VW Golf 1 GTI is built by Dr James Whalen, who replicates an
accurate UK right-hand drive example.
SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT: GLOSTER METEOR F.8

48 Exclusive Build – Magnificent ‘Meatbox’
Peter Johnson builds an exclusive test-shot of Airfix’s new 1/48 Meteor F.8, finished in High Speed Silver
56 Photo Focus – Meteor F.8

Matthew Roberts provides useful walk-round photos of the Meteor
F.8 at Gloucestershire’s Jet Age Museum.
58 Meteor F.8 Cutaway

Get to grips with the inside and out of the Meteor F.8 with our stunning Mike
Badrocke drawing…perfect for scratch-builders!
60 In Focus – Great Eight

Malcolm V Lowe offers essential history and period images of the Meteor F.8.
Colour profiles are by Andy Hay.
66 Out and About – Somerset Special

The Fleet Air Arm’s first model show of the season was visited by AMW’s
contributor Glenn Sands.
68 Intermediate Build – Small Wonder

Mike Grant has a tiny challenge in Brengun’s 1/144 mixed media Mignet HM-14.
Walk-round photos of the aircraft are also provided by Editor Chris Clifford.
72 In Focus – Flying Fleas!

Flypast Magazine’s Ken Ellis is the recognised expert on Henri Mignet and his
home-built ‘Pou de Ciel’ aircraft designs. Here, he offers a fascinating history
article on the type.
76 Intermediate Build – Space Hopper

76 INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
Andrew Moore adds extra detail and superb weathering to Hasegawa’s
Maschinen Kreiger LUM-168 Camel
NEWS BULLETIN
LATEST UPDATES
FIGHTER-
ADVERSARIES AND BOMBER FIESTA
AEROBATS TWO SUPERB 1/48 naval fast jets
have been released by Kinetic.
49 smart bombs, ATLIS II
targeting pod or AS.30L missile
The first fills a true gap in are supplied (but Eduard and
the market, as the firm’s new L’Arsenal offer after-market ’12
Super Etendard (SuE) means and ’49 LGBs). Decals are for all
we now have a more modern three users, namely France, Iraq
kit than the old (but good for and Argentina.
its day) Airfix/Heller offering. The second gem is Russia’s
This SuE (48061) comes on six awesome Su-33 naval Flanker
styrene runners; the three main (48062) whose mould
frames are accompanied by two apparently comes via a
others chock-full of stores, and ‘stillborn’ external source. The
clear parts. The type’s Super level of refinement is slightly
Etendard Modernise format higher than on Kinetic’s usual-
is also accounted for with good offerings, and this is
alternative instrument panels especially apparent in areas
and vertical tail fairings, and such as the mainwheels, three-
Kinetic’s usual high standard piece exhausts and sublime one-
of moulding is evident. Plus- piece Archer and Alamo missiles.
points include wing folds and There are also wing folds, a
AIRFIX’S RECENT World War Corps, but both are as seen in separate control surfaces, and highly impressive cockpit, super-
One releases, the B.E.2c and 1916. the stores comprise Exocet and thin photo-etched brass details,
Fokker Eindecker, have been For fans of more modern things Matra Magic missiles, Phimat Crossdelta-designed decals and
boxed together as a Dogfight with wings, the Airfix 1/72 Hawk and Remora countermeasures, an open/closed airbrake option.
Doubles release (A50177). T.1 has been re-released, this Damocles targeting pod, In short, it’s a total stunner. Look
Readers who purchased our time in the patriotically tailed three sizes of fuel tank and out for builds of both kits in
February issue will already know 2015 livery of the Red Arrows. the Douglas buddy refuelling AMW soon. For more details visit
all about the superb detail on This moulding is available in pod. Oddly, no GBU-12 or GBU- www.luckymodel.com
these 1/72 kits, but if one hasn’t standard format with just kit
bought them yet then this is the parts (A02005C) and a Starter
perfect opportunity. The Fokker Set (A55202B), which comes
colour scheme portrays the E.II with four acrylic paints, glue and
of Otto Kissenberth and Eduard a paintbrush.
Böhme, while the B.E.2c is ‘2017’ For further details visit: www.
of 13 Squadron, Royal Flying airfix.com
GREAT WAR COLOURS

and an initial range of 20ml
lacquer-based paints comprise
ten basic and ten mixed hues for
German subjects. Four new tones
applicable to Royal Flying Corps
aircraft have been released, PC10
and PC12, along with Royal Air
Force Blue and Royal Air Force
Red, with the latter two intended
for roundels and fin flashes. The
colour density of this paint is
excellent, and it dries to a very
smooth finish, even when brush-
painted. Also provided to AMW
THE WONDERFULLY named is a sample of basic colour No.2
Czech company Drooling Bulldog Zinc White, and this is the first
has spent more than two years (to this reviewer’s knowledge)
researching the chemical basis of occasion that this shade has
World War One aircraft shades. been available as paint, rather
Its diligence has resulted in than primer. Additional details
arguably the closest matches yet are available by visiting:
to those 100-year-old colours, www.droolingbulldog.com

NAUTICAL RETURNS
MANY FAR-Eastern releases
are ‘limited edition’ and
popular subjects are
frequently unavailable for
long periods…but thankfully
Dragon and Cyber-hobby
have re-issued two 1/700
favourites.
From Dragon comes
USS Lake Erie CG-70
(7142), a Mk.41 vertical
launch system-configured
Ticonderoga-class guided
missile destroyer. It is a
re-box of previous offerings
with a new decal sheet for
this particular vessel, but
retains the full-hull, stand
and photo-etched (PE)
metal components from
all releases since 2007.
The latter are particularly
fine, and include parts for
both masts, although for
modellers who prefer not
to use PE, styrene versions destroyer HMS Dragon and hangar doors, boarding
are provided. Dragon has (7109), and its contents ramps, antenna fittings and
ensured this kit is fully are identical to previous rotors for the Merlin, but
up-to-date, with a runner for offerings. This means there with the evocative artwork
the latest SATCOM domes is a choice of full-hull and this will be a striking vessel
and 62 calibre Mk.4 gun waterline configurations, when completed. As ever the
barrels. Visit www.hobbyco. and provision of a Merlin parts are well moulded, with
net for further details. HMA.1 helicopter, Phalanx no flash and all exhibit fine
Cyber-hobby’s re-release close-in weapon systems detail, which is presented
features the best scheme and RGM-84 Harpoon anti- as a combination of raised
on a warship for years, shipping missiles. PE items and engraved features. For
which is the red dragon are limited to flight-deck further details see
on the bows of Type 45 netting, boat compartment www.amerang.co.uk
RALLYING BRITS
of the five-point harnesses.
Surprisingly for a rally car,
there is a chrome runner
provided (for light sockets,
vehicle trim and bumpers),
although most will inevitably
be dulled or obscured by mud
and dirt from the rally circuit.
Two types of vinyl tyre are
provided, but just the low-
profile ‘S’ tread versions will
be required and these are
beautifully moulded items.
HAVING ALREADY tooled to its first-class moulding One of the first offerings to
Ford’s Fiesta, rally specialist and stunning detail. While benefit from Belkits’ new
Belkits has now turned its left- and right-hand drive collaboration with Cartograf,
attention to that other classic configurations are possible, all of the sponsor logos and
design, the legendary Escort just the latter is required for even vehicle stripes are
RS 1600 Mk.1. this particular version. The provided in decal form, which
Its 1/24 scale offering of seatbelts are a combination of simplifies painting. Finishing
the 1972 Daily Mirror RAC fabric strips and photo-etched touches are provided by
Rally winner (BEL007) has metal buckles and brackets, metallic Ford and Escort
been well worth the wait, due and build into faithful replicas logos. Visit: www.belkits.com
NEWS BULLETIN
LATEST UPDATES
FAST FRAMING MID-SEASON RACER

MCLAREN-HONDA’S MP4-30
may not have enjoyed success
on the track during the 2015
Formula 1 season, but Ebbro’s
new 1/20 kit (20014) is set to be
a real winner for modellers.
The featured vehicle is a ‘middle
season’ version of this high-
performance car and comprises
four styrene runners. Ebbro’s
CZECH COMPANY Peewit attention to detail is evident
is rapidly gaining a good throughout, in terms of the
reputation for its fine kabuki- correct configuration of the
style canopy masking products, steering wheel and complex
which are available in 1/144, 1/72, front suspension. There has been
1/48 and 1/32 scales. an obvious effort to capture
It also produces a series of 1/72 the vehicle’s sinuous curves,
scale camouflage masks, and most notably in the wonderful provided (as vinyl items) and of the lighter-coloured items are
has released the first in a series combined body shell/airbox/ these are pre-marked with the sufficiently opaque to prevent
of ‘universal’ shapes, starting engine cover components. Pirelli logo and red ‘super-soft’ bleed-through of the underlying
with circles of varying diameters, Note that should a driver be tyre compound identification metallic black hue, and there
which will be very useful for fitted, this would have to be stripes. The decals are splendid, are options for either Jenson
panels and wheels. Those sets either before the body shell is possessing perfect register and Button’s (#22) or Fernando
received by AMW include masks attached, or with removal of eye-wateringly bright orange Alonso’s (#14) vehicle. Further
for Airfix’s new 1/72 Stuka the cockpit coaming (part A2). trim...the conspicuous carbon- information is available at:
(M72049), B5N2 Kate (M72037) Just slick dry weather tyres are fibre panels are also provided. All www.ebbro.co.jp
and F4F-4 Wildcat (M72038)
with other examples for recent
TWELVE DAZZLING SLUFS

offerings by KP, Zvezda, Mark
I Models, RS Models and Fly.
These are available in the UK via
Hannants (www.hannants.co.uk), FANS OF the Vought A-7 will
but for more information visit love the new sheets of 1/72
www.peewit.wix.com markings released by Xtradecal.
Hannants own-brand label
now offers 12 separate
BOSPHORUS SHOW schemes across three packages
ISTANBUL MODELLING Club will hold its (X72240/241/242), named US
third Scale Model Contest and Exhibition Navy A-7 Corsair II Parts One,
at the Rahmi Koç Technology Museum in Two and Three respectively.
Istanbul on May 7-8, 2016. Every option celebrates the
Sponsored by Airfix, Badger and heady high-visibility days of the
Vallejo, this event attracts modellers 1970s and 80s, and all the major
from all over Europe and is Turkey’s players are represented; from
largest model show. In addition to the the famous ram’s head of VA-83
high-quality builds and dioramas on ‘Rampagers’ and dark blue/
display, visitors will be able to view all black ‘Toro’ of VA-37 ‘Bulls’,
of the museum’s locomotive, ship and to rarer liveries such as the
engineering exhibits. Opening times are stylised ‘NM’ of VA-155 ‘Silver
9am-6pm on May 7 and 12pm-6pm on May Foxes’ and the intricate motif
8. For further details see: www.yarisma. of VA-174 ‘Hellrazors’. A-7B and
modelcilikkulubu.org E sub-types are catered for,
and each option also comes
DINO ERROR with its own stencilling and
WE MUST apologise to Pocketbond and all national insignia. Whether
readers for quoting an incorrect price in the Fujimi, Esci, or Hobby
March issue’s Pegasus Tyrannosaurus build. Boss kits are the recipients,
Instead of the quoted £37.99, the kit is in there’s a wealth of choice here,
fact priced at £39.99. including Commander Air Group
and Bicentennial jets. Never
mind the Short Little Ugly
Fella nickname...these all look
gorgeous! For further details,
visit: www.hannants.co.uk
Search: 'Airfix Model World'

NEWS BULLETIN
LATEST UPDATES
MINIATURE DESERT LIFE-SAVER

PROPAGANDA
ARCHER FINE Transfers’ No specific date-range is
products have become the provided, and this adds to the
go-to accessory for diorama breadth of announcements,
modellers, and the firm’s with pre- and post-invasion
propaganda posters are examples from France and
second-to-none. the Netherlands. These would
This batch of 1/35 scale be a great addition to any
releases covers World War vignette or diorama, and as
Two nations predominantly, explained in the instructions,
but also includes Spanish Civil can easily be crumpled,
War subjects...each comprises crushed, torn or even burned
a mix of military and civilian- to simulate weathering and
orientated messages in a range damage. The packs include:
of sizes, all printed on what AR35384 Dutch, AR35385
appears to be 100gsm paper. Canadian, AR35387 French
A wide variety of themes are WWII, AR35388 Polish WWII, BETTER KNOWN as a transport accurately. For a resin item, the
covered, with anti-Fascist and AR35389 Russian WWII and and search-and-rescue (SAR) main canopy is commendably
anti-Communist/Bolshevik AR35391 Spanish Civil War. helicopter, the US Air Force’s H-3 clear, and its attachment to the
subjects, and there are even Each pack retails for US $6.95; Jolly Green Giant also provided casting block is at the base,
dual-language notices in the for further details visit: combat-SAR support during the minimising any risk of damage to
Polish and Canadian packs. www.archertransfers.com 1991 Gulf War. the transparencies. While there
Five airframes were modified is a fully detailed cockpit, the
with infra-red jammers, forward- main cabin is comparatively bare,
looking infra-red sensors, GPS with just a length of plastic card
antennas, heavy machine guns provided for the floor and a small
and dispatched to Saudi Arabia section of roof above the rear
on January 10, 1991, where they access ramp. Thankfully, there
became known as MH-3E ‘Pave are three .50 cal gun mounts with
Pigs’. Whirlybird Models’ new associated ammunition canisters,
1/72 resin kit (WPX72041) of this and these will add welcome
little-known variant is an update interest to the ramp and side
of its HH-3E/F, with additional doors. The decals are superb, with
parts on seven casting blocks and all necessary markings, walkways,
a second photo-etched metal fret. airframe mesh grilles and even
Parts quality is very good, notably camel and footprint silhouettes
the fuselage halves, which have for any of the five airframes. More
few air bubbles and reproduce details are available at:
the type’s characteristic shape www.whirlybirdmodels.com
EARLY-WARNING GROWLER
AFTER 30 years of just the Frog wing fuel tank access hatch.
Shackleton, modellers are now Revell’s slightly inconsistent
spoilt for choice with the Revell moulding is again apparent,
AEW.2 and Airfix MR.2 offerings. with more flash on the parts
Comparisons aside (as each has than would be expected for a
its own strengths), Revell’s 1/72 kit modern kit, and several sink
(04920) is impressive, with finely marks, but most modellers will
engraved rivets and panel lines, probably accept this in return
and there are sufficient clues in for the busy exterior. From an
the layout to indicate a future accuracy perspective, apart
MR.3 release. Unfortunately, from several minor (but easily
many details from the latter corrected) faults, there are two
have been included on the AEW.2 main issues: the rounded rear
components (and AEW.2 aspects fuselage cross-section and outer
have been omitted), and while the wings with excessive chord, add plenty of interest. The decals WL756/56 ‘Mr. Rusty’, 8 Sqn,
majority will be easy to rectify, both of which will be difficult to provide full airframe stencilling, RAF Lossiemouth, late 1973
others will need more effort. remedy. However, this will build and the lack of carrier film around WL795/95 ‘Zebedee’, 8 Sqn, RAF
These include removal of the into a very impressive ‘Growler’ larger walkway lines will minimise Lossiemouth, June 1981
bulkhead behind the gunner’s seat for the less fussy, and the busy silvering. There are two overall For more details visit:
and filling the inaccurate upper cockpit and fuselage interiors will Dark Sea Grey schemes: www/revell.de/en
SHOW SCENE
DIARY DATES
SHOW SCENE
At-a-glance model
and airshow
calendar
Lancing Show
MAY 14, 2016
Hosts: South Downs Model Group
THE PARISH
HALL, Address: The Parish Hall, South
LANCING Street, Lancing, West
Sussex, BN15 8AJ
Times: 10am-4pm
Prices: Free
Tel: N/A
Email: info@lancingmodelshow.
org.uk
Web: www.lancingmodelshow.
org.uk
APR THE SCOTTISH NATIONAL APR CARMARTHEN MODELLER’S MAY 13TH MODELLBAU MAY MODEL 2016
23-24 SCALE MODEL SHOW 30 EXHIBITION 2016 8 AUSSTELLUNG 28
Hosts: Scottish Model Clubs Hosts: Carmarthen Modeller’s Club Hosts: Modelbaufreunde Siegen Hosts: IPMS Torbay & South
Devon/Torbay Military
Address: The Dewars Centre, Glover Address: Carmarthen Town Library, Address: Festhalle Wilnsdorf,
Modelling Society
Street, Perth, PH2 0TH King Street, Carmarthen, Rathausstrasse 9, 57234
SA31 1LN Wilnsdorf, Germany Address: Torquay Town Hall, Castle
Times: Sat 10am-5pm Circus, Torquay, Devon
Times: 10.30am-3.30pm Times: 10am-5pm
Sun 10am-4pm TQ1 3DR
Prices: Adults £1.50, children 50p Prices: Adults €2, under-12s free
Prices: Adults £8, concessions Times: 9.30am-4.30pm
£4.50, juniors £2.50, family Tel: N/A Tel: N/A
Prices: Adults £2.50, over 65s £1.50,
(2+2) £15 Email: carmarthenmodellersclub@ Email: info@modellbaufreunde- under 13s £1, family £5
siegen.de
Tel: 07709 399785 gmail.com Tel: N/A
Web: www.modellbaufreunde-
Email: jimd.scott52@btinternet.com Web: www.clubbz.com/ Email: torbayandsouthdevon.
siegen.de
club/38469/carmarthen/ ipms@gmail.com
Web: www.scotnats.org.uk
camarthenmodellersclub Web: www.ipmstorbay.com
MAY AEROBILIA 16
APR MODEL KRAFT 2016 14
24 MAY IPMS GLOUCESTER MODEL JUN IPMS SPACE COAST 2016
Hosts: Boscombe Down Aviation
8 SHOW 2016 3-5 REGIONAL MODELFEST
Hosts: Milton Keynes Scale Model Museum (BDAC)
Club Hosts: IPMS Gloucester Hosts: IPMS Space Coast
Address: BDAC Museum, Old Sarum
Address: Stantonbury Leisure Address: Churchdown Community Airfield, Old Sarum, Address: Melbourne Civic Auditorium,
Centre, Milton Keynes, Centre, Parton Road Salisbury, Wilts, SP4 6DZ 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd,
Melbourne, Florida, USA
MK14 6BN Churchdown, GL3 2JH Times: 10am-4pm
Times: Fri: 12pm-5pm
Times: 10am-4pm Times: 10am-4pm Prices: Adults £8, concessions £7,
Sat: 9am-5pm
under-16s £5, under-5s free
Prices: Adults £5, senior citizens Prices: Adults £3.50, children and Sun: 9am-12pm
£3, children free OAPs £1.50 Tel: 01722 323636
Prices: Free
Tel: N/A Tel: 01285 659254 Email: hugh.sillett48@btinternet.
Tel: N/A
com
Email: timupsonsmith@live.co.uk Email: gundylunch@sky.com Email: mwarthing@cfl.rr.com
Web: www.boscombedown
Web: www.mksmc.co.uk Web: N/A aviationcollection.co.uk Web: IPMS Space Coast (Facebook)
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IMPORTANT: It is worth noting that ALL events are subject to change or cancellation. This information has been collated from a variety of sources and was believed to be correct at
the time of going to press. To advertise your event here, email: chris.clifford@keypublishing.com

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INTERMEDIATE BUILD
AMX
Brian Wakeman builds Kinetic’s new quarter-scale

rendition of the charismatic AMX fighter-bomber
B
efore its first flight Still flying with the air arms of Italy’s AMX airframes received
on May 15, 1984, the Italy and Brazil, the majority of the operational logistical and
joint Italian-Brazilian the surviving 192 Aeronautica capacity (ACOL) improvements
AMX International was Militaire Italiana (AMI) airframes by the end of last year. They
conceived as a mixed-role light have benefited from a host of incorporated a slightly different
attack aircraft. mid-life upgrades, and 55 of nose profile, night-vision goggle
 Kinetic supplies complete Italian and Brazilian forward sections. The detail level is  Fine filler was needed to smooth the join line; in this instance a hint of Vallejo Fine White
superb and the differences are immediate. Putty did the trick.

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AMX
Kinetic’s colour schemes
Overall the cockpit

was more than
adequate to use as
supplied, although a
resin seat would add
extra refinement.
• A-1A, 5506, 1°/16° Grupo de aviacao – Esq. Adelfi, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2008
• AMX, MM7133/51-32, 51° Stormo, 132° Gruppo Caccia Bombardieri Ricognitori,
Treviso-Istrana, Italy, 2007
• AMX, MM7175/51-45, ISAF Task Group ‘Black Cats’, 51° Stormo, Afghanistan, 2009
capability and new precision a Saharan wind, in action during

weapons and GPS navigation the Kosovo campaign, flying 250
system. The word ‘International’ combat missions. More recently
was applied for the 1980s sales in Afghanistan, AMI aircraft Children’s Plasticine
drive, with the only real chance performed close air support with is great for adding
of success being Venezuela, favourable results. nose weight to a
model…easy to use
which placed an order for eight
and very pliable.
aircraft. This was later rejected Attention to detail
after United States pressure Kinetic has a habit of producing
regarding technology transfer, models on many modellers’ wish
but Brazil then purchased 43 lists, while making the most
A-1Ms. When sitting side-by-side, from its moulds. Recently, the
the differences between both single-seat (AMX) and twin-seat
service’s aircraft are obvious. (AMX-T) advanced trainer arrived
Designated A-1A within the Forca in short succession. Within the
Aerea Brasileira (FAB), these single-seater box are many items
jets carry a far intended for the AMX-T and it
more attractive comprised 180 grey styrene, 15
choice of colour photo-etched (PE) metal and 13
schemes ...and clear parts, plus Cartograf decals
many prominent for three operational aircraft. On
airframe lumps and careful inspection the sheet also
bumps. Italy’s 103° includes a number of markings
Gruppo has used its intended for the AMX-T.
‘Ghibli’, named after The Brazilian forward
 With its modular design,
the undercarriage bay may be
completed first before insertion.
All was well until it was time to
fix the legs in place.
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AMX
 Kinetic’s approach to the intake trunking comprised five pieces, including a well-defined  For such a new model, the fit of a few components was less than perfect; the three-part
Spey engine fan. The blades of the latter were painted with Citadel Gun Metal. intake assembly proved very problematic.
 Oh dear...yet more filling with Squadron White Putty and sanding on the underside.  Kinetic managed to capture the fine rivet detail to perfection. This was especially
Vallejo Fine Putty was used to treat the smaller gaps. noticeable after a coat of Xtracolor Light Compass Grey.
fuselage is distinguishable by point. The fuselage builds from their appropriate shades. Kinetic system, internal mirrors and
its twin bulged 30mm DEFA 554 two main assemblies, which are provided an adequate rendition struts.
cannon, while Italy plumped for split fore and aft; this may be of a Martin-Baker Mk.10L ejection Attention then turned to
a single 350-round M61A1 Vulcan easier to deal with by cementing seat, complete with PE belts/ inserting the Rolls-Royce Spey
cannon. Included on the port both halves together first, rather straps, but for this project it was jet pipe. The intake trunking and
side is a retractable ladder with than risking an irritating step. substituted with Pavla’s much wheel bay, being of modular
open/closed step configuration. Interior parts were coated with more detailed resin alternative design, can be assembled,
Careful attention should be Lifecolor UA536 (FS 26329) (S48018). Also in PE was the painted and then positioned.
paid to the ‘scatty’ instructions, Italian Tornado Interior Grey, head-up display, while Kinetic’s Both were undercoated with
and one is advised to add the followed by picking out the two-part (and very clear) canopy matt white acrylic, before
relevant aerials/bulges at this levers, knobs and switches in came complete with a de-misting a gloss coat of white was

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AMX
Aeritalia-Aermacchi-Embraer
MODEL SPEC
AMX
By: Kinetic
Stock Code: K48026
Scale: 1/48
Price: US $39.99
Available from:
www.luckymodel.com
applied. These sub-assemblies have been welcome, but we can’t

were set in place with have everything! Kinetic did also
cyanoacrylate (CA) glue, but the include PE chaff/flare dispenser
kit instructions were not very parts though.
clear on the exact positioning,
which presented the author with What a grey day
a major headache later on. It may be wise to pre-plan the
Several days of filling and choice of colour(s) for the AMX
sanding followed, before being if going down the AMI route.
completely happy with the Fresh from the factory these jets
overall elimination of join seams; looked ‘mint’ as they say, but
most of these being once in service, variations on a
encountered around theme are noticeable. Monotone
the main wings/ grey is now so entrenched in the
intakes and fuselage world of fast jets, even covering
panels. Turning to transports and helicopters. Dull
the wings, a decision was and boring...or is it? After all,
taken to widen the five many a well-executed weathering
hard-point holes to be used session has transformed a model  A decision was made to construct the lowered control surfaces early on, including the
(four under the wings, one of a seemingly uninspiring low- photo-etched metal items.
centreline), and the separate vis jet into something rather  Lifecolor UA535 AMI Tornado Sky Grey 16 was the paint scheme’s main element.
Sidewinder rails fitted like special.
a glove on the wingtips. Having earlier sprayed white
Once a quality primer was into the leading-edge slat/flap
applied, the level of detail bays, and then masking these
was clearly exceptional, areas, a decision was taken to
paint the rear removable engine
section in Xtracolor X136 (FS
13675) Light Compass Grey, as
many AMXs appear to exhibit
with just minimal this trait. It was then time to
re-scribing being needed. apply the main colour. Lifecolor
The inclusion of multi- acrylics has a modern AMI set
position flaps and rudder (LC-XS07), with six shades aimed
(including trim-tabs) was also at the Italian Tornado fleet, the
a pleasing touch, and if offset basis of the grey being UA535
can make for a more interesting (FS 36280) Sky Grey 16. After
build. Upper-wing spoilers would an evening’s drying, priority
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AMX
“The fuselage
builds from
two main
assemblies,
which are split
fore and aft”
turned to masking a number of wish Kinetic would design its
panels for contrast. Humbrol Matt instructions more clearly. When
28 Sky Grey was the chief foil, attaching the gear, it may be
UA536 Interior Grey followed suit, prudent to re-drill the main
plus one or two dissimilar shades attachment points first, as they
that were to hand. Gloss black, appear to be at a slightly splayed
also from Lifecolor, was then position. After this very taxing
applied to the nose cone. phase though, and a few coats
Occasional anomalies did occur of gloss varnish, the remainder
while constructing the AMX. It of the construction proceeded
may have been a ‘senior moment’, without fault.
but the layout of the main Cartograf printed the decal
undercarriage assembly seemed sheet, and besides the colourful
decidedly odd. On reflection the AMX-T anniversary twin-stick
instructions should have been scheme, one has three more
 Maybe not to every modeller’s taste, but using fine tape to mask a number of panels for examined more closely, but it’s relevant grey AMI operational
lightened paint will transform the bland overall grey appearance. fair to say that many modellers jets, and a brace of FAB A-1s.
Masking tape also helped

to reproduce neat black
dielectric panels.
The undercarriage
legs/oleos and wheels
had been painted
earlier, but their
attachment was
tricky due to Kinetic’s
less-than-clear
instructions.

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AMX
 Following the general oil wash, Adam Wilder’s Dark Shadow Wash accentuated some of
the more frequently opened panels.
 Caracal Models’ CD48069 decal sheet was used on this build; it offers seven Italian Air
Force colour schemes, including two anniversary jets. Gunze Mr. Mark Softer and Settle
decal solutions helped these wonderful markings to conform.
 Deferring attachment of the refuelling receptacle, flaps and slats until the end of the  Lifecolor’s new armour washes were found to be perfect for aviation subjects too. They
construction process was a wise move. Kinetic even provided a formation light on the probe. perform best over a well-glossed surface.
It was decided to gain extra aircraft, carrying a large yellow together, provided a worthy Emphasizer Tanks and Vehicles
colour with an after-market and black eagle on the tail, panel line wash. In turn this was Liquid Pigments, which are
option, and Caracal Models’ embellished with a blue 30,000 followed by enamel-based Adam designed more for the armour
CD48009 came to the rescue flying-hours symbol. These Wilder Nitro-Line NL02 deep fraternity, but they are also useful
with a very vivid set of markings performed flawlessly, and when Shadow Wash. This shade was to aviation modellers. Water-
for seven different dry and coated with clear varnish, used to highlight slightly deeper based, these could be dragged
aircraft. Caracal the focus turned to wear and tear. panels in certain areas…mainly into any nook and cranny desired.
supplies a Following a tried-and-tested the avionics/fuel cell panels, LPW01 Burnt Umber and 04
wonderful 13° weathering regime, a quality which are constantly in use. Black-Blue were employed jointly
Gruppo/32° oil-based product was used first. This was also a good opportunity on the underside’s open vents
Stormo Winsor & Newton Paynes Grey to trial a set of washes from and wheel wells, but also worked
and Burnt Umber oil paints, mixed Lifecolor…LC-LP01 Detail around rear rivet detail to
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AMX
“Attention then turned to the wing

flaps, which fitted tightly”
replicate weathering displayed by the final task before attaching

the real aircraft. the canopy, refuelling receptacle
and stores. With a final dusting
Choose your weapons of Adam Wilder GP06 Dry
Kinetic always offers a plethora Russian Earth to footfall areas,
of weapons that may or may and a misting of GP11 Old Grease
not apply to the aircraft/sub- around the cannon barrel to
type in question; the negative represent live firing, the model
aspect being that one may was completed.
have to shop around for items
relevant to an updated aircraft. Overview
The intention was for a brace of As the finished item sits in the
outboard 128 imp gal (580 lit) display cabinet, one would
fuel tanks, wingtip-mounted AIM- not believe the required
9L Sidewinders, Rafael Reccelite assembly time. The build was
pod and either 500lb GBU-12 not all plain sailing by any form
Paveway or GBU-38 Joint Direct of the imagination; sidelining the
Attack Munitions (JDAM) on the undercarriage issue (Kinetic’s
 A light layer of cannon soot around the gun muzzle area added extra realism. inner pylons. If one intends to Alpha Jet had the same problem)
 Wilder’s Brown Russia Earth pigment was applied gingerly to the inner walkways, leading model an Afghan theatre AMX, a
to the tail area and over the intakes. pair of GBU-12s are necessary (or
converted to Elbit Lizard format)
along with the Rafael Reccelite
pod. Luckily, Isracast makes a
resin Rafael AN/AAQ-28 Litening
Pod (ISC48013) and it was used
instead (they are similar). The
JDAM and GBU-12 both came
courtesy of the kit weapons,
along with the brace of AIM-9Ls.
Kinetic does supply the much
larger 242 gal (1,100 lit) fuel tanks
as an option (rarely carried),
together with the much earlier
Orpheus Reconnaissance Pod.
Deciding to leave the weapons
in gloss except for the fuel tanks,
attention then turned to the wing
flaps, which fitted tightly so just
gentle persuasion was needed.
Well-diluted Xtracrylix Satin and
Matt varnish, mixed together, was

it looks stunning. I’d certainly
have no second thoughts about
making the same firm’s two-seat
AMX-T, because the much larger
canopy would allow even more
detail to be added and enjoyed.
Caracal’s excellent after-market
decals totally transformed the
model’s look, and little splashes
of colour to depict training
weapons made this enjoyable
build even more eye-catching. ❚
 The cluster of kit weapons on show, but in the centre is the after-market
Isracast Litening pod. Xtracolor X152 True Blue denoted inert training
rounds…and gave welcome contrast.
Materials +
reference
Lifecolor (www.airbrushes.com)
LC-LP01 Liquid Pigments Detail
Emphasizer Tank & vehicle Set
LC-XS07 Modern Italian Air Forces
(AMI) Camouflage Set
Italian Aviation Series AMX Ghibli
Ghibli,
by Federico Anselmino and Giancarlo
Gastaldi, (Aviation Collectables Co),
ISBN: 978 8890523113
World Air Power,, Volume 5 Spring
1991, (Aerospace Publishing)
 The final act was to attach the asymmetric load, in the form of a GBU-12
Paveway and GBU-38 JDAM.
OUT AND ABOUT
MONTIGNAC 2015
 A splendid Tamiya 1/32 Corsair diorama

on the Club Maquettes Tbc stand; one
really got an idea of the aircraft’s harsh
surrounding environment, by the well-
Dordogne Delights
executed weathering.
 One of several D-Day themed models was
this large 1/35 Landing Craft delivering the
French Armoured Division on Utah Beach.
T
he 10th Montignac Model way to practice one’s French!
Show was held last Many models were scratch-built,
September in the town’s often from scrap plastic items
Salle de Fete. to make true masterpieces, and
Montignac is a very pretty town the creations were not limited to
straddling the Vézère river in the military subjects but included cars,
Dordogne region of France; the motorcycles, fire engines, airliners
event was organised as before and medieval structures. The town
by Christian Chauzait and his has many fine shops, cafés and
team within the local model restaurants to peruse before and
club, and their show attracts after the show; ideal if one feels
exhibitors from all corners of the they need to justify a modelling
country. Modelling standards day out to the ‘better half’. If
are exceptional and many club holidaying in the region it is well  This Revell Citroën 2CV Charleston looked as though one could just get in and drive it
members were actually building worth visiting, but as the show is out of the show venue!
and/or painting to demonstrate held every two years, the next will
their skills. All were very willing not take place until mid-September
to discuss their models...a great 2017. David Garden ❚
 Menacing even in model form was this Academy 1/32 AH-1 Cobra on the Maquette Hélio
de Limoges table. The tonal variation of the panels was outstanding.
 This 1/32 Panhard AML 60 was equipped with a fully detailed (scratch-built) interior,
which could be viewed through the open hatches. 'Bravo encore' to the Maquette Club
Girondin de Saint – Loubès.
 In the realm of 1/24th scale, this wonderful Trumpeter P-51D Mustang exhibited a
splendid metallic finish and grear detail.

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TIGER I Ausf.E EARLY
In the first of a two-part feature,

John Bonanni tackles Rye Field
Model’s new Tiger I with full interior.
Tiger I with Full Interior
MODEL SPEC
By: Rye Field Model
Stock Code: RM-5003
Scale: 1/35
Price: £49.99
Available from:
Tiger Hobbies,
www.tigerhobbies.co.uk
EA
T
STERN CAT
he Tiger is undoubtedly
one of the most popular
armoured vehicles of World
War Two, and a kit of almost
every variant has been produced
by multiple manufactures in every
substantial and contains 19
runners with hundreds of parts…
and that does not count the
80-plus pieces for the tracks! The
variant of vehicle chosen by Rye
Field was employed specifically
Belly of the (steel) beast
After studying the plethora of
components, work began on the
lower hull supports. Each photo-
etched (PE) metal piece was
removed from the fret with a No.
the hull. After the glue had dried,
the plastic was removed and the
hull was no longer warped. All
torsion bars were then installed
into the resting position for flat
terrain, but they can be articulated
scale. by Schwere Panzer Abteilung 503 11 X-Acto blade and placed into to contour to any base if desired.
After releasing its first Tiger during 1943, on the Eastern Front. the groves located on the torsion To make building easier the hull
I (initial), Rye Field Model Nine early-model Tigers were bar housings. The front hull was was broken down into major sub-
announced another Tiger I with originally assigned to s.Pz.Abt. warped inwards slightly, and this assemblies, the first being the
a complete interior; until now, 502, but were transferred to 503 would affect how the final drive gearbox housing. The instructions
that feature was only available Abt. in early 1943. The easiest way pieces fitted to the hull, but it was a were straightforward but omitted
in Academy’s simplistic 1/35 to identify these vehicles is the problem fixed easily with a length several gearbox details, which were
offering. Rye Field’s box is unique turret stowage bin. of styrene runner used to brace indicated on the accompanying
 The internal hull structure supports fitted perfectly into the floor. Notches were cut into  Each torsion bar was moulded separately, and could be articulated fully by removing the
the torsion bar housings to ensure tight positioning. default position tab on the inner face that contacted the hull.

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 Dry-fitting of the turret assemblies revealed a small gap at the rear of the turret, where  The left side turret wall was also represented in a lifelike manner.
the halves met.
T  The right side of the turret wall featured accurate stowage boxes, spare viewfinders,
crew equipment and a junction box. Two ejector pin marks were visible on the interior wall,
but were removed with a few swipes from a sanding stick.
CAD drawings. Specifically, parts

K18 and K79 (driver’s replacement
vision blocks and instrument
panel respectively) were omitted
but were added easily with liquid
cement on the rear side of the
radio boxes. Next, the hull floor
indication where to align the part
on the hull, and if it was mounted
too far forward it would interfere
with the gearbox.
Rye Field provides simple
mounting brackets for the
ammunition pouches on the
 One item missing from the turret interior was a fire extinguisher, which should have been
located on the turret basket floor. A spares box item was recruited, and control lines were
also added from the turret traverse controller to the traverse drive.
with sheet styrene. Next, the forward

roof support was test-fitted into the
hull, which revealed it needed to be
sanded slightly on each side to join
properly without bowing. It is evident
that The Tank Museum’s (Bovington)
Tiger was used for
research, because on the left of
the interior front plate a small nub
representing a modern feature
is evident, and this should be
removed. The machine gun ball
mount also needed sanding to
make it fit properly.
was tackled, starting at the front radio operator’s side hull wall and
and working back. All parts fitted forward plate. However, on the Baring its teeth
into their designated areas, but the real vehicle these were on top of All of the ammo storage
front-right shock absorber needed steel plates, which were areas were moulded shut
extra attention; there was no replicated and required cutting
“THE FRONT-RIGHT
SHOCK ABSORBER
NEEDED EXTRA ATTENTION”
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 On the interior of the turret, the depression surrounding the loader’s hatch should not
be present; the real vehicle’s turret roof was flush and ringed by flush bolts.
 The front hull was warped slightly and required bracing when completing the front hull.
When the liquid cement had dried the sprue was removed and the hull was no longer warped.
to pose them open, for which the The kit provided two types of shape of the box to cover them. but again minor sanding was
author used a micro-saw to remove ammunition: high explosive and No securing straps were included, needed on each side. To ease
one door. A new item was also armour piercing. The shells for which were needed if ammunition painting, multiple parts were left
fabricated out of 25-thou (0.6mm) the storage bays were moulded in was going to be stored in the floor out of the compartment and these
sheet styrene, with two PE latches sets of four and were attached to boxes; crew personal accounts included storage boxes, floor
added from the spares box. The storage racks. Additionally, single indicate ammunition was typically plates, driveshaft, gearbox, and
actual door articulated like an rounds were included to fill the not stored in the boxes, due to ammunition rack.
accordion, and the easiest way to stowage under the turret basket. vibration causing the rounds to
replicate this feature was to mark The floor storage boxes had four rattle around. Horsepower
each section with a pencil. Next, large ejector pin marks visible After mounting the sidewall One area in which Rye Field
alternating between door sides, on the interior face. Instead of ammo boxes and floor plate skipped major details was the
every other line was scored with a trying to sand the tight area, it was supports, the crew compartment engine bay. Multiple hoses and
scribing tool, which resulted in an decided to cut a sheet of 10-thou was almost complete. The last connections were missing, but
accordion door. (0.25mm sheet styrene in the step was to add the rear firewall, can be replicated with styrene
 At this point the instructions ended, but the driver’s instrument panel and replacement  The interior was adorned with PE to enhance the crisp detail; of note is the spring
vision blocks still had to be added. Minimal clean-up was required on the gearbox. support on the back of the driver’s chair.

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 Almost all the details were moulded integrally onto the

interior face of the firewall, and just a few brackets and the fire
extinguisher need to be attached.
 One of the four ammunition storage bays was posed open, and
 Sheet styrene was again used to replicate the plate on the the accordion-style access door was replicated with a piece of
interior walls of the radio operator’s compartment. sheet styrene.
 Despite being a large tank, the Tiger’s interior was a tight fit for its crew and this  The area in which the manufacturer missed certain details was the engine bay. Ports and
feature has been replicated perfectly by Rye Field. holes were present for lines and pipes, but none were provided in the kit.
rod and wire…currently, there are the engine was connected just to into the hole at the top of each side of brass tube attached to the hole
no after-market sets available to the driveshaft. The first step was wall. The cooling fan drives were on the underside of the top hull
remedy this problem. The first to add pipes for air flow from the also missing the relevant pipes... plate. Fuel tanks and air intake
step when tackling the engine bay crew compartment firewall, and these were fabricated from spares assemblies went together without
was to assemble the power source exhaust connections to the rear box items, which looked the part. issue and installed perfectly into
itself. The kit provided a HL 210 plate. Fortunately, all connection Once the top hull plate was added, the hull. Test-fitting the rear plate
P45-type engine fitted to the first points were indicated clearly with it would be difficult to see the drive revealed that additional sanding
250 Tigers. The easiest way to tell suitable holes, and four pieces of mechanisms. These fabricated was needed, to ensure it sat
the difference between later types styrene rod were cut and glued into parts were then removed and left properly in the hull. After a few
is the that the model uses three place. Then, water-cooling pipes off until after painting and installing swipes with a sanding stick the fit
oil filters instead of two located on (not contained in the the engine. was tight and it interlocked with
top. Assembly was straightforward, kit) were made Additionally, the tube used for the the engine bay interior walls, but
without any issues. After test-fitting from styrene rod snorkel was not present in the kit, the part was then removed and set
the engine into the bay it was clear and inserted and was fashioned from a length aside for painting later.
“THE LAST STEP

WAS TO ADD THE
REAR FIREWALL”
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stretched sprue was added to link

the control pedals to the traverse
motor. Two more obvious links were
added on the turret ring connecting
the traverse controls and, lastly,
the turret roof was completed
prior to painting. At this point the
sub-assemblies were laid out on
the workbench and prepared for
priming. It was important to keep
track of everything because there
were so many pieces that could
be lost easily. Once the parts were
attached to tooth picks and wooden
lolly sticks, they received a coat of
grey aerosol lacquer primer, which
served two purposes: to highlight
blemishes in the finish that need to
be corrected, and to create a solid
foundation for the following base
coat. But after letting the primer
dry overnight, no errors were
discovered so it was time to apply
the basecoat.
Turret time locations. Following the sidewalls, floor next to the turret traverse Loads of paint
As expected, the level of detail in the gun breach was completed pedals, but was not indicated on The interior of Tigers featured
the turret was commensurate with very easily. The kit’s turret basket the instructions nor offered on the mainly two colours: the ivory-like
the hull. Assembly began by adding assembly contained the floor plate runners. After a trip to the spares Cremeweiss and green-grey, which
the details to the turret sidewalls. and ring where the turret drive box, a Dragon kit extinguisher was had a blue hue to it. Multiple brands
Rye Field did a good job capturing mechanisms were located. A fire attached to the floor. Additionally, produce these specific colours, but
all the features and their respective extinguisher should sit on the a connection rod made from the author chose to mix several
ENHANCED DETAIL
A welcome addition to this Tiger was the option to choose between PE brass tool
clasps, or tools with the clasps moulded integrally. The kit also contained braided
copper tow cables and single-link tracks, which were almost identical to those of
Modelkasten in that the guide horns were moulded separately.
 The first smaller fret of PE included  Five vehicle options for s.Pz.Abt 503
 It’s unfortunate that much of this detail would be covered by the hull plates, but the
the hull floor structure and ammo bag are provided on the decal sheet. Each
model could be a great centrepiece of a diorama, depicting a destroyed vehicle.
mounts for the vehicle’s interior, while turret number was separate and had very
the larger frame contained mostly little carrier film around the edge.
external features such as tool clasps,
engine deck screens, and jerrycan racks.
The engine screens were noteworthy for
their scale mesh replication.
 A small plastic tab needed to be removed from the rear of the front armour plate,
located on the left side next to the vertical support. This tab represents a modern feature
copied from Bovington’s Tiger, and was not present during wartime.

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 The cooling system and fuel tanks were well detailed and fitted perfectly into the hull.  Crisp and accurate moulding defined the engine, which depicted the early-type powerplant.
 Exhaust connections needed to be added to the rear armour plate but fortunately,  The only troublesome area on the main gun was a large ejector pin mark located on the
mounting holes were provided. protection arm.
shades of Tamiya instead. The and were then covered with a thick ammo then needed to be painted. have been advantageous for these
first shade to be airbrushed was coat of X-19 Smoke. After detail First, the sections of four rounds points to be on the hull side to aid
the green-grey, which was a 2:1 painting was finished, the entire were airbrushed in Testors 1144 mounting, if the section was to
mix of XF-63 German Grey and interior received X-22 Clear to Gold, then masked to paint the Details
be posed open. But fear on as
not, the
XF-18 Medium Blue, thinned in protect it during weathering. Since Cremeweiss supports and black door and hatches
30-thou (0.75mm) styrene strips
were reproduced
equal parts with X-20A Thinner the one ammunition storage box shell tips. The only locating points were added to the underside of
from sheet and
and applied to the entire portion was being modelled open, the for the section were on the back each section for proper spacing,
heat-stretched
of the lower hull, engine bay, of the removed plate. It would before being put together as one
styrene, including
and turret floor. A surprising complete assemblythe containing
bolts on the16
amount of paint was required to rounds of ammunition. hinges.
cover the interior, and the hull
was flipped every which way to
ensure all areas were covered.
Next, it was necessary to mask the
green-grey sections prior to adding
the Cremeweiss. Masking proved
more difficult than expected…a
combination of Microscale
Industries Micro Mask and Tamiya
tape was used to contour around
the details. Once this tedious task
was completed, XF-2 White and
a few drops of XF-57 Buff were
blended to create Cremeweiss.
The mixture was thinned at the
same consistency as the previous
colour and airbrushed onto the
remaining turret and hull areas.
All turret details were accentuated
with Vallejo colours and the
metallic parts received a coat
of Testors 1180 Aluminum, while
the periscopes were painted in a
two-stage process; first the glass
portions received 1180 Aluminum
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 Neutral grey primer was sprayed from an aerosol can, to reveal areas that needed to be
treated prior to painting.
“SUB-ASSEMBLIES WERE
 Painting the hull was tedious but after  The metallic cooling fans really brought the DRY-BRUSHED WITH WINSOR &
removing the liquid masking agent and tape,
was well worth it.
engine compartment to life…too bad they would
be hard to see once the top plate was added. NEWTON MARS BLACK OIL PAINT”
Wear and tear added with a brush and sponge flow around the detail. Multiple were finished with a light rubbing
Interior weathering was around high-traffic areas. The layers were added in certain of AK Interactive 086 Dark Steel
straightforward and started with weathering was repeated for the areas to heighten the effect and, pigment. To finish the engine, the
faint shading of the Cremeweiss green-grey sections as well, but an if it appeared too thick, a brush exhausts received several shades
surfaces. This effect was additional dust layer was applied moistened with water was used to of LifeColor rust, each layer being
accomplished by slowly airbrushing to add contrast. AMMO MIG 105 remove it. varied in opacity to create a
a heavily diluted (9:1) mix of Washable Dust was used by the The engine and machine gun textured appearance.
thinner and XF-63 German Grey author for the first time and proved assemblies were given a base coat
at 10psi (0.6 bar). Next, Wilder’s useful to create the desired effect. of MIG Rubber & Tires, which is Coming together
Deep Shadow Wash was applied Washable Dust is intended for an off-black colour that can be Once the various sub-assemblies
with a fine brush to pick out the airbrushing and can be removed best be described as ‘scale black’. were painted it was time to build
details and add a sharper depth to with water. However, for the interior Next, a wash of 105 Washable Dust the interior. The first large portion
the finish. After letting the wash it was diluted with water and was applied with heavier coats attached was the gearbox, which
set for 15 minutes, a clean brush applied with a brush. It is important added to the engine. After letting fitted so well that just a small drop
moistened with mineral spirits for the surface to be moist with the wash dry for 30 minutes, the of cyanoacrylate was needed. Next,
was used to remove any excess. water prior to application; without sub-assemblies were dry-brushed the two ammo storage boxes were
AK Interactive's 711 Chipping Color a moist surface, the viscosity of with Winsor & Newton Mars Black added, but the fit was extremely
replicated paint chips, which were the fluid is too thick and it will not oil paint, while the machine-guns tight and to ease assembly, the
 Three tones of Lifecolor rust paint were used to create the effect on the engine exhaust.  Faint shadows were airbrushed on the Cremeweiss surfaces of the turret interior, to
Dry-brushed black paint helped to pick out details from the dusty finish. provide depth and tonal variation.

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 The rack of bright ammunition broke up the monotone interior.

Chipping on the ammo boxes was accomplished with a silver
artist’s pencil.
 All mechanical details on the turret ring were painted black,
and there was a crisp demarcation in interior colour when the  Almost ready for the top hull plate…a few more details needed
turret basket support met the turret ring. to be added to the engine bay, along with the ammunition rack.
 Rye Field’s gearbox was the highlight of the interior, and its crisp detail really popped  Conspicuous by their absence were the missing cooling fan drives and pipes, which
out after weathering. should emanate from the two large holes on the sidewall.
large locating braces on the bottom glacis for it to fit properly in the perfectly into the turret, but the It is far more accurate than
of each box were removed. At vertical plate. Also, the vertical rear connection between the Academy’s offering, and the
the same, time the fuel tanks and plate was short on both sides and halves had a small gap, so again, it crisp detail and generally good
cooling fan assemblies were added. did not align with the hull sides, but was remedied with sheet styrene. fit put it on par with Dragon and
Before mounting the engine, the this issue was fixed quickly with At this point the interior was Trumpeter for quality. Short cuts
driveshaft was inserted through sections of 10-thou sheet styrene completed and just the turret roof and errors were made by the
the rear firewall and attached to added to each side. Moving and top hull plate remained to be manufacturer, but with some
the gearbox. The engine clicked to the turret, the added. modelling ingenuity these issues
right into place and the rear hull m a i n gun can be fixed easily. Stay tuned for
plate was added afterwards. Next, assembly fitted More to come part two (in June issue), in which
the front glacis and vertical plates Rye Field has done a the author finishes assembly and
were test-fitted, but they would not commendable job with its gives the Tiger its stripes! ❚
align properly...so a No. 11 X-Acto second Tiger.
blade was used to reduce the
thickness on the rear of the
OUT AND ABOUT
EAST OF ENGLAND SHOW
Anglian Flourish
Jeff Adam’s
splendid paintwork and
weathering showed just what
could be achieved with Dragon’s
1/35 M4A3 Sherman, adding
additional stowage and crew
figures to complete this
great vignette.
I
t’s hard to believe it’s been a the enormously helpful Voyager
full year since Peterborough staff, this year’s event was far
Model Club’s first show in the more spacious. Club displays
city’s Voyager Academy, after and trade stands were located
leaving its previous town hall in two halls, and full use of the
venue. March 2016’s event was connecting ‘street’ allowed the
sponsored by Airfix Model World, 40 participating clubs to exhibit
which provided free goody bags a spellbinding array of models,
for all visitors and subscription figures and dioramas.
prizes for winners in the model As always, the competition was
competition. With sole use of ‘open’ (if a kit was on a table
the venue and assistance from it was eligible), and this added
 Brightening up the Emergency Services SIG display was Kev Green’s unusual MaxxPro
variant, based on Kinetic’s 1/35 scale kit with an eye-catching airbrushed livery and logos.
 This restful scene on the Bedford and District stand was based around a carefully  Rob Pollock’s elegant Italeri 1/12 1924 Fiat ‘Mefistofele’ was almost all engine, and
weathered Tamiya 1/48 Fw 190D, which Tom Ward then improved with resin accessories benefited from extensive scratch-built detail and wiring under the bonnet. Its spotless
from MDC. (All Key – Stu Fone) paintwork must have been a ‘devil’ to achieve!

OUT AND ABOUT
EAST OF ENGLAND SHOW
Glenn Woodruff’s
outstanding Westland
Wyvern S Mk.4 was built
from Trumpeter’s 1/72 kit,
 Looking strangely familiar to fans of a and featured a superb finish
certain British TV comedy, Elan Miniatures’ with delicately highlighted
1/12 ‘I have a cunning plan’ bust was panel lines.
painted beautifully by Terry O’Neill of the
Northants British Model Soldier Society.
 This amazing scratch-built 1/72 Bezobrazov Triplane by IPMS Brampton’s Steve Cox was
among a number of intricate World War One aircraft and vehicle models on the Great War
SIG stand, which won Best Display.
to the relaxed and friendly raised from a raffle and tombola

atmosphere. The Best in Show for Voyager Academy charities.
accolade went to a magnificent A further £125 was collected
Wingnut Wings 1/32 F.E.2b ‘late’ from the sale of eight AMW
by Jan Maes from North Essex builds by regular contributor
Modellers Club. The Best Club/ Garry Tobiss, and the sum will be
Special Interest Group (SIG) donated to the RAF Benevolent
Display was won by the Great Fund. Next year’s show will be
War SIG, for its varied aircraft held on March 5, and promises to
and vehicle content. be even better! Stu Fone ❚
Despite clashing with Mothers'  Hadleigh Mead’s intricate diorama, entitled ‘A day on the Danube’ caught the eye of
Day, more than 370 visitors VIEW MORE ONLINE many visitors, with its clever blend of vehicles, figures, scenery and scratch-built details,
attended, and £403 was www.airfixmodelworld.com and added a decidedly European aura to Bedford and District’s display.
 The French EBR-11 is one of the more unorthodox armoured vehicle designs, and Peter  AMW contributor Jan Maes’ stunning rendition of Wingnut Wings’ 1/32 FE.2b, which
Fox’s dirty and dusty Hobby Boss 1/35 model provided an unconventional focus on the featured full rigging and a subtly weathered finish that proved the adage of ‘less is more’,
Mildenhall Scale Model Club table. as it won the Best in Show trophy.
OUT AND ABOUT
UNIVERSAL MODEL SHOW
Adding a splash of colour to the Sutton Coldfield stand was this imposing bust by Joe  After Mike McCabe had finished correcting and detailing Airfix’s 1/600 HMS Exeter, there
Melvin, which depicted the capture of the French 45th Ligne’s Eagle by the Scots Greys at the was very little left of the original kit…mainly the hull and funnels, but the end result was
Battle of Waterloo. Detail painting and weathering on the flag and bearskin were notable. most impressive and even included signalling flags on the yardarm. (All Key - Stu Fone)
WELCOMING CREWE
I
t may have been close to to view the railway museum ‘hundreds and thousands’, tea bag South Cheshire’s event may not
freezing outside, but that did exhibits while browsing the contents, aluminium blinds and be the biggest, but it certainly
nothing to dispel the warm show and competition. Spread blended cushion foam to build showcased just what can be
welcome at South Cheshire across two buildings, there was models and dioramas! The best in achieved with a little imagination
Military Modelling Club’s show in an imaginative use of space, show award went to an incredible and effort. Stu Fone ❚
Crewe Heritage Centre. matched by the variety and 1/72 scale USS Arizona, by Jozef
A new venue for this year, it innovation on display; after all, Szydlowski, a scratch-built project VIEW MORE ONLINE
gave visitors a great opportunity only modellers would utilise more than four years in the making. www.airfixmodelworld.com
 The Formula One and Motorsport SIG can always be counted on for a colourful display,  An immaculate finish and subtle weathering by Allan Canlon was the icing on the cake for
and Geoff Corker’s flawless Tamiya 1/24 Porsche 911 GT1 was no exception. Applying the his Revell 1/72 F-101B Voodoo, which was resplendent in the markings of the USAF's 60th
decals must have demanded considerable patience! Fighter Interceptor Squadron.
 Highlighting that there’s more to modelling than just kits, Dave Carroll’s market scene  This rather melancholy scene, which replicated the end of the TSR.2 project, was created
was to 1/76 or OO scale, and in addition to modified buildings and figures featured fruit by Andy Luxton who employed Pit Road’s 1/144 TSR.2 and two partially disassembled Revell
made from ‘hundreds and thousands’, and shrubbery from blended cushion foam! Lightnings…both of which displayed scratch-built upper engines.

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OUT AND ABOUT
HUDDERSFIELD SHOW
 It’s always good to see helicopters on competition tables, and Martin Ferry’s beautifully  Of the many AFV models on display, this Israeli example entitled ‘IDF Fitter’ really stood
presented 1/32nd Revell Alouette 2 snow scene diorama earned him a ‘Highly Commended’. out from the crowd. It was the work of Paul Williams and won a ‘Best In Class’ accolade.
Yorkshire Pride
Andy Davies and Radleigh Bushell  This beautifully finished 1/48th Seversky
SEV-2 Racer by Matt Lund, of IPMS
present a photographic report from this Wakefield, was built from the Williams
Brothers kit. Matt had to modify the basic
year’s Huddersfield model show kit to produce an accurate replica.
 Sporting the striking Liveries Unlimited ‘Kutula’ scheme, this exceptional Revell Boeing
737-800 by Kevin Dolman won a richly deserved ‘Best In Class’. It was pleasing to
see an airliner finished in such a colourful way.
 This Zvezda 1/350 IJN Mikawa demonstrated just what can be done with
photo-etched metal, rigging line and a wealth of patience; a splendid model
that secured its builder, Tony Beesting, a ‘Best in Class’ award.
 Every show has its share of high quality dioramas and this 1/35 Sd.Kfz.222 was no  John Sheehan of the Canberra Special Interest Group finished his Airfix 1/48th B.2 in
exception; it was a well-painted, skilfully shaded subject entitled ‘Hauptmann...Der Tommies this attractive Bomber Command scheme, portraying a 9 Squadron aircraft. It sat amid a
!!’ and was built by Lee Stones. spectacular array of different ‘Cranberry’ variants from the group.

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1979 VW GOLF GTI
The Original
Hot Hatch
Dr James Whalen reviews
Revell’s Volkswagen
Golf 1 GTI and illustrates
how to build an accurate
UK right-hand drive
example
R
evell’s 1/24 Mk.1 GTI from other Golf versions by red golf ball gear lever knob and K-Jetronic fuel injection rather
represents the best pinstriping around the grille, a tartan sports seats. than a carburettor. This produced
rendition of the first chin spoiler (required to reduce Dynamic performance was a car with a kerb weight of 1,785lb
Golf produced thus far lift at 100mph), wheel arch created by an Audi 1,588cc (810kg), which could accelerate
by a kit manufacturer. extensions, stripes along the side engine, which benefited to 60mph (95km/h) in nine
Others have released Mk.1 of the car and matt black paint from enlarged valves, higher seconds. To cope with this extra
Golfs, some with engine detail around the rear windscreen. compression ratio and the key performance the car sat on a
(AMT) and others as kerbside Interior differences included a enhancement of fitting Bosch lower, stiffer suspension. Putting
models (Fujimi and Tamiya)...but
none have the combination of
To ensure smooth paintwork,
parts count, detail and accuracy body coloured parts were
displayed by Revell’s kit. This prepared with Micro-Mesh
maker has also released a grades up to 4,000.
cabriolet version of the original
Golf, which shares the quality
demonstrated by the kit featured
here. For builders of British
right-hand drive (RHD) examples
there are certain issues
regarding the GTI kit’s accuracy,
but they are easily fixed.
Revolutionary hatchback
Volkswagen’s Golf GTI was
launched at the 1975 Frankfurt  This before and after comparison shows
Motor Show and went on sale the degree of clean-up required for the
in 1976. It was distinguished front section of the exhaust.

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1979 VW GOLF GTI
After completing any sub-assemblies, the

rest of the parts were prepared with up to
1,500-grade Wet and Dry abrasive paper.
 After the preparation phase was finished, all parts were washed with water and a soft
toothbrush to ensure recesses were clear of debris.
a more powerful engine in a car parts, and others to be painted

to produce extra performance the same colour, were treated
was certainly not new, but further with 3,200-, 3,600- and
the combination of sports car 4,000-grade polishing cloths
performance with a practical (once again with water). All parts
front-drive hatchback was. were then primed before being
Because of this the car paved the painted the appropriate colour.
way for a new genre of vehicle The moulding was generally
– the hot hatch – and other of good quality, although there  Front and back views of the completed engine. Due to the assembly order the horizontal
manufacturers had to catch up. was more flash than one might seam was present, but is not noticeable on the completed model.
Despite worthy opposition from expect on a new tooling. Body
its rivals, the Golf GTI remained sections that required extra work scribing tool was sufficient for Polished Aluminium. Subtle
the benchmark against which included the front windscreen other shut lines to ensure they weathering was then created
others were measured. pillars and the shut line for the were well defined under layers by use of a cotton bud to buff
rear hatch. Once the mould lines of paint. the engine, changing pressure
In the prep shop had been removed, a photo- in places to crate variance.
This builder’s preference for car etched metal saw blade was used Injecting pace Humbrol Satin Cote varnish was
kits is to prepare all the parts, to re-create/deepen the shut line After the engine block was then sprayed to reduce the shine
paint everything and then tackle where the hatch met the roof assembled it was airbrushed slightly and replicate the engine
assembly. Excellent preparation on both sides of the model. A with Humbrol 27002 Metalcote block accurately. Satin black
is essential, because short-cuts
will be obvious on the finished
model. Parts were removed from
the runners and mould lines
removed with a fine file, before
800-, 1,200- and 1,500-grade
abrasive paper was used (wet)
over the entire part, with care
taken to preserve detail. Body
Volkswagen Golf 1 GTI

MODEL SPEC
By: Revell
Stock Code: 07072
Scale: 1/24
Price: £19.99
Available from:
www.revell.de/en
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1979 VW GOLF GTI
 After the separate engine bay was assembled and painted to match the body, details  The completed bay was an excellent representation of the actual car, and would not
were picked out with a brush. require much super-detailing to produce a superb centrepiece.
items that could be sprayed many of the pipes in the engine Holding onto the road
were done so with Zero Paints’ bay, the radiator cap and brake After failing to find an Materials at
ZP-1050, whereas parts that
needed to be brush-painted, such
fluid reservoir cap. Later in the
build, it was also employed on
appropriate colour code for
the wheels, advice was sought a glance
as the starter motor, utilised certain interior parts and the from a fellow model car builder Novus Acrylic Plastic Polish Set
Tamiya X-18; this resulted in window surrounds. This mix who worked with Volkswagen Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk)
different degrees of sheen for dried with a pleasing sheen and at time the Mk.1 GTI was on
added realism. represented a suitable mid-way the market. He recommended Blue Dolphin Decals
There were many accessories to point between grey and black, Mercedes Brilliant Silver as (www.blue-dolphin-decals.co.uk)
help create a realistic engine bay, while being distinct from both. being an accurate match so this 1/24 Number plate decals (custom
and these were painted mostly After the decals had dried was applied, then covered with made registrations) self-adhesive
with paints recommended by on the engine accessories, Zero ZP-3002 Pre-thinned Clear
Revell, as they were generally they were sealed with XF-86 Lacquer, and then X-18 was used Zero Paints products
accurate. An exception to this Flat Clear, as X-35 Semi-gloss for the wheel nuts. Matt black Hiroboy.com (www.hiroboy.com/
was the air intake/fuel injection Clear was too shiny. Once this was painted on the inside of the home.html)
unit. Contrary to the instructions, had dried, with any necessary wheel rear before they were
Micro-Mesh Hobby Kit
the air intake section was touch-ups completed, it was assembled, as this added depth.
sprayed satin black and the time to place the engine into To give the tyre surfaces a more Scale Motorsport Polishing StiX
injector unit Mercedes Brilliant its bay, ready to be installed realistic finish, they were sanded
Hobbycraft (www.hobbycraft.co.uk)
Silver (see paint table provided). on the chassis. Built from the lightly with dry 400-grade
Prym Bridal & Lace Pins 26 x 0.53mm
A useful colour combination box, the engine represented a abrasive paper.
in the instructions, and worth realistic representation of the Assembly of the chassis Renaissance Models
remembering in the future, was a GTI powerplant; it would not take was straightforward and the (www.renaissance-models.com)
50:50 blend of Revell 302 Semi- a super-detailer much work to parts fitted well. Revell has Resin bumpers and front indicator
Gloss Black and 378 Semi-Gloss produce a superb replication of provided a good representation lenses
Grey. This shade was used on this unit. of this area, despite criticism

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1979 VW GOLF GTI
about the simplicity of the rear

suspension. It was actually a
simple and extremely effective
set-up on the VW Golf...a feature
copied by other manufacturers.
In the driver’s seat

When neatening the interior
parts, the door locks were
removed and replaced with metal
pins. This was done due to the
added strength and improved
shape the pins offered, compared
with the flimsy, easily broken
plastic items. Once prepared
for paint, the door cards were
sprayed with the chosen body
colour, followed by clear lacquer
and then masked, in preparation
for satin black. After consulting
reference photos, the door cards Painting the seats commenced thinners were used. Due to at the front of the driver and
were masked differently to the with the 50:50 mix of 302 the satin finish the seats then passenger seats, so they were
instruction’s recommendations and 378 mentioned earlier. received Vallejo 70.510 Acrylic trimmed before being applied.
(the author was fortunate to When airbrushing enamels this Gloss Varnish before decaling, to A few days later the seats were
be able to view a Mk.1 GTI and modeller often uses cellulose prevent silvering. then covered with 70.520 Matt
confirm the accuracy of the thinners to dilute the paint; for It was found that the tartan Varnish to achieve the correct
images viewed). this build, Halfords Cellulose upholstery decals were too wide degree of sheen exhibited by
 Revell's wheels were painted with Mercedes Brilliant Silver, and before assembly the  After being sprayed to match the rest of the body parts, the door cards were masked
insides of the rear faces were painted matt black to impart depth. differently to the instructions to match reference photos.
 The door locks were knocked off easily and were not well-defined at the top. To rectify  The seats really helped capture the feel of the Mk.1 GTI’s interior. Once the decals had
this, metal pins were inserted into holes for extra strength before painting was carried out. dried, they were covered with Vallejo Matt Varnish to achieve the correct finish.
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1979 VW GOLF GTI
Painting Chart
Colour Parts
Alclad Polished Aluminium, then Aqua exhaust pipes
Gloss Clear
Humbrol 33 Matt Black wheel arches, rear window surround
Humbrol 174 Satin Signal Red windscreen reservoir cap, moulding on
alternator
Humbrol 27002 Metalcote Polished engine block/gearbox assembly
Aluminium, then Humbrol TM904 Satin
Cote
Tamiya X-18 Semi-gloss Black wheel nuts, starter motor, steering
wheel rim
Tamiya X-12 Golf Leaf CV joint clips, front brake callipers
Tamiya X-26 Clear Orange indicator lenses
Tamiya X-27 Clear Red tail-lights/brake lights
Tamiya X-11 Chrome Silver reflective areas for interior mirror,
headlights, indicators and tail-lights
Zero ZP-1017 Jet Black, then ZP-3002 radiator, drive shafts
Pre-thinned Clear Lacquer
Zero ZP-1050 Semi-gloss Black body accessories, engine parts,
the cloth upholstery. Both the for the RHD wiper blades, the dashboard, trim on door cards
Vallejo varnishes were applied by area was then prepared for paint
Zero White Primer, then Humbrol Satin windscreen wash/brake fluid reservoirs
airbrush and diluted to achieve as described earlier. Although
Cote
the correct consistency. locating holes had been drilled
Once painted, the interior was for the mirrors, it was found to be Zero ZP-1124 Matt Black rear window surround, chassis
assembled according to the of no use during assembly as the Mercedes Brilliant Silver DB744 (mixed wheels, injector unit, radiator reservoir
instructions, and any decals windows covered them in part. by Zero), then Zero ZP-3002 Pre-thinned
were sealed with XF-86. As with Mars Red was chosen as the Clear Lacquer
the parts count for the engine body colour for this model, but Volkswagen L31/B Mars Red (mixed by body-coloured parts and pinstriping on
accessories, there were many there were actually two Mars Red Zero), then Zero ZP-3002 Pre-thinned radiator grille
items in the interior of the model shades used by Volkswagen; as Clear Lacquer
not often seen in kits, such as 1979 was the year chosen here,
the seatbelt receivers or grab the earlier paint code (L31/B)
handles. This resulted in an was appropriate. For builders paint, ZP-3023 Airbrushing White colleagues who recommended
accurate likeness of the interior wishing to use other colours, a Primer/Microfiller was used. This thinning to promote better
for the car being modelled. table of VW paint codes has been was then smoothed gently with flow. An isopropyl alcohol bath
provided (see p.44...note that 4,000-grade polishing cloth (wet), was used first until the paint
Looking like a GTI details for the silver used to paint before the red base coat was had softened and started to
As the subject was to have RHD the wheels are in the bottom applied. This was then varnished lift, before Loctite 7855 Hand
format, the existing holes for the row). Builders wishing to build with ZP-3002, but unfortunately Cleaner was employed. After a
wipers were filled with plastic a black car will need to obtain the clear dried with too much second application of the red
rod. Once the rods were cut and white decal stripes, as just black ‘orange peel’ effect. basecoat, the ZP-3002 was
filed to shape, cyanoacrylate (CA) examples were supplied on the Because it was the author’s first airbrushed at mix of one-third
used with accelerator sufficed as decal sheet. experience with this particular ZP-5201 Cellulose Thinners and
a filler. After holes were drilled Due to the light shade of the product, advice was sought from two-thirds clear lacquer.
Here’s the completed

interior before final
assembly; the instructions
recommended attachment
of the dashboard before all
the parts were mated.
 The chassis was painted and assembled as directed, with the exception of the exhaust,
which received Alclad Polished Aluminium for extra realism.

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1979 VW GOLF GTI
Before completing the clean-up of

the body it was necessary to plug
the holes for the left-hand drive
windscreen wipers, and then
drill the appropriate flashed-
over holes for a UK car.
Due to a tight fit, the chassis and

interior were inserted as a unit
into the body rather than interior  Once the decals had dried, a second application of clear lacquer was applied before final
first, then chassis as directed. polishing was carried out.
With the red base coat

completed, it was checked
for quality before the first
application of clear lacquer.
As thinning the clear was

successful, the body parts had
the wheel arches were brush-
painted with matt black. As the “Mars Red was chosen
shine added with polishing cloths
up to 12,000-grade. Decals were
arches were difficult to see under
layers of paint, a magnifying
as the body colour
then applied before the parts
were varnished a second time,
glass was essential. Once these
steps had been completed, the
for this model”
to protect them and provide a bodyshell really started to look
uniform finish. To complete the unmistakeably ‘GTI’.
paintwork, the polishing cloths It was decided to use red paint
were pressed into service once (rather than decals) for the
more, before Novus 2 was utilised pinstriping around the grille.
to remove the polishing haze. After spraying the latter in
Carnauba wax, Zero ZP-6016, the same manner as the body
then finished the paintwork parts, it was then masked and
steps to protect the finish and airbrushed with ZP-1050. Touch-
provide extra shine. Care was ups around the headlights, and
taken around the black stripes to other areas on the grille, were
prevent wax build-up and lifting done by brush with matt black
the decals, as they were too wide and a reflective background for
for the moulding strips. the lights was provided by X-11
Due to the tight fit of the Chrome Silver.
bonnet hinges, it is advisable As the mirrors were attached
to remove the paint from the poorly to the runner, it was
hinges and open the areas into necessary to repair the lip around
which they slot. To complete their edges. This done was done
painting the body, the rear with CA and accelerator, before
window surround on the hatch a fine file was used to re-profile
was then masked with tape the edge. Mirror decals supplied
(with paper towel covering the in the kit, which needed to be
rest of the model) before it was trimmed, then provided the
sprayed with ZP-1124. After this, reflective surface. They were
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1979 VW GOLF GTI
attached with Deluxe Materials example was an ‘N’ plate (1974,

Volkswagen GTI Colour Codes Roket Cyano Gel CA. the year the Golf was released
Colour Years Code but before the GTI was launched),
Becoming British which would be incorrect for a
Alpine White 1979 on L90E
To accurately model an RHD Golf 1979 car. Custom self-adhesive
Black 1976 on LO41 GTI it was necessary to represent vinyl decals were sourced from
Diamond Silver 1976 on L97A a car from 1979 onwards, as this Blue Dolphin Decals. These were
Inari Silver 1979 on L94A was the first year that right- mounted on 13/16 x 3/16in (20
handers were imported to the x 5mm) pieces of plastic card,
Mars Red 1976 to 1980 L31/B UK. To represent British examples which had been sprayed white
Mercedes Brilliant Silver 1991 DB744 from either 1977 or 1978, it would at the front and satin black at
be possible to build the kit as the back and sides. Choosing a
 To paint the distinctive matt black surround on the hatch, the area was masked with supplied, but with left-hand drive. suitable registration was carried
Tamiya tape and kitchen towel. Any errant areas were corrected with a wet 6,000-grade As the model represents a GTI out by studying images of 1979
polishing stick.
at the time of its launch, the kit Golf GTIs on the internet, and
was supplied with metal bumpers, then changing a number to
which had been replaced with produce a realistic example. It
larger plastic versions by the time was then necessary to make a
RHD models became available. mount for the registration plate
Replacement resin items from on the underside of the front
Renaissance Models were used bumper, and this was achieved
here to enable the correct style by the drilling of holes to
to be represented. insert plastic rod...which would
A second problem concerned strengthen the join between the
the decal sheet, as the UK plate mount and bumper.
 Before assembly the carnauba wax was removed from the body lines with a clay shaper
and Novus 1 to loosen the deposits. Extra care was taken around the black stripes on the
moulding lines, as the decals were too wide.
With all the detail painting

completed, the body shell really
took on the appearance of a GTI
and was ready for final assembly.

Hot stuff!
With just minor changes it was
possible to build an accurate,
UK-registered RHD GTI with
Revell’s kit. It came with a wealth
of detail and captured the lines
and character of a significant
car extremely well. For these
reasons the product gets ‘highly
recommended’ status from this  After being painted Mars Red, the grille was masked in readiness for
builder. Due to the style of the satin black. Final detail painting was done with a brush, Humbrol 33 Matt
tail lights, just cars up to 1979 can Black and Tamiya X-11 Chrome Silver.
be represented, but for vehicles
from 1980 onwards, after-market
transkits are available to convert
the model to a post-facelift Mk.1
Golf. How to build a later Mk.1 Golf
GTI will be described in a future
AMW build article.  Once painted, it was evident that the decision to use paint for the
The author would like to thank pinstriping was justified. The lenses were then attached with white glue
Geoff Brown for his advice before attaching the grille.
regarding the wheel colour, and
Ian Hartup and Marc Hanna for
their advice on applying Zero's
Pre-thinned Clear Lacquer. It's
one of the positive aspects of the
hobby's social side, when other
modellers are so helpful. This
generosity is one of the reasons  A comparison of the metal-style bumpers and the larger items supplied
that belonging to a club, forum or in the cabriolet kit; it is possible to use a bumper from the cabriolet at the
visiting shows is so rewarding. ❚ front but not the back, due to the GTI’s wider bodywork. It was therefore
easier to use after-market bumpers to save effort.
Reference
The Volkswagen Golf Story: 40
Years of the Second People’s Car by Renaissance Models’ resin bumpers did not
require much neatening. A mount was made
Russell Hayes (Behemoth Publishing
on the underneath of the front bumper to aid
Ltd), ISBN: 978-0992876906 attachment of the registration plate.
METEOR F.8 SUPPLEMENT
YOUR INDISPENSIBLE GUIDE TO BUILDING AIRFIX'S NEW METEOR F.8
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Peter Johnson welcomes Airfix’s

all-new 1/48 Meteor F.8, and
applies a flawless Alclad finish
Magnificent
‘ MEATBOX’
I
t’s been a very long time since to open, depending on the version
Airfix released a new Meteor… being modelled, including those
but the wait has been worth it! for rocket rail mounting points.
The eagerly awaited test On the exterior surfaces of
shot arrived in a Ziploc bag, but the wings, fuselage and tail, the
it included full instructions and plastic exhibited a slightly rough,
decals. Several alternate parts bumpy texture, which reminded
were noted, including large- and this builder of electrical discharge
small-aperture intakes, ejection machining, or spark eroding. The
seat cushions with and without texture varied from part to part,
seatbelts, standard and extended- but was visible on every exterior
chord ailerons, and two styles of surface. Ironically, the inside
canopy hood… intriguingly not all surfaces of the affected parts were
 The entire airframe surface showed varying amounts of slightly rough texture. Rubbing needed for the two versions in this very smooth and polished. While
with Micro-Mesh and priming with micro-filling primer were needed to remove the texture kit. The bottom wings and fuselage it would be fine for a camouflaged
before applying the silver finish. had a wealth of flashed-over holes livery, the texture wouldn’t do for
 Careful painting was needed to accentuate the pleasing detail in the cockpit, and dry-  The instrument panel decal fitted well on the right side of the panel, but came up short
brushing brightened what otherwise would have been a very dark hole. on the left. Cutting the decal just left of the centre instruments will prevent the problem.

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 Airfix’s completed cockpit module was well-detailed, and looked the part once installed  Nose weight to the tune of 15g was suggested by the instructions, but a weight and
along with the gunsight and coaming. balance check revealed the need for more, and about 25g was epoxied under the floor and
behind the tub. Better safe than sorry!
Gloster Meteor F.8 excellent throughout, and coupled

MODEL SPEC
with the all-black interior, looked

By: Airfix
the part without any additions.
Stock Code: A09182) The only obviously missing items
Scale: 1/48 were rudder pedals, but they
would be nigh invisible once the
Price: £32.99
cockpit was installed. Lifecolor
Available from: UA735 Deep Cockpit was used
www.airfix.com for the basic colour, with details
accented with various light greys,
pure black, and appropriate
colours for the switches and dials.
Dry-brushing with Gunship Gray
and Citadel Mithril Silver enhanced
the detail further and provided
moderate weathering, giving
a High Speed Silver finish, so fine a pleasingly busy and detailed
sanding sticks and Micro-Mesh appearance. The instrument panel
 The inset panel under the nose was filled with plastic card and neatened, while the
were used for polishing the sub- was airbrushed in Deep Cockpit raised panel behind it had its corners removed so the ventral tank would fit properly.
assemblies or individual parts as and over-coated with Alclad
was deemed easiest. Aqua Gloss before applying the instrument panel was airbrushed were added for the buckles. Before
instrument decal, with the yellow with Model Master Acryl Clear adding the top of the head box,
Office time radar scope acting as the datum. Flat, and the instrument faces the firing handle was airbrushed
The cockpit module was a mini-kit Gunze Mr. Mark Setter helped were picked out with Johnson’s with yellow, and the black stripes
in itself, and included the machine the decal settle into all the raised Future/Klear. were created with a fine-point
gun bays and nose details without any silvering. Although not as detailed as a Sharpie permanent marker. One
wheel bay. Detail This decal was a little short from resin item, the kit’s five-piece of these days I’ll get the hang
and quality of side to side though, with the left- ejection seat is a worthy effort. of this method, but it looks fine
moulding were hand dials being offset slightly, The seat cushions were brushed from normal viewing distance!
so cutting the decal into two or with various shades of tan, with Decals for the sides of the head
three pieces before application the belts being painted buff and box provided the finishing touch,
would be advisable. Once dry, the Prussian blue, and silver highlights and the completed seat was
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airbrushed with Model Master Nose weight

Acryl Clear Flat to even the finish Before fitting the cockpit into
before being set aside. the fuselage, the appropriate
Both machine gun bays are antenna holes were located
fully detailed, so the modeller and opened. The instructions
can decide how much interior recommend 15g of weight in
embellishment to show. The the nose, but a quick
doors didn’t quite fit flush with centre of gravity
the machine guns fitted, so the check showed that more
latter should be omitted if the would be needed; with the
 The rudders featured oversized strakes on their trailing edges, so they were thinned and doors are to be closed. Don’t omit cockpit dry-fitted into the
narrowed. Pointed rivets on all control surfaces were also sanded to de-emphasize them. the bays themselves though, nose, 25g was epoxied under
since they hold the completed the floor and behind the tub.
cockpit module in position. The Fitting the cockpit module
gun bays and nosewheel well into the fuselage required
were airbrushed with Alclad Semi- slight trimming of the
Matte Aluminium, which provided outer edges of the engine bays,
a noticeable contrast with the to avoid a gap on the bottom of
exterior High Speed Silver (HSS) the fuselage. Care should be taken
finish, and the guns, magazines that the forward cockpit bulkhead
and shell chutes received Alclad is flush with the front edge of the
Gunmetal, Magnesium and Steel fuselage, or the nose won’t fit
respectively, and were then dry- properly later.
brushed with Citadel Chainmail. Horizontal tail surfaces were
There was also a small clear tackled next, with the tops and
window to install just forward bottoms being glued, and the
of the port side gun bay which, texture was removed with Micro-
ironically, was subsequently Mesh. When they were offered to
 With the spars, gear wells, exhausts and landing light in place, the wing was ready for
the upper surfaces to be added. The appropriate flashed-over wing and ventral tank holes covered with a decal. the vertical tail, however, the fit
have been opened, and the obvious rocket rail holes suggest a future release. wasn’t great. The tabs were loose,
KIT COLOUR SCHEMES
WL123/H, 111 Squadron., RAF North Weald, Essex, England, 1954: Dark Sea Grey
and Dark Green over High Speed Silver
 The stabilizer fit was poor, which ecessitated extra filling and shaping. Having damaged
the trailing edge, a piece of the extra aileron was spliced in, and then filed to match the WH364/U, 85 Sqn., RAF Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England, 1968: Overall High Speed Silver
elevator next to it.

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“ALL CONTROL SURFACES WERE SEPARATE,

SO THEY WERE LEFT OFF UNTIL THE
AIRFRAME WAS COMPLETED”
so they were shimmed with thin gear and the inside of the nose robust locating tabs to ensure Payne’s Grey and Burnt Umber
plastic card. The root ends of the were sprayed with Semi-Matte everything aligned properly. artist acrylics. Jet pipe assembly
stabilisers were thicker than the Aluminium. The fit of the nose Nacelle interiors and landing came next and the seams were
stubs on the fin, resulting in much resulted in a gap all around, as gear wells were sprayed Semi- neatened on the inside, and the
filling and neatening. This in turn well as the cross sections being Matte Aluminium, and the gear innards were airbrushed with
damaged the trailing edges of the somewhat different, so the join wells were dirtied with a wash of Alclad Jet Exhaust before the
roots, necessitating more repair required fettling to fair it in,
work. All control surfaces were followed by re-scribing the lost
separate, so they were left off panel lines. Behind the nose gear
until the airframe was completed, well there was an inset panel
while the upper and lower rudders where just an outline should
had plates attached to the trailing have been, which looked as if
edges, but they were oversized, there should be a separate part
so were thinned and narrowed to to fill it. This was then duly filled
match photographs more closely. with thin plastic card and shaped
The control surfaces were also appropriately, but since the ventral
sanded to reduce the height of the fuel tank would cover most of it,
rivet detail. the panel line was not re-scribed.
At the other end, the nose With the fuselage complete,
gear struts were neatened and attention turned to the wings. This
attached, leaving the nosewheel was a straightforward assembly,
and mudguard off, and the with its two spars and side walls  A punch and die set was used to make replacement fuel filler caps, which were sanded
halves of the nose were glued for the landing gear wells forming off while neatening the seam. After drying, the caps were sanded lightly to reduce their
and neatened. When dry, the a strong and rigid structure, and height and smooth the edges.
 A troublesome nose fit meant gaps all around. This may have been due to the cockpit  After fettling to ensure a proper fit, the nose gear structure was quite robust. The wheel
module being installed slightly too far forward, rather than flush with the end of the fuselage. and fork were constructed separately and added at the end of the build.
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locating holes for the ventral tank.

Joining the fuselage and wing
required filling and shaping to fix
the gaps between the wing roots
and fuselage. Unfortunately some
detail was lost in the process,
notably on the fillets. The ventral
fuel tank was held in position
and outlined, and the corners of
a raised panel just in front of the
wing root were removed where the
tank would attach, so the latter
would sit flush without any gaps.
Lastly, the control surfaces were
attached in their neutral positions;
although offsetting them would
have lent interest, photos
intimated that they were always
faired on the ground.
Busy undercarriage
The landing gear involved a little
more work than usual, due to
the mudguards around the tyres.
Wheels and tyres were assembled,
pipe was installed. Small-mouthed around a ‘pinkie’ finger. Once the join neatened. painted and weathered, and the
intakes were used for the HSS again, the fit of the intakes to the The wing root fillets (B12/B1) gear fork parts were airbrushed
option, so these were assembled wing as less than perfect, and the were then glued to the wings, Semi-Matte Aluminium. After
and the seams were filled…fiddly, seams were filled, neatened and rather than the fuselage as the tidying the mating surfaces, the
since they reached fairly far into re-scribed. As with the fuselage, instructions showed, with the forks were assembled around
the intakes. A curved X-Acto blade the entire wing assembly needed fuselage dry-fitted in place to the wheels…but the wheels
was used to scrape the seam rubbing down to remove the ensure the fillets were positioned themselves were not glued to the
from the inside of the inlet before surface texture. The two drop properly. Before attaching the forks, to allow the moulded flat
finishing with sandpaper wrapped tanks were also assembled and wing, don’t forget to open the spots to be positioned exactly
ADHESION ISSUES
The kit decals, although quite well printed, would not adhere strongly to the
model and this may have been due to the paint finish. The initial decals were
applied to the bottom of the wings, and since there was no detail to conform
to, no setting solution was used. This turned out to be a mistake, since once
they were dry, they tended to come off during handling. Fortunately, a spare kit
sheet was on hand, so they could be replaced as needed. Once the problem was
noticed, the remaining decals were applied with Gunze Mr. Mark Setter and Mr.
Mark Softer. The adhesive in the Setter helped, but didn’t eliminate, the problem
completely. Indeed, at the very end of the build one of the prominent fuel tank
stencils on the fuselage spine was found to have folded over on itself, but
fortunately it was coaxed back into place with more Setter and Softer.
 The shell ejector chutes included a section of fuselage, to ensuring the proper angle
for each chute as well as a strong bond. After outlining the front of the ventral tank, the
arrowed corners of the raised panel were filed so the tank would fit flush.
The rectangular wing walk decals had clear film filling the rectangle, so these had
to be sectioned to remove the film, particularly with the wheel well bulge within
the clear area. The resulting rear span-wise stripe was applied first, followed by
the U-section. But the latter decal split while being applied, so the second was
cut beforehand. In the end, the result was much better than the one-piece decal
 Alclad’s Micro-Filler Primer was polished as needed with Micro-Mesh, before a coat of High could have provided.
Speed Silver was applied. The resulting gleam was spot on and made all the prep worthwhile.

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 For some reason, the ‘Cut Here’ stripes on the canopy frames were printed as separate  The wheels and tyres were finished before enclosing them in the mudguards, and then
dashes rather than a single strip per side. It was tricky to align and space them evenly, but masked before neatening and spraying the mudguards and struts. Leaving the wheels loose
fortunately they’re hard to see against the HSS once applied. allowed proper adjustment of the flat spots once the undercarriage was attached.
after the gears were attached. then Alclad ALC-125 High Speed via a mix of Burnt Umber and the insides of the gear doors.
The mudguard and strut seams Silver was sprayed. Canopy and Payne’s Grey artist’s acrylics, to Two Derwent turbojets and a
were then neatened, the tyres windscreen parts were masked give the wash a slightly dirty look. maintenance stand were supplied,
were masked, and Semi-Matte too, and the interior Deep Cockpit Just removable panels and control so it was decided to show one
Aluminium was sprayed again. colour was airbrushed, followed surfaces were accented, since engine installed and one on the
Unusually, the main wheels were by HSS on the canopy frame. The the aircraft were generally kept stand, with the empty nacelle
not handed, so the brake side of windscreen and anti-glare panel in pristine condition. Wash was closed. Each engine comprised
both wheels faced the port side were sprayed with PollyScale also applied to the insides of the seven parts, which were sprayed
- an odd detail that this modeller Steam Power Black. landing gear wells and streaked on with various shades of Alclad
had to verify! Airfix provided two colour
The Editor requested that the schemes, and a full set of stencils
High Speed Silver colour scheme was included, which gave the
be portrayed, which worked out overall HSS a suitably busy look.
well for meeting the deadline. The printing was impressive,
Rather than spending hours and even the smallest stencils
masking and spraying camouflage, were legible with enough
15 minutes’ airbrushing and magnification.
voila!...painting finished. Alclad’s However,
recommendations for the High adhesion
Speed Silver finish were followed was a problem, as described
and, after masking the cockpit, gun in the separate panel. Once the
bays, inlets, exhausts and landing decals had dried, the entire
gear wells with tape and foam airframe was over-coated with
blocks, the airframe was primed Alclad ALC-312 Klear Kote
with Alclad ALC-302 Grey Primer/ Semi-Matte, which gave a very  Airfix’s turbojet parts were most pleasing, and were sprayed with a variety of Alclad
Micro Filler. Any rough spots were convincing sheen to the HSS. shades and black tones to match online photos. Black acrylic wash was applied to the
eredicated with Micro-Mesh, and A panel line wash was applied screened inlet sections to portray the mesh panels.
“THE PRINTING WAS IMPRESSIVE

AND EVEN THE SMALLEST
STENCILS WERE LEGIBLE...”
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The turbojet fitted snuggly in the nacelle, so the front-mounted oil tank was omitted until the powerplant was in place, and then slipped into position from above. A shim was added to
the oil tank locating tab, to tighten the fit and prevent the tank rotating.
and black paints to match photos cover benefited from a perfect

found online. The two conical press-fit on the empty nacelle
inlet screens received Alclad without the need for glue.
Aluminium, and the mesh was The gunsight was moulded in two
filled with a black wash, while the clear pieces, and care was needed
stand was airbrushed with Tamiya to remove the sprue gates without
Flat Yellow, overcoated with Aqua damaging it. The two parts were
Gloss, and given a dirty wash and brush-painted with matt black
silver dry-brushing to impart a before assembly, and the lenses
well-used look. As shown in the were filled with Tamiya Clear Blue.
instructions, the engine must be After assembling and touching-up
installed in its bay before sliding the seam, the gunsight was glued
the oil tank into position. A sliver to the back of the instrument
of thin plastic card was used to panel. The coaming sat a little
shim the locating slot in the oil too high over the top of the
tank to give a more precise instrument panel, so notches were
The cockpit coaming sat too high above the instrument panel for the windscreen to fit, fit. In spite of other fit filed on the bottom sides until the
so slots were filed into the bottom where the panel touched it. Note that the two-piece problems, the engine windscreen fitted properly over
gunsight has been mounted to the rear of the instrument panel. nacelle the coaming. With the latter
RECOM M ENDED
REF ERENCE
Meteor - ‘Britain’s First Jet-
Powered Cold War Warrior’
(Aeroplane Icons), available from
Key Publishing: www.keypublishing.
com/shop
Gloster Meteor, Warpaint Series

No.22, by Tony Buttler (Hall Park),
ISSN: 1363-0369
The Gloster & AW Meteor, by

Richard J Caruana and Richard A
Franks, (SAM Publications), ISBN: 978
0 95334 658 5
Wings of Fame Volume 15,

(Aerospace Publishing), ISBN: 978 1
88058 823 9

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A F T ER - M AR K ET
S C H EMES
Hannants’ house brand Xtradecal
has released a splendid set of extra
schemes (X48043) with Airfix’s
new 1/48 Meteor in mind…although
they’d sit just as happily on Classic
Airframes’ old kit. The nine options
all represent British aircraft, in
camouflage and High Speed Silver:
WA826/F, 245 Sqn, Horsham St. Faith,

1951
WL135, CO 245 Sqn, Horsham St. Faith,
1955
item dry-fitted on top of the panel, inner doors were supported firmly A great rendition WA852/J, 257 Sqn, Horsham St. Faith,
the windscreen was glued in place with cross-bracing, the outer Airfix’s new Meteor is an excellent 1953
WK672/X, 247 Sqn, Odiham, 1951-52
with Gator’s Grip, and the fit was doors were propped in place with effort, on par with the firm’s
WA893/C, 263 Sqn, Wattisham, 1956
excellent, with no filling required. Yellow-Tack to hold them while CA other recent releases. The detail
WF654/R, 64 Sqn, Duxford, 1957
The pitot boom and antenna were was applied. Oddly, the locating is impressive, and the gun bays
WH263/N, 616Sqn RAuxAF, Finningley,
added next, and painted to match tabs on the nose gear doors were and turbojets are welcome mid-1960s
reference photos. Each nacelle’s moulded proud on the outside additions…I’d love to see night VZ547/B, 74 Sqn, Horsham St. Faith,
exhaust cone was then sprayed surfaces rather than inside, so fighting two-seaters and I doubt 1950-51
with Alclad Jet Exhaust and glued they were filed before attachment. I’m on my own in this respect. And VZ547/B, 74 Sqn, Horsham St. Faith,
with Gator’s Grip. Finally the drop tanks, ejection while the texture and fit issues 1952
Landing gear doors were seat and open canopy were fitted, detracted from it slightly, these www.hannants.co.uk
attached next, and although the and the ‘Meatbox’ was complete. were remedied easily. ❚
 Clumsily, the author managed to damage one of the upper wing roundels, and in this instance the decals’ lack of adhesion was a definite plus. Clear Scotch tape was wrapped around the
end of tweezers, and the latter rolled across the decal to pull it up. That did the trick, and a replacement was applied.
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Museum's Meteor F.8 WH364

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METEOR. F8
GLOSTER
TRIBUTE
This Meteor F.8 is just one of
several examples residing at The
Jet Age Museum, which is beside
Gloucestershire Airport, near Staverton,
UK. Admission is free and besides
Meteors, one can also enjoy the Gloster
Javelin FAW.9 and FAW.4, replicas of the
Silver Period Gamecock biplane and
E28 development aircraft, and various
cockpit sections. A café and shop are
also on site. For further details visit:
www.jetagemuseum.org
AMW would like to thank Darren
Lewington for hosting AMW’s walk-round
photo shoot.
All photography by Matthew Roberts:
www.matthewrobertsphotographer.co.uk
58 G L O S T E R M E T E O R F . 8
1 Cockpit fresh air intake 28 Sliding canopy side rail 52 Engine oil tank
2 Camera aperture 29 Canopy external release 53 Starter unit
3 Access hatch 30 Kick-in boarding steps 54 Engine-driven accessory gearbox with Heywood
4 Gun camera 31 Oxygen charging point compressor
5 Nose undercarriage pivot mounting 32 Pull-out step 55 Generator
6 Nose wheel leg door 33 Cartridge case and link ejector chutes and airflow 56 Starboard nacelle air intake
7 Shock absorber strut deflector 57 High-velocity 5in rockets (HVAR), carried by
8 Trailing axle nose wheel suspension 34 Hispano 20mm cannon Israeli aircraft
9 Aft retracting nose wheel 35 Ammunition feed drums 58 Starboard navigation light
10 Fixed mudguard 36 Ammunition magazines, 190 rounds per gun 59 Homing antennae
11 Nose wheel bay doors 37 Cockpit pressure seal 60 Aft facing recognition light
12 Nose undercarriage mounting sub-frame 38 Hydraulic reservoir 61 Starboard aileron
13 Hydraulic retraction jack 39 Ammunition loading ramp 62 Aileron hinge control link, torque shaft operated
14 Armoured cockpit front pressure bulkhead 40 Forward/centre fuselage joint bulkhead 63 Aileron internal mass balance weights
15 Cannon muzzle apertures 41 Fuselage top longeron attachment joint 64 Balance tab
16 Ground power and ground/flight switch 42 Sliding canopy rear centre rail 65 Additional spring tab on rocket carrying aircraft
17 Cannon barrel recoil mountings 43 Fuel tanks (3), total internal capacity 420 imp gal 66 Nacelle tailcone
18 Engine throttle levers (1,909 litres) 67 Jet pipe
19 Control column 44 Centre fuselage frame and stringer structure 68 Exhaust nozzle
20 Instrument panel 45 Fuel tank retaining straps 69 Centre/aft fuselage joint frame
21 Instrument access panel 46 Tank bay access hatches 70 Radio equipment bay
22 Retractable gyro gun sight 47 Fuel fillers 71 VHF antenna
23 Armoured windscreen panels 48 Starboard airbrake panel, open, upper and lower 72 Stowage compartment, off-base and tropical
24 Sliding cockpit canopy surfaces equipment
25 Ejection seat face blind firing handle 49 Starboard main wheel, stowed position 73 IFF antenna
26 Headrest and drogue container 50 Engine rear suspension link 74 Aft fuselage upper main longeron
27 Martin-Baker Mk.2E ejection seat 51 Rolls-Royce Derwent 8 centrifugal flow engine 75 Aft fuselage frame and stringer structure
G L O S T E R M E T E O R F . 8 59
76 Lower fin segment
77 Two-spar and rib lower fin segment structure
78 Fin/tailplane fairing
79 Tailplane spar bolted attachment joints
80 Starboard tailplane
81 Starboard elevator
82 Upper fin segment rib structure
83 Upper rudder segment
84 Rudder rib structure
85 Rudder interconnection, upper and lower segments
86 Elevator hinge control
87 Tail navigation light
88 Elevator trim tab
89 Port elevator rib structure
90 Tailplane spar and rib torsion box structure
91 Lower rudder segment with trim tab
92 Semi-span tailplane front spar
93 Fuselage tailcone
94 Rudder hinge control link
95 Tail bumper
96 Elevator hinge control link
97 Tailplane spar mounting bulkheads
98 Tailcone joint frame
99 Control cable access panels
100 Tailplane control cable runs
101 Remote compass transmitter
102 Pneumatic air bottle
103 Wing root trailing edge fairing

104 Radio equipment bay ventral access hatch
105 Split trailing edge flap
106 Flap hydraulic jack
107 Airbrake hydraulic jack
108 Port upper airbrake panel, open
109 Electrical equipment panel
110 Port main wheel door
111 Main undercarriage wheel bay
112 Engine nacelle access hatches
113 Rear engine mounting
114 Rear spar ring frame and engine bay rear bulkhead
115 Nacelle tailcone frame structure
116 Jet pipe rear suspension mounting
117 Exhaust nozzle shroud
118 Nacelle trailing edge fairing
119 Outer wing panel rear spar attachment bolted joint
120 Starboard aileron
121 Aileron rib structure
122 Aileron balance tab
123 Aft recognition light
124 Wing tip fairing rib structure
125 Port navigation light
126 Pitot head
127 Retractable landing light
128 VHF homing antennae
129 Outer wing panel rib structure
130 Rocket rail mounting hard points (4)
131 External tank pylon mounting and release unit
132 Jettisonable external fuel tank, capacity 100 imp gal
133 Leading edge rib structure
134 Outer wing panel front spar bolted attachment joint
135 Port main wheel with fixed mudguard
136 Detachable nacelle intake nose cone structure
137 Port engine intake
138 Intake duct spar fairing
139 Aileron push-pull control rod
140 Main undercarriage leg with trailing axle
suspension
141 Engine bay forward main bulkhead
142 Main engine mounting
143 Engine bay main frame upper segment, detachable
for engine removal
144 Main wheel leg pivot mounting
145 Leg mounting semi-span false spar
146 Hydraulic retraction jack
147 Wing main spar, front and rear spars continuous
through fuselage
148 Inboard detachable leading edge rib structure
149 Ventral fuel tank, capacity 175 imp gal
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GLOSTER METEOR F.8
Photographed during the heyday of colourful RAF fighter operations during the 1950s, this formation of Meteor
F.8 day fighters of 41 Squadron, with the commanding officer’s aircraft WH480 nearest, made an impressive sight
while providing air defence of Britain’s airspace during the Cold War era. (Andy Thomas Collection)
Malcolm V Lowe analyses the history and importance

of the Meteor F.8…the most numerous frontline version
of Gloster’s pioneering twin-engined jet fighter
Great
G
Eight
loster’s Meteor was the first
production jet-powered
warplane manufactured in
Britain, and was a highly
The first Meteor flew in March
1943, and early production
examples entered RAF service with
616 Squadron of the Auxiliary Air
by the Meteor’s creator, the
Gloster Aircraft Company, resulted
in a series of post-war versions
for the RAF; these were important
BASIC IMPROVEMENTS
The Meteor F.8 was a refined
and potentially more powerful
development of the basically
significant early jet fighter that Force in the summer of 1944. The for Britain’s frontline capability in successful F.4, and it received
placed Britain at the forefront of type duly proved successful and various roles during the decade the company designation G.41K.
this new and advanced form of was to have considerable growth after World War Two. The first of It retained the F.4’s wing span
combat aircraft. potential. Continuing development the post-war versions was the of 37ft 2in (11.33m) while having
single-seat F.4 fighter, which was a longer fuselage of 44ft 7in
significant not just at home for the (13.59m) compared to the first F.4s
RAF, but it also secured important off the production line. With the
export sales. longer fuselage and consequent
Further improvement by Gloster, rearrangement of internal fuel
similarly using the basic Meteor and armament, a revised tail
layout, led to the upgraded shape compared to the Meteor
single-seat Meteor F.8 fighter. F.4 was found to be necessary.
This development of the line At that time Gloster was working
emerged as the most numerous on its E.1/44 experimental single-
Meteor version by far in terms engined jet aircraft, and this
of production, and as with the was to play an important role in
F.4 it gained vital export success the development of the Meteor
in addition to notable frontline F.8. The evolving E.1/44 design
service with the RAF. An F.4 eventually featured tall, straight-
airframe, serial number VT150, edged vertical tail surfaces and
was used as a development these appeared during testing to
One of the most important test pilots in the Meteor programme was Jan
Zurakowski, who flew the initial F.8 development aircraft in October 1948. aircraft for the intended F.8, offer a considerable improvement
(Key Collection) initially flying in this role during in directional control compared
October 1948 with test pilot Jan to the F.4’s somewhat curiously
Zurakowski at the controls. shaped vertical tail surfaces. The

IN FOCUS
GLOSTER METEOR F.8
 The Royal Australian Air Force's 77 Squadron flew Meteor F.8s in combat during the Korean War. This example, A77-881, was with the unit
prior to its leaving South Korea in 1954. The RAAF Record Card for this aircraft states that it was formerly WK910.
Belgium received Meteor F.8s from several sources, inlcuding local assembly. EG-216/B2-Q was one of the longest-surviving Belgian
aircraft, serving until 1963. Ex-WA899, it is seen here in high-viz target-towing markings. (all profililes Andy Hay/www.flyingart.co.uk)
E.1/44’s straight-edged tail shape improved design compared to of the F.8. With this powerplant the
thus became the pattern for the the F.4, allowing better rearwards Meteor F.8 could reach (according
F.8’s vertical tail, and this was to vision (a fully ‘blown’ clear canopy to Gloster’s figures) a maximum
be a distinctive feature of the new was eventually standardised, which speed of 598mph (962km/h) at
Meteor version. was the best pattern of all). 10,000ft (3,048m). Although far
The F.8 was pressurised, and the Power came from two Rolls-Royce higher than the speeds attainable
pilot was provided with an early Derwent 8 turbojets, each of 3,500 by frontline piston-engined
t
form of Martin-Baker ejection seat. lbst (15.6kN)-class. The Derwent fighters of World War Two, this
Cockpit instrumentation layout 8 was a development of the performance capability was easily
was improved compared to the F.4, Derwent V, which had powered the eclipsed by newer jets of the
and a retractable gyro gunsight Meteor F.4, and although of similar mid-1950s onwards. A little faster
provided better forward vision basic output was an improved than the Meteor F.4, many pilots
when not in use. The rearwards- design and was fitted in the more reported the F.8 to be actually
sliding cockpit canopy was of an aerodynamically efficient airframe slightly less manoeuvrable, with
Meteor F.8s were camouflaged later in

their RAF service, as demonstrated by
these 63 Squadron aircraft with WA903/H
nearest to the camera. In homage to an
earlier age, the Meteors’ engines could
be helped into life by the ubiquitous
‘trolley-acc’. (Malcolm V Lowe Collection)
IN FOCUS
GLOSTER METEOR F.8
regarded to have been the first to

actually gain operational status. tension in the Cold War, and the
Production of the Meteor F.8 by Meteors were a vital component
Gloster and Armstrong Whitworth of Britain’s air defences, several of
eventually amounted to some the F.8 squadrons being a part of
1,090 examples, and possibly larger wings attached to specific
slightly more than this. air bases.
Eventually, 21 RAF squadrons The Meteor F.8 was, however,
flew Meteor F.8s as their main increasingly a throwback to an
equipment, in addition to earlier age as the 1950s wore on,
several others, which had one with its subsonic performance and
or two examples on strength for cannon armament, which were
second-line duties additional to being outpaced and outgunned
their normal mounts. Frontline by newer and more powerful
units were 1, 19, 34, 41, 43, 45 generations of fighters in the
(temporary only), 54, 56, 63, 64, East and West. The Meteor was
65, 66, 72, 74, 92, 111, 222, 245, 247, also wholly a day fighter in
257, and 263 Squadrons. Just less the developing parlance of the
Several cheerful pilots wearing the badge of 43 Squadron pose in front of their Meteor than a dozen Royal Auxiliary Air time, while night fighting and
F.8s. These are early production aircraft with the original rearwards-sliding cockpit canopy, Force squadrons also eventually all-weather operations were
which had a ‘solid’ rear portion; later examples sported fully transparent ‘blown’ main operated the Meteor F.8 as their increasingly being flown by
glazing. (Key Collection)
main mount. Among these was dedicated and better-equipped
616 Squadron, the unit that had types. The Meteor F.8 was
taken earlier Meteors into service eventually replaced in RAF
a marginally greater wing loading Among the first F.8 operators were during 1944. The initial years of frontline service chiefly, but not
and higher stalling speed. The 43 and 245 Squadrons, together the 1950s were a very colourful exclusively, by the superlative
service ceiling was some 43,000ft with 1 Squadron and several period in RAF operations, with Hawker Hunter; the first unit, 43
(13,106m), while armament for the others, all of which transitioned fighter squadrons able to adorn Squadron, becoming a frontline
F.8 remained the standard Meteor onto the F.8 during 1950 when their aircraft with colours relevant Hunter operator in exchange for
layout of four 20mm cannons, the F.8 officially entered frontline to their unit’s heritage or heraldry. its Meteors during the summer
two fitted within each side of the service. 245 Squadron is now Nevertheless, it was a time of great of 1954. But the Meteor F.8 did,
forward fuselage.
MAJOR BRITISH SERVICE

Following production go-ahead the
Meteor F.8 began replacing the
F.4 in RAF frontline service from
1950 onwards, while another iconic
British day fighter of the early
Cold War era, the Hawker Hunter,
eventually took over the reigns
of Britain’s daytime air defences
from the Meteor line during the
later 1950s. It is generally accepted
that the first Meteor F.8 to reach
an RAF squadron was VZ438,
which joined 1 Squadron at RAF
Tangmere, Sussex, in December
1949. However, it was several The Meteor FR.9 was a fighter-reconnaissance derivative of the Meteor F.8. Seen here is
prototype VW360, which first flew in March 1950 and displays the camera nose of the type. (Gloster)
months before the type became
operational at squadron strength.
 With an early F.8 canopy, WA852 displays

the metal finish and colourful markings
characteristic of 1950s day fighter squadrons.
The yellow and green denotes 257 Squadron.

IN FOCUS
GLOSTER METEOR F.8
 Later in their service lives, many Meteor F.8s bearing British military serial numbers received camouflage; Dark Green and Dark Sea Grey over Aluminium. Meteor F.8 WF643/F flew in
this smart and colourful finish when allocated to the Royal Auxiliary Air Force's 611 Squadron.
 During 1965, long-lived Meteor F.8 WH301 was flown by 85 Squadron, this balck and red chequerboard unit at that time being a training squadron flying Meteors and Canberras as targets
for the fighter interception instruction of radar controllers. It is now displayed at the RAF Museum, Hendon.
however, soldier on with several

squadrons well into the later
1950s, a particularly long-lasting
F.8 unit being 245 squadron,
which finally ended its association
with the type during 1957.
The Auxiliaries also ceased all
connection with the F.8 in 1957,
but this was due to wholesale
disbandment of all flying units of
the Royal Auxiliary Air Force that
same year.
In RAF service the Meteor F.8
was also flown by flying training
schools, although instruction was
not the primary task of the type,
and a number were also used as
target-towers. Much later, some
were converted as U.16 unmanned
target drones.
Many Meteor F.8 airframes were
used for test purposes, including
development work with various
powerplants. The most unusual Some of the RAAF Meteor F.8s carried names. A77-134 was ‘Snookes’ while flying with 77 Squadron from Kimpo (K14) during the
conversion was the so-called Korean War. (Andy Thomas Collection)
‘prone pilot’ Meteor, which was
a curious modified F.8, WK935,
featuring a new elongated nose time in its infancy for frontline aircraft including an appropriately photography with a specially
with provision for a pilot to lie service, was also an area which configured USAF B-29 aerial reconfigured camera-carrying
flat in the forward fuselage. This involved the Meteor F.8, with refuelling platform. nose, and the PR.10 for high-level
idea was one of a number of aircraft of 245 Squadron being Two dedicated reconnaissance unarmed photographic work,
strange experimental projects converted specially for probe- derivatives of the Meteor F.8 which was a hybrid containing
that existed in several countries and-drogue refuelling trials. The were also developed. These were features of several Meteor
during the 1950s, but which did Meteors concerned were fitted the armed FR.9 fighter-recce versions including the F.4’s vertical
not proceed to operational status. with a probe in the nose, and model, which was basically an F.8 tail surfaces. The prototype FR.9,
In-flight refuelling, during that testing was carried out with tanker fitted for low- to medium-level VW360, flew in March 1950,
IN FOCUS
GLOSTER METEOR F.8
and four RAF squadrons later

F 10-57/35559, again, seen before being The fate of a large number of retired Meteor F.8s was to be turned into U.16 target drones, such
operated the FR.9 (2, 79, 208, and
re-painted in low-vis grey in the 1990s. as this aircraft being piloted remotely, without a human on board. (Flight Refuelling Ltd)
541 Squadrons), of which 126 were
built, while just 59 PR.10s were
constructed.
INTO COMBAT
The RAF did not use its Meteor F.8
fighters in action, but one export
customer for the type became
fully involved in a major shooting
war. This was Australia, which
had received its first Meteor in
1946 (an early trials/development
aircraft), but it was the F.8 that
named in some sources ‘Reaper’),
an F.8 had been converted to M ET EO R F. 8 F O R EX P O RT
For Gloster, in addition to domestic orders, the Meteor became a very
came into its own with the Royal ground-attack configuration
important export product. Its F.4 was already a major export success by
Australian Air Force (RAAF). with the forward fuselage
the time of the F.8’s RAF service, and demand for the latter was also high,
Remarkably, the Australian cannon armament retained, but
especially when its capable if strictly subsonic performance with RAF
aircraft were supplied from Britain also including provision for the squadrons became apparent. Several countries subsequently operated the
directly to the war zone in Korea, carriage of various underwing Meteor F.8, and the type was also licence-manufactured overseas.
where in-theatre training by RAF air-to-ground ordnance including The best export customer for Meteors was the Netherlands, which operated
pilots was subsequently carried bombs and rocket projectiles. the F.8 and the type was also built under licence in the Netherlands by Fokker.
out. This was for the RAAF’s 77 The RAF, however, had no Belgium was similarly a major Meteor F.8 user, with aircraft assembled by
Squadron, which was flying piston- obvious need for such an aircraft Avions Fairey. Other F.8 operators included Denmark, Brazil, Egypt, and
engined Mustangs in combat when and the project was shelved. Israel. One of the lesser-known exponents of the Meteor F.8 was Syria, which
Meteors arrived in numbers from Nonetheless, the Australians saw eventually operated 19 examples, and even more exotic were the FR.9 recce
early 1951 onwards to re-equip the potential of the Meteor F.8 aircraft delivered to Ecuador, Israel and Syria.
the squadron. Combat operations in this role following the rather
followed later in the year when the poor showing of the RAAF’s F.8s
unit moved from Japan to Kimpo in air-to-air combat over Korea,
in South Korea, with the Meteors and the type flew subsequently
initially flying as dedicated with considerable success in air-
fighters. Unfortunately, their chief to-ground operations, particularly
adversary, the Soviet-built MiG-15, from early 1952 onwards. Indeed,
was a far superior aircraft and it the Australian Meteors of 77
was eventually decided that the Squadron continued in combat
Meteors would be better suited to right to the end of the Korean
air-to-ground operations. War in July 1953, and the Meteor
Somewhat ironically, Gloster F.8 then persisted in RAAF and
had examined the possibility later Citizen Air Force service
of manufacturing a dedicated for several more years. Some
ground-attack derivative of surviving Australian aircraft Among the various export customers for the Meteor F.8, Syria operated 19 examples
together with other Meteor versions including the FR.9. These Syrian Meteor F.8s
the Meteor F.8. Receiving the were eventually converted into
include ‘412’ nearest to the camera. (Key Collection)
company designation G.44 (and unmanned U.21 target drones. ❚
RAAF Meteor F.8 A77-570 undergoes maintenance
and apparently some repair work following combat
in Korea. The Australians found the Meteor to
be better suited to air-to-ground combat rather
than aerial fighting during Korean War operations.
(Andy Thomas Collection)

G L O S T E R M E T E O R F . 8 65
Looking extremely elegant in this dive, Meteor

F.8 VZ460 carries rocket projectiles under
the wings during trials with the Royal Aircraft
Establishment at Farnborough. This particular
aircraft was scrapped in 1957. (Key Collection)
OUT AND ABOUT
YEOVILTON MODEL SHOW
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in February at the Fleet Air
Arm Museum, Somerset.
It proved to be just as popular
as ever with all the trade stand
slots fully booked and club
displays fit to burst…all, as
usual, were positioned around
the collection of outstanding
naval aircraft. Some of the
highlights that caught my eye
are presented here.
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INTERMEDIATE BUILD
MIGNET HM-14
Wonder
Small Mike Grant itches
to build Brengun’s
resin ‘Flying Flea’
in 1/144 scale
in various museums, reference as a one-piece solid part, but
material was surprisingly plentiful, the cockpit was hollow and
including two online photos of the incorporated the pilot’s seat.
subject aircraft, G-AEBB, which Once the blue paint had cured,
is part of the UK’s Shuttleworth the open cockpit was masked and
Collection. airbrushed a light golden brown
to represent varnished wood, and
Vital prep’ the seat brush-painted a slightly
Work began by washing all different brown to suggest leather.
resin parts in warm water and The kit-supplied PE seat harness
scrubbing them gently with a was discarded in favour of thinner
soft toothbrush. They were then flexible belts made from Parafilm,
O
f all the aviation beautifully in grey resin, photo- airbrushed with Tamiya White airbrushed grey; the buckles were
subjects that fans of etched (PE) metal parts, a simple Surface Primer, as was the PE sliced from the PE part and glued
1/144 scale might have but well-printed set of decals and fret. Such was the kit’s simple in place with PVA, and the flat
craved over the years, instructions. Unsurprisingly, it’s a configuration that almost all metal control column was replaced
the Mignet HM-14 Flying Flea is small model – miniscule in fact. The components could be painted with a section of stretched sprue.
unlikely to have topped many fuselage was less than 2cm long, before assembly, so wings and It must be said now that a pair
wish-lists. the main wingspan about 4cm. rudder were sprayed gloss white, of needle-pointed tweezers and
So it was a surprise when Czech Several of the PE components and the fuselage blue. No specific a magnifying Optivisor proved
manufacturer Brengun recently were virtually microscopic, and paint references were supplied, absolutely essential for this
released a resin kit of this esoteric, inevitably a few of them were so a mid-blue was mixed from project. The instrument panel was
home-built civilian aircraft. And tweezer-launched into oblivion Tamiya X-14 Sky Blue and X-4 Blue, part of the PE forward bulkhead,
impressively presented it is too. during the course of the build! attempting to match the colour in behind which another metal part
The sturdy little box contains the Because there are many surviving the photos. was glued that even included
main airframe components cast Flying Fleas (and a few replicas) Brengun moulded the fuselage raised representations of the
 All of the resin parts were cast superbly, with no sign of air bubbles.
 The fuselage measured less than 2cm long. Care was needed while separating it from the
casting block, especially at the front where the floor was rather thin.
 What all the fashionable modellers are wearing these days! Some form of magnifying  Brengun supplied a PE seat harness, but painted Parafilm strips were preferred for a
eyewear, such as this Optivisor, is definitely recommended for this project. more true-to-scale appearance.

INTERMEDIATE BUILD
MIGNET HM-14
Upper-nose, engine The previously painted component was glued onto

mounts and central the forward fuselage, and fitted perfectly.
struts were all combined
in a single PE part.
After careful study of

the instructions, the
struts were bent upwards
to form an inverted ‘V’,
the apex of which would
support the main wing.
Decals were duly applied, and the

small instrument housing and clear
windscreen added from scratch.
Having sprayed the wheels silver, small circles of masking tape were punched and applied  Almost invisible to the naked eye, the one-piece engine even included exhaust outlets;
before airbrushing the tyres grey. here the diminutive wing was being test-fitted.
gauge housings! On the subject reference photos helped make styrene was added below the
aircraft there’s a small fairing sense of it, and Tamiya Bending engine to add rigidity to the frail
behind the control panel, on top Pliers made clean, accurate folds. forward assembly, since it also
of which sits a windscreen. This Brengun’s tiny resin engine was supported the upper wing.
semi-circular fairing was replicated a work of art, but proved difficult
Mignet HM-14 Pou-du-Ciel Gaining identity
MODEL SPEC
from a slice of styrene rod, cut in to manoeuvre and glue into place
By: Brengun half. For the screen itself, a clear between the PE engine mounts. Decals were applied next, but
plastic paintbrush protector was A supporting section of scrap just four were supplied. The
Stock Code: BRS 144023
stretched over a candle flame until
Scale: 1/144 a suitably narrow diameter was
Price: €14.16 achieved, then a section was cut
from this and attached with PVA.
Available from: Part PE1 was the largest of
www.brengun.cz
the metal components and
represented the flat upper nose,
while also incorporating engine
mounts and main wing centre
struts. The instructions for
bending this part to shape were
confusing at first, but study of
INTERMEDIATE BUILD
MIGNET HM-14
Miniscule styrene brackets

were glued below the wings
and small metal loops to the
fuselage, through which the
rigging would pass.
 In this scale, any slight misalignment looks grossly exaggerated, so a makeshift jig was
made to keep everything in place while the upper wing was attached.
Uschi van der Rosten’s elastic

rigging thread was easy to use
and looked realistic.
The undercarriage and prop – complete

with a PE boss – were the final additions.
Again, Brengun included PE parts with CA glue. This procedure

for these but they were solid; an was surprisingly stress-free
attempt was made to drill holes considering the size of the kit,
through them, but unsuccessfully although a few wires were omitted
due to their size, so replacements in the interests of sanity.
were made from 10 thou (0.25mm) The resin propeller was then
styrene sheet. The wires also had painted and attached but a PE
to converge on the fuselage sides, alternative was included as well,
so tiny loops of black-painted so the central boss from this was
fuselage codes were a little over- however I felt something more copper wire were glued into drilled used. All that remained was to
sized compared with photos, rigid was required, so two lengths holes. (These look hugely over- add the undercarriage. Holes had
but the decals adhered well and of ultra-fine ceramic wire were scale on photos but are barely been drilled previously through
the miniscule rudder dragonfly duly substituted. noticeable at actual size). the forward fuselage to accept an
motifs looked great. A complex While the model was upside down Rigging was carried out with axle, but unfortunately these were
photo-etched brass bracket was the tiny rigging brackets were also elasticated Uschi van der Rosten misaligned slightly, so instead
supplied to attach the rudder, added to the wing undersides. superfine thread, attached each wheel received its own short
which involved bending several section of axle. Tiny discs of black
tiny tabs in different directions… styrene, made using a punch-and-
the mangled result of my efforts 1:1 die set, replaced the kit-supplied
to do so was duly trashed, in PE wheels.
favour of a simple stretched sprue ACTUAL
replacement.
Attaching the rear wing was
SIZE A miniscule gem
Unexpected, unusual, unique…
straightforward, the larger main Brengun’s Flying Flea is all of
wing requiring a makeshift jig via these, but it’s also a beautifully
blobs of Blu-Tack and the back produced little model. Working at
of a business card! The model this size inevitably posed its own
was inverted, everything aligned, problems, compounded by the
then cyanoacrylate (CA) glue was author’s ongoing struggle with PE
applied to the central strut/wing parts and sheer ham-fistedness on
connection. After leaving it to occasion, but none of these issues
harden for a few hours, the two could be attributed to the kit itself.
supporting struts were added. PE  This image is reproduced at actual size, emphasising how small Brengu’s 1/144 Flying Certainly frustrating at times, but
parts were included on the fret, Flea really is. ultimately rewarding. ❚

PHOTO FOCUS
MIGNET HM-14
The Flea
AMW’s Editor Chris Clifford was lucky enough to photograph
this real Flying Flea during a visit to the excellent Malta Aviation
Museum, at Ta’ Qali. Thanks go to Ray Polidano at MAM for the
extra access. www.maltaaviationmuseum.com up Close
IN FOCUS
MIGNET POU DE CIEL
Flying Fleas!
Ken Ellis
explains how
a maverick
French pilot
pioneered
aviation for
the ‘man in
the street’
Henri Mignet flying past the press at Shoreham on August 17, 1935 at the
beginning of his Daily Express-sponsored tour of the UK. The wording on the fin
is ‘L’autre Aviation’ - alternative aviation. (All photos Flying Flea Archive)
F
rustrated by the
elite nature of flying,
Frenchman Henri Mignet
was determined to avoid
conventional methods and go his
own way.
Sadly, mention of his name
tends to bring up labels such as
‘maverick’ at best, ‘crank’... or
even worse. When describing the
aircraft, he is most associated with,
the ‘Flying Flea’, terms range from
‘folly’ to ‘death-trap’. Dogmatic and
cavalier the dapper Frenchman
may have been, but he started a
revolution in light aviation.
Baby steps
Aged 19, Henri built a small glider,
learning the rudiments of flight
while hurtling down a hill near
his parent’s home at Saintes in
western France. This machine was
the HM.1, the first of a legion of
Derby-based CH Cooper with his Harley-Davidson-powered G-AEHH, early in 1936. designs that carried his initials.
After studying electronics at

IN FOCUS
MIGNET POU DE CIEL
22ft (6.7m) in span. which literally translates as Sky

Inside the tiny cockpit, the pilot Louse. ‘Flying Flea’ sounded better
had just a control column, attached and before long this became the
by cables to the pivoting forward generic name for the HM.14 and
wing and by pulleys and cabling the rest of the ‘family’.
to the rudder. The rear wing was
fixed, it had no moving surfaces, Aviation prophet
and there were no ailerons, flaps or A second edition of the Le Sport
elevators. de l’Air appeared in 1935 and
Pushing the stick forward, the the take-up was phenomenal:
trailing edge of the forward wing Mignet suddenly had thousands
would lift and the little craft of disciples all over the world.
would descend: pull it back and it In Britain, Newnes Practical
would climb. By moving the stick Mechanics magazine serialised
to the left or right, the rudder the book and the Air League
would effect a ‘clunky’ turn in the recognised the new ‘craze’ by
Stephen Appleby was unhurt while demonstrating Flea G-ADMH with short-span, intended direction. endorsing an English version of
17ft (5m), main wing at Heston on July 29, 1935. Le Sport de l’Air entitled ‘Aviation
The result was the HM.14, which
Henri first took into the air in for the Amateur - The Flying Flea,
college, during World War One him and, typically, declared that it September 1933. It flew on just How to Build It’. The Daily Express
Henri served as a radio-telephonist was ‘the system’ that was wrong, 17hp (12.6kW) from a 540cc sponsored Henri to cross the
on the Western Front and later in not him! three-cylinder Aubier et Dunne Channel in his tiny creation and
the Balkans. Henri embarked upon the design converted motorcycle engine. It tour the UK.
His first powered design appeared of an aeroplane for the man-in-the- was nicknamed the ‘Pou du Ciel’ It was estimated that the
Profile: Frank Munger/Key Collection
in 1920 and seven years later came street that could be constructed at
Henri’s first really capable creation, home without specialised tooling.
the HM.8 parasol monoplane. He The fuselage used no greater skills
taught himself to fly in this and than those needed to create a
he began to formulate his ‘seat of packing case. It would also be so
the pants’ philosophy. Determined easy to fly that the builder could
to spread the word Henri wrote teach his or herself to be a pilot as
a ‘how to’ book, Le Sport de l’Air they went along...all of this without
(Sporting Aviation) in October 1931. going near the authorities. Henri
Approximately 200 people built, called this “L’autre Aviation” -
or at least started, HM.8s having alternative flying.
read this. To keep the dimensions of sub-
In 1932 Henri asked a friend assemblies small enough to be
to teach him to fly a ‘normal’ built in a garage, or even the front
aeroplane, a brand-new Potez room, Henri went for tandem
43 three-seat cabin monoplane. wings with both creating lift
Flea G-AEFV was loaned to the Air League for examination in a wind tunnel at the
He hated it. Henri determined almost equally. The wings were Royal Aircraft Establishment, Farnborough, in August 1936.
that there must be thousands like simple, robust, and no more than
IN FOCUS
MIGNET POU DE CIEL
accidents. In Algiers in August 1935

Monsieur Marignan died when his
Flea crashed...he was the first of
many fatalities. Some countries
carried out outright bans; perhaps
relieved as the headlines allowed
an anomaly to be stamped out.
In France and Great Britain the
diminutive Flea could be put into
large wind tunnels and tested in all
sorts of attitudes - the first aircraft
to be tested in this manner. The
tandem wing layout was found to
be at fault. Even in a slight, nose-
down, descent the forward wing
could blank out the rear and the
Flea could enter an ever-deepening
dive. Several had crashed inverted
as the plunge downwards became
Above: Abbott-Baynes Aircraft of Farnham, Surrey, offered professionally built and an outside loop.
modified Fleas, the first of which was G-AEGD…powered by a water-cooled Carden- Mignet came up with a ‘fix’, but
Ford, in April 1936. it made his simple aeroplane
Right: The cover of Mignet’s English edition, ‘The Flying Flea’, published in 1935.
more complex as the rear
wing was turned into a sort of
‘Flea’ could be built for £25. and could be renewed annually, elevator. A series of cams and
That figure needs putting into its although the dispensation could be push-rods moved the rear wing
mid-1930s context: the average withdrawn at any time. when the Flea was put into a
annual income was £200. Clubs Between July 1935 and May 1939 descent, allowing it to counter any
and groups were started all over a total of 76 A to Fs were issued. tendency to enter a dive.
Britain, chipping in subscriptions to This pioneering system led to the In Britain the ARB withdrew
create a ‘People’s Plane’. Permit to Fly that is used today authorisations to all unmodified
That £25 was just for the to legislate a vast array of light Fleas but continued to support
airframe: Mignet’s book was high aircraft. Similar arrangements those that carried the moving
on his philosophy of ‘alternative’ were initiated in other countries: rear wing. But only another four
flying, but light on the engine, its while these may not have been builders took up this option.
ideal output, weight, fittings and devised specifically for the Flea, The bubble had burst; the ‘craze’
controls. Rapidly, this became a the little aeroplane was certainly was over. Henri Mignet went on
stumbling block, both financial a catalyst. down. Upwards of 250 Fleas were to design and build many more
and technical, for many would-be started in the UK and, as well as Flea types into the 1960s, with
builders. The rise and fall the 76 that went ‘legit’, perhaps as his son Pierre going on to market
In Britain, the Air Registration Despite the ease of getting an A many as 40 more flew illegally. high-tech versions. Hundreds of
Board (ARB) - predecessors of to F, a huge number of builders By advocating learning to fly by HM.14s were eventually scrapped,
today’s Civil Aviation Authority remained outside of ‘the system’ turning the pages of a book alone burnt or became museum pieces
- could not turn a blind eye to either through ignorance or and with no consistency of build as a reminder of a bygone age of
what looked set to become a determination not to get bogged quality, there were bound to be ‘alternative’ aviation. ❚
tsunami of renegade aviators.
Technically each Flea would need
One of two options in the kit is
to comply with the Air Navigation
Kenneth Owen’s G-AEBB, built and
Order of 1923 and go through flown at Southampton in early 1936.
the painstaking, and expensive, Today, it is part of the Shuttleworth
process of gaining a Certificate of Collection at Old Warden.
Airworthiness. With pressure from
the Air League, the ARB came up
with an amazing concession, the
Authorisation to Fly (A to F).
Essentially, this demanded that
the aircraft could not fly outside
Great Britain and avoid urban
areas. Aerial work could not be
undertaken, nor could passengers
be flown - both of these being
pretty difficult in a Flea! The
operator must maintain the craft in
“sound working order” and “a state
of adequate” repair. Aerobatics
were prohibited and third party
insurance was compulsory. The
ARB’s approval lasted a year

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INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
Andy Moore fails to

get the hump with
Hasegawa’s magnificent
MaK Camel
T
he Maschinen Kreiger
or MaK Universe was
created by Japanese
artist and sculptor Kow
Yokoyama in the 1980s.
By mixing elements from World
War Two aircraft and armour
with Star Wars and other sci-
fi styles, he created a unique
world populated by mech suits,
armoured walkers and anti-grav
fliers. In the back-story he created,
the Earth was re-populated in
2859 after a nuclear war in 2807
left the planet uninhabitable.
As tensions rose between the
colonists and the ruling Strahl
Democratic Republic, troops  Additional materials such as rubber
were brought in to restore order, hoses, vinyl joints and a length of steel
which led the colonists to hire wire for the aerial were included.
 As the parts for the legs were handed, each section was
marked with an ‘L’ and ‘R’ to aid assembly later on.

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LUM-168 CAMEL
The upper and lower limbs were

connected by a mid-section,
which trapped vinyl pivots to
allow the leg to be posed.
 The decal sheet featured a wealth of stencil data, along with plenty of unit insignia; all
were printed to a high quality with virtually no excess carrier film.
mercenaries to defend them. The rubber hoses and two lengths of length of steel wire represented schemes were shown on the
situation degenerated into civil flexible tubing were supplied, with the radio aerial. A comprehensive underside of the box). Moulding
war, in which both sides utilised which to depict pneumatic lines on decal sheet was included, along quality was very high, and just
armoured power suits and other the model, along with a selection with a separate card that showed the large slide-moulded parts
hi-tech weaponry. The story was of vinyl pivot joints to allow the colour profiles of four different needed a few light mould seams
published originally in Japan in the model to articulate. Finally, a marking options (a further two to be removed. The plastic was
"MOULDING
1980s and, over the years, various
manufacturers released kits based
QUALITY
on Kow’s original designs. In 2008
Hasegawa began to release new
WAS VERY
MaK kits, and a recent offering was
HIGH"
this LUM-168 Camel.
In the box
Inside were five white styrene
runners, which carried the bulk
of parts for the main body and
pilot, plus a single frame in dark
grey for the cockpit components
and a one-piece smoke-tinted
canopy. In addition to the plastic
components, two runners of soft
Luna Tactical Reconnaissance

MODEL SPEC
Machine LUM-168 Camel

By: Hasegawa
Stock Code: MK06
Scale: 1/20
Price: £94.99
Available from:
Amerang, www.amerang.co.uk
INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
The seat components

received Alclad Aluminium
as a first stage in the
chipping process.
 The arms of the pilot’s seat had its moulded cables removed and  Once the Interior Green was touch dry, the parts were dampened
replaced with thin electrical wire. Holes were drilled into the kit part with warm water and the surface was rubbed gently with a soft
to allow the wire to be attached after painting. brush. As the water absorbed through the top coat of paint, the
hairspray began to dissolve...lifting the green paint and leaving a
 After a coat of hairspray, Gunze Interior Green was applied to worn and chipped finish.
the parts. Slight crazing occurred due to the paint being sprayed
too heavily, but this added to the final effect.  The realistic battered look that can be achieved with the
hairspray technique was apparent on the finished seat frame.
 Once the chipping was completed, the seat was assembled and the smaller details painted,  The cockpit panels were base-coated in Alclad, and then chipped via the same method as
followed by an oil wash. The final step was to re-attach the cabling on the control arms. the seat.
 Detail painting was carried out, followed by an oil paint wash. Some of the rubber hoses  The supplied rubber hoses had a hard-to-remove mould seam. To avoid the issue, replacement
were replaced with the same coloured electrical wire used on the seat. hoses were formed from wound guitar string, bent to match the shape of the original hoses.

INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
typical of Hasegawa, being hard

and slightly brittle, which meant
care was needed when parts were
removed, to avoid any scars that
would require filler later. However,
once off the runner, the plastic was
easy to work with and the detail
was clean and crisp.
Long limbs
Leg assembly construction was
tackled first. These comprised
upper, mid and lower sections,
each built from halves, to which  The face and cap were brush-painted  The helmet was sprayed white and  The finished pilot figure added a
various detail parts were added with Vallejo acrylics. Dark wash around the gloss-coated, after which two stripes were welcome splash of colour to the otherwise
along with a vinyl pivot to allow opening helped to define the face. masked, ready to be sprayed blue. monotone cockpit.
articulation. Although the fit
was good, the join line between sporadically. The lower limb also painting the leg sections before painting as they benefited from
halves required a smear of filler trapped a wishbone-like part, they were connected together, a simple push-fit onto the ankles.
which needed to remain unglued but ultimately it was felt that Leg and foot assemblies were
to allow it to slide freely. This in painting the full assembly would marked with an ‘L’ and ‘R’ in pencil
turn was trapped between the be easiest. There were fears that to avoid confusion later on, and
halves of the ankle, which attached the vinyl joints in the legs would then set aside while construction
to the bottom of the lower limb. not support the weight of the switched to the cockpit.
Once upper and lower limbs were completed model but, after a dry-
built they were connected by the fit of the fuselage and cockpit, Crew compartment
mid-limb halves and these clipped the joints appeared to be strong The cockpit module was a
over the previously installed vinyl enough. The feet were also built beautifully engineered design. Its
pivots. Initial thought was given to at this stage, but left separate for shell was formed from semi-
 The painting process of the main engine

bell began with a base coat of gloss black.
 This was followed a coat of Alclad White

Aluminium which was shaded with Alclad
Dark Aluminium.
"THE
DETAIL
WAS
CLEAN
 Initial mediums applied to the engine
bell were gloss black and Alclad White
AND
Aluminium (shaded with Dark Aluminium).
Then, the bell was tinted with Tamiya clear
CRISP"
colours mixed with X-22 clear. The colours
were glazed over the bell in overlapping
layer, to leave a heat-stained patina.
INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
Following a base coat of

aluminium, the rear tank  Once the paint was touch-dry, water was  Once the paint began to soften, a stiff
was given a generous brushed over the tank. It was important to brush was scrubbed lightly over the surface
application of hairspray. allow the water to absorb through the top and the paint began to lift, leaving the
paint layer and activate the hairspray. chipped effect.
The hairspray was allowed to dry

for five minutes before a coat of
Gunze RLM 04 Yellow was sprayed.  When the desired effect was achieved, excess water was removed with a paper towel and
the tank was set aside for the paint to cure.
circular halves, into which fitted a control arms attached to the insulated electrical wire. The Alclad Aluminium. The intention
number of highly detailed inserts sides of the seat frame and these moulded cable was cut away and was to show a heavily worn
that formed the internal walls. featured moulded cables that holes drilled in the arm to accept finish and the hairspray method
These were very cleverly designed hung from the arms. To avoid the replacement wire. For this, was used to achieve this. Two
to be painted individually, before the need to clean the mould lines orange wire was chosen as it generous coats of hairspray were
being clicked into place within that ran down the length of these provided a good contrast to the applied over the base aluminium
the module. Work began with the cables, and to ease painting, it interior green in the cockpit. Once and given a few minutes to dry.
pilot’s seat, which was built from was decided to remove them and the seat parts were prepared they Gunze Interior Green, thinned with
a number of sub-assemblies; two fit new cables made from thin, were primed and given a coat of tap water, was then airbrushed
over the components and,
again, allowed to dry for a few
moments. It’s important when
using hairspray not to apply the
top coat of paint too heavily, as
this may activate the hairspray
and lead to crazing of the paint
finish. This happened in certain
areas of the seat frame, although
in this case the effect added to
the look of general wear and tear.
Once the top coat was touch-dry,
lukewarm water was brushed
over the surface. At this point it
was important to allow time for
 The housing for the laser cannon

featured two poorly moulded bolts, which
were removed...
 ...and replaced with two spare bolt heads

that Hasegawa provided on the runner.

INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
the water to penetrate the paint

"SPLINTER
CAMO WAS
layer, and reach the hairspray
DEFINED
beneath. Once the paint began
to soften, a soft brush was used
WITH STRIPS
to rub away paint from corners
and other areas exposed to wear.
OF 2mm
When the chipping reached the
level required, the parts were set
MASKING
aside to dry fully...after which the
TAPE"
joysticks and other details were
picked out with Vallejo acrylics.
The pilot figure comprised
separate parts for the torso,
legs, arms, feet and head and to
ensure the arms and feet would
align with the joysticks and foot
pedals, small balls of Squadron
green putty were placed between
the parts. The pilot was then
placed in the seat and the feet and
arms adjusted to fit; this enabled
the putty to fill any gaps that
occurred. Once everything was
aligned, liquid cement was flowed
into the joints to set the position
permanently. When dry, the pilot
was removed from the seat and
any remaining gaps around the
joints received more putty. The
instructions recommend white
for the pilot’s pressure suit, but
to help enliven the cockpit it
The outline of the

splinter camo was
defined with strips of
2mm masking tape.
 Surrounding areas were protected  With the masking fluid removed, the
and masking fluid was applied with a multi-layer nature of the chipping was
 All body components were base-coated in Tamiya Yellow Green mixed with a little X-22, sponge around the edges of the splinter revealed. This type of effect would be much
which provided a strong satin finish for subsequent chipping effects. camouflage. harder to achieve with the hairspray method.
 With the grey tone applied, the chipping was carried out and concentrated on areas that
would be prone to the most wear, such as corners and panel edges.
INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
panel was first sprayed aluminium,

after which a coat of Tamiya X-27
Clear Red was applied to simulate
an anodised finish. Various rubber
hoses needed to be added to the
cockpit panels, and these were
supplied in the form of black
tubing, but to provide extra colour
in the cockpit, some hoses were
replaced with the same wire as
used on the seat arms. Once the
interior panels were completed
they were glued into the cockpit,
which left just the seat and pilot to
be installed at the end.
Big MaK
The remainder of the
"SMALLER
construction dealt with the large
main body. This came in halves
MARKINGS
with an additional panel on the
top and a circular bulkhead, which
AND STENCILS
formed the body’s front. Before
WERE
the halves could be attached, the
inserts for the engine nozzles
CHIPPED
needed to be painted and
installed, and these were finished
WITH A
in Alclad metallic lacquers and
SCALPEL
inserted into the hull halves. Once
the latter were joined, the upper
BLADE"
panel and front bulkhead were
attached, but the joins required
a little Mr. Surfacer 500 to help
blend the complex compound
curves of the upper hull. The
was decided to paint the suit in the finish, a glaze of the original chose not to supply a visor for the main engine bell received a bright
orange–similar to those used by orange mixed with matt varnish helmet. Scratch-building a new aluminium finish by first spraying
Space Shuttle training crews and was sprayed over the whole suit; item would be tricky due to the with gloss black followed by
SR-71 pilots. Vallejo Bright Orange this softened the shading and compound curves of the helmet, Alclad White Aluminium. Subtle
was used as the main base tone, highlights and gave a suitable matt so it was decided to leave the heat staining was added by over-
after which the creases and folds finish. The head was left separate headgear open...which offered spraying with a glaze mixed from
in the suit were sprayed with a and brush-painted with various the added bonus of allowing the Tamiya clear colours and gloss
darker orange-red. Highlights were flesh tones, and the boots, gloves pilot’s face to be more visible. The varnish. The same technique
added by spraying yellow vertically and harness were painted and the remaining cockpit panels were was used for the blast deflector,
over the figure, to catch just the head attached, which left just the finished with the same hairspray which was also given a hairspray
upper areas of the suit. More helmet to finish. This was painted method used on the seat, and then chipped-paint finish over the
shading was added with a dark white followed by multiple coats had any details accentuated in heat-discoloured aluminium. The
brown oil wash in the recesses, of gloss varnish, after which two appropriate colours before being two support arms that attached
but this left the figure looking stripes were masked and sprayed weathered with oil washes. The the cockpit module to the body
a little patchy so, to harmonise bright blue. Oddly, Hasegawa pressure tank on the right hand needed pre-shaped, ribbed rubber
 Larger decals were degraded around the  Once applied, the scuffed decals blended  The dorsal tank was wrapped in gold foil from an Easter egg to replicate a layer of
edges with the tip of a scalpel blade. in with the surrounding chipped paintwork. thermal insulation.

INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
 A glossy, oily mix was made from Humbrol Clear and Vallejo acrylics, and this was applied  MIG Abteilung oils were worked into the  ...before they were blended into the
as a wash around the pneumatic rams on the legs and feet. panel lines... surface with a soft cloth.
hoses to be attached...but the Splinter time apertures for the rocket nozzles on chipped paint to be removed more
hoses suffered from prominent As this machine was designed the main hull, and with everything easily. The parts were given two
seam lines. These would have to operate on the moon, a grey masked, Tamiya XF-4 Yellow coats of hairspray, followed by
been hard to remove without splinter scheme was chosen as Green was chosen as the base Vallejo Dark Sea Grey. Once the
destroying the delicate ribbing, a suitable camouflage for this tone to represent Zinc Chromate grey was touch-dry, the chipping
so it was decided to fashion high-contrast environment. Once primer. Tamiya X-22 Clear was process began. Small sections at
replacements from a length of the main components had been added to the Yellow Green which a time were moistened with warm
wound guitar string. This was washed to remove grease and helped give a hard, shell-like finish, water and chipped, concentrating
cut to length and bent to match dust, the areas painted previously which would be resilient to the on those areas that would
the shape of the original hose, were duly masked. Damp paper subsequent chipping procedure; naturally receive the most wear
before being attached to the towels were used to fill the large the satin finish also allowed the and tear. Once the chipping was
support arm with cyanoacrylate.
The two large tanks on the hull
were finished separately and
attached at the end of the build,
while the dorsal tank received
a simulated thermal protective
coating by wrapping the part in
gold-coloured foil from an Easter
egg. The second, ventral, tank was
first sprayed aluminium before
receiving the hairspray treatment
on the yellow top coat. A small
stencil decal needed to be placed
on one end of this tank and, as
this decal would sit over areas of
chipped paint, it too was chipped
to match the underlying finish
by means of a pointed scalpel
blade once the decal was dry. The
remaining small detail parts of the
hull were painted in aluminium,
before being given a corroded
look by applying dark grey with
a sponge. Some of these parts
subsequently received additional
hairspray chipping with Gunze
H26 Bright Green. As a last-
minute addition, a few bolt heads
from a Meng Model set were
added to the upper hull along with
a bracket sourced from the spares
box. The last main component to
be built was the cockpit-mounted
laser cannon. This featured
poorly moulded bolt detail and,
as Hasegawa had provided
spare bolts on the runner, two of
these were substituted for the
moulded parts.
INTERMEDIATE BUILD
LUM-168 CAMEL
lines and around details before

being blended into the surface
with a soft cloth. The main colour
used for this procedure was
MIG Abteilung 510 Starship Filth
which, as the name implied, gave
a suitably grimy patina. This
was augmented with localised
applications of brown, white
and blue oils which breathed life
into the surface. For the various
pneumatic rams on the legs, an
oily mix, blended from Humbrol
Clear and Vallejo acrylics, was
painted over a silver base. The
optional collar between the hull
and cockpit was painted yellow
and white, and the yellow sections
subsequently received a wash
of Citadel Seraphim Sepia, while
the white parts were weathered
with the same MIG oils as the
body. With the oil weathering
completed, the components were
set aside for several days to allow
the oil paint to dry properly, after
which, a light coat of satin varnish
removed excess shine. The last
step was to add the various
lengths of rubber hosing to the
legs and feet.
MaK magic
Hasegawa has produced a
"THE BUILD IS
fantastic kit with the Camel and
the build is straightforward, with
STRAIGHTFORWARD,
no hidden surprises to catch
out the unwary. The six colour
WITH NO HIDDEN SURPRISES"

schemes are quite similar, but
given the subject’s fictional
nature, a whole world of possible
completed, the paint was allowed parts were given a gloss coat in their edges scuffed while still finishes can be explored. In many
to harden fully before receiving readiness for the decals, which on the decal paper before being ways, the model offered a unique
a protective coat of Alclad Aqua also required chipping to match applied conventionally. A further opportunity to combine painting
Gloss. The splinter camouflage the underlying paint finish. gloss coat was sprayed to protect and weathering techniques
needed to be marked-out with Smaller markings and stencils the decals before moving to the usually employed separately for
2mm masking tape to define the were chipped with a scalpel blade weathering, the bulk of which aircraft or armour, and a degree
edges of the pattern, after which once in place, but larger decals, was carried out with oils, which of freedom in how those methods
the rest of the areas to be left in such as the hull numbers, had were painted liberally along panel could be applied. ❚
the base grey were protected.
Since the chipping on the splinter
pattern needed to correspond to
worn areas on the base grey, a
different method was used. Gunze
Neo masking fluid was applied with
a sponge over the previous chips,
allowing a little overlap onto the
grey and, once dry, Gunze RLM
74 Dark Grey was sprayed. When
this coat was dry, the masking
fluid was rubbed away with a
fingertip to reveal the layered
chipping beneath. The final round
of masking for the black splinters
was applied and the same masking
fluid process used, before Tamiya
XF-69 NATO Black was applied.  Grime effects were augmented by brown,  ...and in a variation of the dot-filter technique, were then rubbed with a soft cloth to
With the masking removed, all blue and white oils... create further tonal variation.

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NOSTALGIC STOCKPILES 126 pages

BELTS, POUCHES AND PACKS
82 pages
just how much is being stockpiled!

into the individual pieces of kit,
Concerned with just aerospace-
starting with the ubiquitous
associated kits, the motivations
belt, and works its way through
discussed apply equally to any pouches, canisters and shovels
form of collector and the author to load-carrying packs. Each
is to be commended for phrasing item is described in depth, and a
them in a concise manner. Attention combination of period and modern
then switches to the other side photographs (the latter provided
of the equation...how a company thanks to the co-operation of
encourages customers to part collectors and museums) help
with their cash. It examines how to illustrate how they were
displays were arranged and the positioned depending on how
importance of box-art (still vital much was carried. Additionally,
even in the Internet age). Although they provide empirical evidence
not as applicable today, the crucial as to equipment colours and how
historical role of the hobby shop is German Combat Equipment they faded or were affected by
Collecting Vintage Plastic Model examined, and this section caused 1939-45 heavy wear and tear...also how
Airplane Kits much nostalgia, particularly when By: Jean-Philippe Borg they were altered and improved
By: Craig Kodera comparing personal memories to the ISBN: 978-2-35250-304-0 between 1939 and 1945, whether
ISBN: 978-1-58007-223-6 anecdotes of what the local retailer Price: €19.95 in the factory or in the field.
Price: US $24.95 meant to modellers. There is an Format: 241mm x 200mm Notably, the colours of the
Format: 279mm x 216mm eclectic selection of box-tops from Web: histoireetcollections.com water bottle covers are unlike
Web: www.specialitypress.com around the world to accompany the anything depicted by most kit
narrative, with emphasis on US firms Whether one is a figure builder manufacturers! The exhaustive
While modellers may shudder at such as Aurora and Renwal. Whether specialising in German World War research will also enable
the premise of kit collectors, by the a builder or a collector, this is a great Two soldiers, or includes figures modellers to depict figures from
time one has finished reading this summary of how the kit industry has as part of a model or diorama, any particular timeframe with the
there might be a nervous glance at developed and is likely to encourage this book is an invaluable source correct bits and pieces hanging
the ‘stash…and worried thoughts of plenty of misty-eyed reflection. SF of information on the equipment from the y-shaped yolk and
carried by soldiers during that associated belt, which became the
64 pages period. Rather than provide standard German Army wartime
TRANSATLANTIC RHINOS any overview, it leaps straight load-carrying ensemble. SF
Corps) and the derivatives flown
by the Royal Air Force and Royal HELLENIC WALK-ROUND BONANZA 100 pages
Navy. A potted history examines
the development of the basic Air Force F-16 in all its glory. The
design and how it was modified to style is not unlike that of Danny
satisfy UK demands. All aspects Coremans’ DACO books, and the
of the aircraft are analysed in imagery here is just as good, with
the technical section, which are interior/exterior views of Block 30,
backed by a series of excellent 50, 52/52M/52+ ‘Vipers’. The detail
photographs, and culminates in is staggering, and invaluable if one
a description of weapon types is considering even a basic build
carried by the Phantom. Here, of an F-16, whether it’s actually a
both US and British ordnance is Hellenic example or not. Unsure
included, and there is an insight of the differences between Block
into standard combat loads, aided numbers, or the Pratt & Whitney
by a combination of photographs and General Electric engines? Then
USN McDonnell Douglas F-4 and illustrations. Note that the F-16 Fighting Falcon – Viper Under look no further as these, and many
Phantom II latter lack a constant scale and The Skin other gems, feature in abundance.
By: Peter Davies the shapes of several munitions By: Ioannis Lekkas and Ilias Gkonis If scratch-building is on the cards,
ISBN: 978-1-4728-0495-2 are depicted inaccurately. More ISBN: 978-618-81376-4-6 the splendid shots of open panels,
Price: £11.99 than a third of the pages are Price: €28 Format: 220 x 238mm undercarriage bays and cockpit
Format: 248mm x 184mm devoted to combat operations, Web: www.eagleaviation.gr will leave no excuse for tripping-up
Web: www.ospreypublishing.com with a heavy emphasis on actions with accuracy, and weaponry isn’t
in Vietnam, and they also give an Entrenched firmly in Hellenic Air ignored either as there are shots
Instantly recognisable, the classic awareness of weapon delivery Force subjects, this publisher can of armament such as AIM-120
F-4 Phantom was operated by profiles, tactics and field-crafted always be relied on for superb AMRAAM, AGM-88 HARM, AGM-
various air arms of the US and UK solutions to aiming difficulties. For photography. Previously this has 154 JSOW, GBU-10 and -24 smart
for more than 30 years. Osprey such a thin volume, it is crammed (sorry!) focused on mainly jaw- bombs, AIM-9 Sidewinder, AIM-2000
has delved into the operational with plenty of information, and will dropping aerial views, but here one IRIS-T and more. This is a stylish
history of the US Navy variants be useful to modellers of all skill is treated to no-holds-barred walk- guide no Viper fan should miss, and
(also used by the US Marine levels. SF round examination of the Greek is highly recommended. CC
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BOOKS
A POWERFUL STING 146 pages

WHIZZING OVER THE WAVES
366 pages
these are almost all in black and

a large section on the actual
white, but the bulk of the coverage
contests, with plenty of detail on
comprises myriad company drawings
competitor machines, relevant
and illustrations of many facets personalities and manufacturers,
of the aircraft. It’s pleasing to see such as Supermarine, Macchi,
weapons detail too, and in this case et al. But the introduction sets
it comes via drawings of the different the scene well by telling of the
25lb rocket heads, as well as photos inception of this famous race
and illustrations of rockets, launch series. The events were the
rails and connecting cables, as well brainchild of Jacques Schneider,
as practice and full-sized bombs son of the famously wealthy
and cannons. Also explored are the French armament magnate.
various reconnaissance cameras, Jacques actually made mining
and torpedoes for the Fleet Air Arm’s engineering his speciality, but
Sea Hornet, while another useful he soon fell in love with aviation
addition is that of sub-type drawings, due to the circles in which he
to help identify the idiosyncrasies mixed, meeting luminaries such
of the different variants. These are as Louis Blériot and Wilbur
The de Havilland Hornet & Sea of the 3D variety, with annotations/ Schneider Trophy Aircraft 1913- Wright. Spellbound by waterborne
Hornet captions and every version is 1931 aircraft in particular, Schneider
By: Richard A Franks represented. Period photos (a By: Derek N James instigated a special competition
ISBN: 978-0-9930908-0-6 handful in colour) help illustrate the ISBN: 978-1-78155-418-0 to further the development of this
Price: £17.95 Format: A4 colours and markings chapter, and Price: £40 Format: 255 x 183mm type of aircraft. The book then
Web: www.valiant-wings.co.uk this is fleshed out by many colour Web: www.fonthillmedia.com also examines the participating
profiles by Richard J Caruana. The machines, as well as non-starters
Valiant’s popular Airframe Album book closes with a study of available Not the first book to tackle the and projects…and there are
series continues apace with this model kits (including Trumpeter’s the Schneider Trophy races, plenty of black and white photos
extensive volume on what was the ‘challenging’ offerings), accessories this is a re-worked older volume (and occasional line drawings)
RAF and FAA’s last twin-engined and books; Special Hobby’s 1/72 NF.21 with new material. If one has of these. Much of the imagery
fighter. It offers a reasonable amount Sea Hornet, and Trumpeter’s 1/48 F.1, not considered building said will be familiar to those already
of period whole-aircraft photos and get the full build treatment. CC aircraft, then this hardback will conversant with the genre, but
be a helpful introduction to the there are rarer shots. For the price
96 pages subject…but is not modelling- tag though, colour profiles would
SOVIET HEAVY METAL focussed. The content comprises have been appreciated. CC
array radar, a two-man crew and
maximum speed of Mach 2.82.
Foxhound entered service in 1981
MARITIME ROUND-UP 192 pages
and remains one of the key air- current worldwide naval situation.
defence assets of the Russian Air As with previous iterations, a review
Force. The type’s powerful radar of the major world navies fills
allowed the aircraft to operate the first third of the pages, from
as a ‘mini-AWACS’, guiding other which two (Indonesian and British)
interceptors to their targets. This are selected for Fleet Reviews.
new book describes in detail the Unfortunately, it was produced prior
MiG-31’s development history, to the latter nation’s 2015 defence
upgrades, unrealised projects, spending review, and this hampers
weapons and armament, as well as the analysis in several areas, notably
featuring a comprehensive survey maritime patrol. Modellers will be
of all current MiG-31 kits. There most interested in the centre section,
are more than 180 high-quality which provides detailed analysis
colour photographs, eight pages of World Naval Review 2016 of four ship classes: Holland-class
Mikoyan MiG-31 Interceptor full-colour profiles, six three-view By: Conrad Waters offshore patrol vessels, USS San
By: Yefim Gordon and Dmitry line drawings and detailed walk- ISBN: 978-1-84832-309-4 Price: £30 Antonio (LPD-17) landing transport
Komissarov rounds, providing the modeller and Format: 248mm x 263mm docks, Turkish Ada/MILGEM
ISBN: 978-1473823921 enthusiast with everything they Web: www.pen-and-sword.co.uk corvettes and Greek Roussen fast-
Price: £16.99 need to know about this potent attack craft. There is a development
Format: 210mm x 300mm warplane. Mention is also made of Maritime enthusiasts will welcome and operational history for each,
Web: www.pen-and-sword.co.uk the only other air force to operate the seventh edition of Seaforth’s backed by a superb collection of
the Foxhound, (Kazakhstan) along naval review, as it provides a detailed photographs and the LPD-17 article
The MiG-31 Foxhound began as an with several colour photographs of analysis of several vessel types and a includes potential future designs
advanced derivative of the MiG- this country’s operational aircraft. thorough examination of at least one based on the same hull form. A
25P Foxbat interceptor, becoming This is an essential reference for naval force. The introduction pays handy review of naval aviation
the first Soviet fourth-generation fans of Russian combat aircraft close attention to the shifting geo- precedes the final section on the
combat aircraft to feature a and a timely release considering political climate, and its potential ‘dark arts’ of naval electronic warfare
highly capable passive phased AMK's new kit. AD effect on future defence spending, and a description of the UK Royal
before providing an overview of the Navy’s new uniform. SF
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BOOKS
SETTING THE SCENE 96 pages

THE MIGHTY JUG
136 pages
publisher’s second examination

All subsequent airframes would be
of the scenic modelling genre,
dubbed ‘bubbletops’, and feature
and offers a wealth of instruction
a blown canopy and cut-down rear
and inspiration. Eight noted figure
fuselage. Variants are addressed
and diorama experts, including in chronological order, and are
Dan Capuano, Noel Petroni and accompanied by 1/72 scale plans
Sergey Popovichenko, impart their of each, along with lavish colour
skills and knowledge in a step- profiles of specific airframes.
by-step manner, and the results Modellers will undoubtedly find
are jaw-dropping. While some of the detail section very beneficial,
the technique, such as scratch- as it mixes extracts from P-47
building and converting, really technical, pilot’s and repair
are for those with a few projects manuals with period and modern
under their belt, there is still a vast photographs of the aircraft and its
array of methodology that can be interior. There are several direct
attempted by those just starting comparisons between the images,
Scale Model Handbook – Diorama out. The projects themselves, which which will aid in scratch-building…
Modelling 2 range from the ‘cover star’…an Republic P-47B-D Razorback even the smallest items. The walk-
By: Various contributors amazing study of one of Hannibal’s By: Robert Pęczkowski around images, predominantly of
ISSN: 2241-8105 elephants being attacked at the ISBN: 978-83-63678-84-5 museum exhibits and airframes
Price: €29.95 Format: 280 x 210mm battle of Zama (202 BC), to the Price: £19 under restoration are superb,
Web: www.mrblackpublications.com German Panther tank crew at rest Format: 300mm x 216mm and highlight the varied nature
between battles on the Eastern Web: www.mmpbooks.biz of the ‘standard’ colours applied
There’s nothing like a diorama Front, are refreshingly different to the structure and exteriors.
to provide a true sense of and offer heaps of hints and tips. Sidelined by seemingly more It culminates with an account of
achievement. But, and especially And Capuano’s ‘Stalingrad – A Fight glamorous aircraft such as the the various bombs and rockets
for the inexperienced, it’s a fine to the Last’ is the most audacious P-51, the P-47 Thunderbolt was carried by the P-47, including
line between attaining the desired piece of modelling within these arguably one of the most effective the rarely depicted M-26 cluster
level of realism and ending up pages. If one is remotely interested ground-attack aircraft of World munition. With its first-rate
with something toy-like. This in dioramas, this worthy book will War Two. MMP’s wonderful history content and excellent value, this is
splendid work from MrBlack is the act as a satisfying tipping point. CC of the early versions (known as likely to become an indispensible
‘Razorback’) covers all in-service guide for modellers building an
83 pages sub-types from the -B to the D-22. early P-47. SF
HEBREW DESERT CAT
words for APC (Nagmash) and for GERMAN MILITARY ICONS 152 pages
Centurion (Shot-Cal). One of these,
well-served for actual kits of the
the Puma combat engineering
Teutonic types, in different scales, via
variant, is the focus of this
Tamiya, Italeri, Hasegawa, Fujimi and
volume. After a description of the
modifications from the baseline AFV Club. So, Haynes’ new reference
tank chassis, and an overview of on these great little vehicles is most
the many sub-types, attention welcome, particularly because there
turns to a comprehensive series isn’t actually a whole lot out there
of ‘in action’ photographs and all in terms of printed reference works.
are in full colour. Modellers will be This Enthusiasts’ Manual is vital for
delighted to know that there are anyone lucky enough to own a real
no parade-ground vehicles; all are example of either car, but there’s so
depicted in the field, and exhibit much for modellers here too; in the
varying degrees of dust, sand, text, the fact is not lost that both
mud and general heavy usage. had their origins in the iconic civilian
Puma Heavy APC A ‘man and machine’ section Volkswagen Beetle. There is a decent
By: Michael Mass and Adam O’Brien offers considerable inspiration selection of period imagery and
ISBN: 978-965-91635-7-1 for dioramas, and highlights the VW Kübelwagen/Schwimmwagen diorama/vignette inspiration is given
Price: £22.99 equipment worn by the vehicles' By: Chris McNab in spades. But photos of restored
Format: 279mm x 215mm crews. Even the most ardent ISBN: 978-0-85733-779-5 machines also offer much clearer
Web: www.aviationbookcentre.com detailer will be impressed by the Price: £22.99 Format: 277 x 215mm views of the vehicles, as do factory
walk-around photographs, which Web: www.haynes.co.uk drawings, while official reports
Necessity is often the mother occupy more than half of the provide perspective on what it was
of invention, and this approach pages and detail every aspect of The Allies had the Jeep…an enduring like to operate the types. Rarities,
is epitomised in the Nagmashot the vehicle, down to unit markings military classic that still draws such as the experimental twin-rear-
family of heavy armoured and the various armour fits. attention at re-enactment days and wheel Kübel, fitted with snow chains
personnel carriers (APCs), based Whether one has Hobby Boss’ 1/35 vintage rallies. Germany, however, all-round, also appear and what a
on the British Centurion tank. Puma or intends to convert AFV had its own famous forces runabout cracking conversion project that
The portmanteau name is derived Club’s 1/35 Shot-Cal, this is an in the shape of the VW Kübelwagen would make! The close-up photos
from a combination of the Israeli essential reference. SF - and its amphibious cousin the offer welcome detail and are a boon
Schwimmwagen. We are relatively for modellers. CC

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AIRCRAFT KITS
DEUTSCHE SCHNELLBOMBER 1/48

WARTIME AUK
1/72
Do 17Z-2 WWII German Bomber forward bomb bay to cater for this.
By: ICM Options include open or closed
Item no: 48244 Price: £26.99 engine cowlings and bomb bay Nord 1000, 1001, 1002 Pingouin and 1002 versions, but there are
Web: www.icm.com.ua doors, raised or lowered wing control By: Fly sufficient parts for just one model.
surfaces and alternate cockpit roof Item no: 72031 Price: €13.95 Considering its limited-run status,
ICM’s Dorniers are ‘must haves’ for antennas. The quality decal sheet Web: www.fly814.cz the castings are superb, with well-
Luftwaffe fans, and the Do 17Z-2 features full airframe stencilling, rendered external features on the
bomber version’s release has been but lacks swastikas. There are four A licence-built and re-engined Bf engine cowlings. The decals are
eagerly awaited. Its runners are schemes: 108 Taifun, the Pingouin (Auk) was generally of the highest quality,
identical to those from the previous • 5K+HR, 7./KG 3 ‘Blitz’, France, constructed by Nord during World although on this sample, there
Z-10 night fighter and either variant August 1940 War Two. The basic kit is identical was a slight shift in the register on
could be built. A full load of 20 x • F1+BL, 3./KG 76, France, August to Fly’s previous offerings, with two smaller items. Three schemes
SC50 bombs has been provided, 1940 a combination of styrene and are offered:
although this would have been • U5+BH, 1./KG 2 ‘Holzhammer’, resin parts. This release adds six • Nord 1000, No.199-1 ‘André
reduced for longer-range missions, Greece, May 1941 new resin components for the Nicolle’, 1944
and there is a fuel tank for the • A1+TZ, 15.(Croat.)/KG 53, USSR Renault 6Q 11 and 10-associated • Nord 1001, ‘Normandie Niemen’
engine cowlings for the Nord 1001 • Nord 1002, 3.S.12, Aéronavale
1/144
KINGS OF DISCO
LONG-NOSED LION CUBS 1/48
Boeing 720 ‘Caesar’s Chariot’ inserts rather than decals, and

By: Roden the cockpit transparencies are Latin American Kfirs TC2 and TC10 instrument panels and seats, and
Item no: 318 Price: £25.99 integral to the ‘roof’…easing By: Wingman Models the exterior is improved by new resin
Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk assembly greatly. While the Item no: WMK 48012 Price: €70 wheels and an exhaust nozzle. A full
exterior detail is top-notch, with Web: www.wingmanmodels.com canopy mask set, and two sheets
Roden’s theme for its Boeing finely engraved panel lines, the of Cartograf decals provide the
720s - liveries applied to aircraft engines are the real highlight, When it comes to improving/ finishing touch, along with markings
for concert tours of the USA and are stunning representations converting an existing kit, few firms for four Latin American schemes:
by famous bands/musicians - is of the JT3C turbojets. They come close to Wingman Models. Its • TC2, FAC 3003, 111 Sqn, Colombian
brilliant. This re-boxing caters for have excellent compressor faces re-boxing of Kinetic’s Kfir C2 is a AF, 1995
the 1979 Bee Gees ‘Spirits Having and exhaust nozzles...all that truly magnificent product, with full • TC10, FAC 3007, 111 Sqn, Colombian
Flown’ tour and features a smart is required on the latter is the resin replacement forward fuselage, AF, 2013
deep blue/red scheme, with band opening of the eight ‘hush kit’ undercarriage bay and cockpit to • TC2, FAE 931, 2113 Sqn, Ecuadorian
and tour logos on fuselage and tubes on the rear of each item to reproduce the two-seat trainer AF, 1998
tail. Cabin windows are styrene produce a stunning result. version. All internal differences • TC10, FAE 930, 2113 Sqn,
are addressed, with two sets of Ecuadorian AF, 2000

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AIRCRAFT KITS
PUGNACIOUS DIVER 1/48

TWO INTO ONE
1/48
Mitsubishi FS-T2 Kai decal sheet with full stencilling

By: Hasegawa and logos for the prototypes.
SDB-5 Dauntless markings for New Zealand, US Navy Item no: 07406 Price: £36.99 While external details are slightly
By: Eduard and Army Air Force and Aéronavale. Web: www.www.amerang.co.uk heavy in places compared to
Item no: 1165 Price: €41.25 The colour density and register are more modern releases, this won’t
Web: www.eduard.com perfect on the Cartograf-printed In releasing the Japanese FS-T2 be apparent once the model is
sheet. The five schemes are: Kai prototype as a ‘limited primed and painted. Just two
Eduard’s treatment of Accurate • SDB-5, NZ5056/56, 25 Sqn RNZAF, edition’, Hasegawa has gone back fuel tanks are provided, which
Miniatures’ 1/48 Dauntless is a Piva, Bougainville, April 1944 to the beginning to complete its is a disappointment as both
tribute to the quality of the original • SDB-5, S-1, VMS-3, Virgin Islands, range of Mitsubishi F-1 variants. airframes were used extensively
kit, as there is little to improve. spring 1944 What one gets is the T-2 (two- for weapon-carriage trials. The
Additions include photo-etched • SDB-5, B-5, VMSB-331, Majuro Atoll, seat) aircraft, but with sufficient two schemes depict prototype
metal cockpit and interior detail, new Marshall Islands, spring 1944 parts from the F-1 kit that either airframes operated by the Air
resin wheels and an intricate single- • A-24B-1-DO, 42-54298/84 ‘Fly Bar’, version could be built. Additional Development and Test Wing
piece twin .50 cal mount. Masks are 407th BG, Amchitka, summer 1944 components include replacement (ADTW):
provided for the extensive glazing, • SDB-5, 36817/169, 4° Flotile de instrument panel, cockpit • 59-5107, ADTW, Gifu AB, Japan,
but the big advantage over previous Bombardment de l’Aéronavale, sidewalls and fin-top antenna, a 1975
iterations is the decal sheet with 1945 new runner for the rear-cockpit • 59-5106, ADTW, Gifu AB, Japan,
avionics cover and a superb 1975
1/48
LOVELY LIAISON
TARGETING TITO 1/72
Expeditor II seats are provided as well as

By: ICM those in the cockpit, and this area DFS 230C Luftwaffe Glider leader Josip Tito. Details include
Item no: 48182 Price: £20.99 benefits from control yokes and ‘Unternehmen Rösselsprung’ troop seats and a generous array
Web: www.icm.com.ua a good instrument panel, while By: RS Models of photo-etched brass, which offers
the engines also have bearers Item no: 92187 Price: €22 cockpit/seat embellishment and
This release follows ICM's and firewalls, but the engines Web: www.rsmodels.cz other features. Two machine-guns
previous C-45F. The parts lack cylinder fin detail. The three are provided, and one also receives
are moulded with impressive British colour schemes are: This new DFS 230 should delight undercarriage and the landing skid:
crispness, in olive grey plastic, • KN128, RAF Air Command, Luftwaffe fans looking for something • 1E+1-33, Unternehmen
and the engraving is super. Karachi, July 1945 unusual, and is a respectable limited- Rösselsprung, Yugoslavia, May
Helpfully, lower and upper wings • KP110, 782 NAS, Fleet Air Arm, run rendition, despite the hint of 1944
are one-piece items, and the Lee-on-Solent, 1951 flash. One of the three liveries • H4+2-27, Operation Vassieux-en-
fuselage is placed in a recessed • HB275, 231st Group Conversion depicts an aircraft used in Operation Vercors, July 1944
section in the latter. Passenger Flight, Karachi, 1944 Rösselsprung, Gemany’s effort to • Sonderkommando Dora, North
destroy the headquarters of Partisan Africa, 1942
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AIRCRAFT KITS
AERIAL BLADE 1/48

TRENDY SUKHOI
1/72
Ultimate Sabre photo-etched metal and tape masks. Su-27 Flanker ‘Ukrainian Air Force the seat is lacklustre and best
By: Eduard Also new is the stunning decal sheet, Digital Camouflage’ replaced. Some may think the
Item no: 1163 Price: €67.45 with five colourful USAF schemes: By: Hasegawa kit’s nose shape is suspect, but
Web: www.eduard.com • F-86F-30, 2584 ‘MIG MAD MARINE’, Item no: 02166 Price: £44.99 in redemption there is air-to-air
Maj John H Glenn, 25th FIS/51st Web: www.amerang.co.uk weaponry (radar/infra-red Alamo,
If one has the budget, a treat lies FIW, Suwon AB, Korea, 1953 and Archer missiles). Other PE
in store here; the Hasegawa base • 24850, 390th FBS, Alexandria AFB, Hasegawa has re-issued its sans parts help detail the afterburners
kit parts are as crisp as ever, and Louisiana, USA, 1955 suffix Flanker, this time with new and air intakes, and the clear
the notable features among these • FU-341 ‘MIG POISON’, Maj JP decals for the digital pattern frame offers nose-leg lights and
are the sublime wheels, airbrake Hagerstrom, Osan AB, Korea, 1953 on Ukrainian Su-27s. This has the windscreen-mounted IRST
bays, sharply defined gun fairings, • 24539, ‘DREADED GOMBOO’, Lt K always been a decent kit, with fairing. Digital camouflage comes
reasonable cockpit detail and there Ewing, 336th FIS, 4th FIG, Kimpo excellent engraving and faithfully via decals in two colours, to be
are even blanking plates for the air AB, Korea, 1954 reproduced undercarriage. The overlaid on paint to complete the
intake and exhaust. Eduard adds a • F-86F-25, 113361, 435th FBS, Detroit cockpit benefits from a photo- three-tone scheme. The decals
resin seat, pre-coloured and plain AFB, Michigan, USA, 1952 etched (PE) metal instrument allow ‘Blue 100/101’, from the
panel and side consoles, but 831st GvIAP to be portrayed.
1/172
TWIN-STICK EXOTICA
LATIN DELTAS 1/48
Fouga CM-170 Magister armament. Even the engine

By: Special Hobby fronts are offered, as well as
Item no: Price: €14.30 instrument decals to be overlaid Mirage IIIE/5 530/550, AIM-9) but there is a
Web: www.cmkkits.com on the moulded panels. The four By: Kinetic lack of air-to-ground armament.
attractive colour schemes ensure Item no: Price: US $39.99 The airframe plastic is superb, and
Following its French Navy Zephyr varying camouflage, Day-Glo Web: www.luckymodel.com offers alternative instrument panels,
boxing comes this global affair panels/stripes and exotic insignia. canards, and the Dagger nose and
with four African/Middle East They are: Kinetic answered the prayers of fin filet. Kinetic’s Cartograf-printed
liveries. The crisply moulded • U 103, Ugandan Peoples’ many with its new Mirage, and in the markings include:
styrene runners, is accompanied Defence Air Force School, usual fashion the company is getting • IIIEBR, 4914, 1° ALADA, Anapolis
by four resin components. Detail Entebbe Airport, late 1960s great use from its moulds by offering AB, Brazil
flourishes include separate • NT-44/197, Algerian AF School, different sub-types and markings. • IIIEBR, 4926, 1° GDA, Anapolis AB,
main undercarriage bay inserts Tafraoui AB, early 1980s This boxing allows the portrayal of • IIIEA, 1-018, Grupo Aéreo 6 de Caza,
and wing spoilers, optional • L602/505, Lebanese AF Brazilian and Argentinean Mirage Rio Galegos AB, Argentina, 1982
nose sections to account for • 157, Royal Moroccan AF, War of IIIEs, and Daggers from the latter • M5 Dagger, C-418, Grupo Aéreo 6
guns, and rocket pod and bomb the Sands, 1963 country. Much weaponry is provided, de Caza, San Julian AB, Argentina,
and almost all is relevant (Matra 1982

ON THE SHELF
AIRCRAFT KITS
ROOSEVELT’S REPLY 1/48

VETERAN BIPLANE
1/32
USAAF B-25B ‘Doolittle Raid’ have full ribbing and there’s a

By: Academy wealth of gear, such as radios and
Item no: 12302 Price: £39.99 instrumentation, a well-appointed
Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk cockpit, complete bomb bay with
different stores, upper gun turret Albatros B.II Early include convincing cockpit
Academy has done Mitchell fans and a bomb-aimer/nose-gunner By: Wingnut Wings surrounds, a beautiful powerplant
a 'solid' by re-releasing Accurate section. The engines are also Item no: 32046 Price: US $129 and fine bombs. Wingnut
Miniatures’ mouldings. While the impressive and will respond well to Web: www.wingnutwings.com has recognised its moulding
B-25G is also available, the tooling washes/dry-brushing. Serials for limitations, so photo-etched brass
here portrays the ‘B’ sub-type and all 16 of the mission’s airframes are The parts on these six runners wheel spokes are supplied. Five
thanks to the markings, one can provided, along with relevant nose signify a huge helping of colour schemes are provided:
model any aircraft that flew the art. Individual examples include: modelling enjoyment. Wingnut’s • B.210/13, Albatros built, 1915-16
famous Doolittle Raid on Tokyo. • 02270 ‘Whiskey Pete’ moulding is as good as ever, • MAN built, April 1915
This is a classy kit with beautifully • 02261 ‘Ruptured Duck’ and this subject is welcome as • B767/15, 1916
moulded detail; the fuselage halves • 02303 'Whirling Dervish' the Albatros B.II showed true • 847/15, 1915-1916
longevity. Notable flourishes • 1131/15, 1916
1/148
LUFTWAFFE LEGEND
TEUTONIC TONKA 1/32
Ju 88A-5 complete engines, alternative

By: ICM glazing and ETC 500 bomb racks.
Item no: Price: £26.99 500 and 1000kg bombs are Tornado ECR engraving, decent seats, a radar
Web: www.icm.com.ua provided but they are not fully By: Revell and swinging wings/swivelling
accurate, the engine fronts are Item no: 04923 Price: £39.99 pylons. The kit’s original stores are
ICM’s Ju 88A-5 is 100% new and a little simplified but still good Web: www.revell.de/en supplied (refuelling pod, Cerberus
is a splendid effort. The shape and essentially, and the prop blades and BOZ-101 ECM pods, Sidewinder
panel lines fair well, and there’s a are shaped well. Ultimately, this It’s 20 years since Revell first and Mk.82 AIR bombs), but are
feast of lovely moulding. A busy is a very pleasing kit, with four debuted this tooling, but it still supplemented by AGM-88 HARMs
cockpit includes internal ribs, full German Luftwaffe schemes: stands up well. The kit has enough to suit the Electronic Combat and
instrumentation and radios, and • L1+AM, 4./LG 1, France, 1940 detail for the less-experienced, Reconnaissance format (there’s no
the pilot’s seat sports machine- • L1+GN, 5./LG 1, Greece, May 1941 but it’s also a sound base for after- recce pod though). As with most of
gun magazines on its rear. • 4D+LN, 5./KG 30, Puri, Finland, market/scratch-building. In this large Revell’s Tornado releases, this boxing
Other features include separate autumn 1941 scale, many will feel the cockpit offers a dazzling special scheme;
control surfaces and dive brakes, • F1+AS, 8./KG 76, Russia, 1941 needs help despite its reasonable that of 46+28 of Takt LwG-51, as
detail, but in general there is fine seen at the 2014 NATO Tiger Meet.
ON THE SHELF
MILITARY KITS
GULF WAR TARGET 1/35

THUMPING ARTILLERY
1/35
Krupp 21cm Mörser 10/16

By: Takom
Item no: 2032 Price: £29.99
Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk
Krupp’s massive 21cm mortar,

which served in World War One,
is the subject of this cracking kit
from Takom, and provides parts
for either the original type 10 or
‘lightweight’ type 16 variants. For
its size there is a high parts count,
and this is reflected in the amount
of detail actually incorporated
into the model, enhanced by
superb moulding and a small
T-62 Mod.1962 (Iraq modification) fitted with the early-style engine photo-etched (PE) metal fret.
By: Trumpeter deck. Compared to the basic version The main differences between
Item no: 01547 Price: £32.99 there are replacement runners for the two types of mortar are the
Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk a new turret, KMT-6 mine-plough, barrel lengths and wheels, with
12.7mm DShK anti-aircraft gun and a the later version fitted with ‘pads’
Trumpeter’s love affair with the T-62 large searchlight. As with the other on its wheel rims to provide better • Mörser 10, Captured by
continues, and has extended to the releases, all parts feature superb cross-country capability. Both Canadians, Vimy Ridge,
modifications made to Iraqi vehicles texture and detail, and the tracks aspects are reproduced faithfully, August 1917
during its period of service. Despite are provided as individual links... and the distinctive barrel rifling • Mörser 16, Artois, 1914-1916
this, the T-62 remained vulnerable, here they are of the later RMSh type, is replicated by a PE insert. The • Mörser 16, Captured by
and during the 1991 Gulf War dozens with associated drive wheels. Hand- seven schemes include: Canadians, East of Arms,
were destroyed. For those unlearned painted hull and turret numbers are • Mörser 10, Sereth Front, October 1918
in T-62 lore, the Mod.1962 sub- provided for the single Iraqi Army Romania, 1917 • Mörser 16, Somme, March 1918
variant indicates this machine was Desert Sand scheme.
1/72 ARMY STARSHIP 1/35

ARMOURED ‘ROLLER’
WWII British Armoured Car this has been rendered superbly, M60A2 Patton the newer components (turret,
(Pattern 1920 Mk.I) and includes the mesh and By: Academy searchlight, running gear and
By: Roden strap racking. Roden’s excellent Item no: 13296 Price: £25.99 tracks) far superior to the originals
Item no: 731 Price: £14.99 moulding is typified by the Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk although, confusingly, assembly of
Web: www.pocketbond.co.uk delicate tread on the tyres, the the PE is on a separate instruction
sharp bolt features on the vehicle First impressions of Academy’s sheet. Options include barrels
Roden’s foray into the armoured exterior and the representation M60A2 (nicknamed ‘starship’ due with and without fume extractors
vehicle genre continues with this of wood grain. The small decal to its hi-tech nature) are favourable and open or closed commander’s
delightful Rolls-Royce in 1/72 sheet is well designed, and offers and the box comes packed with and driver’s hatches (but there
scale. As ever with this firm’s markings for three schemes: styrene, representing very good is no interior detail). Tracks are
products, the parts are highly • SV-4996, Royal Tank Corps, value. This is an excellent update of provided as length-and-link items,
detailed and generally free from Derbyshire, 1939 its 1990s-era M60 hull and fittings, and capture the chevron road pads
flash. While definitely archaic • ‘Ajax’, No.1 (AAC) Sqn, Egypt- with five new runners, a small sheet accurately, but the inner faces have
in appearance, a big hint this is Iraq, 1940-1943 of acetate and a photo-etched (PE) very noticeable ejector pin marks.
a British design is the suitcase • ARR2, Irish Cavalry Corps, metal fret for the turret stowage Just two schemes are provided,
carriage on the vehicle side... Ireland, Blarney, 1941 baskets. The difference in detail both in standard US Army three-
and mould quality is striking, with tone camouflage.

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MILITARY KITS
UP-ARMOURED KITTY 1/35

ARTILLERY BEHEMOTH
1/72
Sd.Kfz.171 Panther G Early photo-etched metal items. As ever, German Railway Gun K5(E) amazing, and there is a pleasing
Production Pz.Rgt.26 the moulded features are superb, ‘Leopold’ w/figure absence of flash. Contrasting
By: Dragon with cast texture on the mantlet By: Hasegawa levels of detail are apparent, with
Item no: 6267 Price: £54.99 conspicuous for its refinement. In a Item no: 31258/MT58 Price: £35.99 the bogie suspension units being
Web: www.hobbyco.net neat touch, pre-shaped metal hooks Web: www.amerang.co.uk good, while the base is rather poor
are supplied to enable spare track as the ballast and sleepers lack
This re-released Panther G links to be attached to the turret. Hasagawa’s vintage K5(E) railway depth. The 24 German figures are
appears to offer little over previous Red numerals are provided for three gun has been re-boxed with from an unknown set, but suffer
incarnations, with individual link vehicles, but there is an ongoing two sets of 12 figures and a new from prominent ejector pin marks.
Magic Track items replaced by debate as to whether the 400-series decal sheet. It enables one of the There are three schemes, but
DS-styrene examples. The kit depicts digits were black or red: weapons that operated against the third option with multi-hued
vehicles from Pz.Rgt.26, which fitted • 222, Italy, 1944 the Anzio beachhead, nicknamed ‘spaghetti-style’ camouflage is
extra armour plates to the turret • 424, 1. Kompanie, Italy, 1944 either ‘Anzio Annie’ or ‘Anzio definitely not for the faint-hearted:
top, and these are reproduced as • 434, 1. Kompanie, Italy, 1944 Express’ by the Allies, to be built. • Leopold, January-June 1944
Considering the age of the parts, • Leopold, prior to 1943
1/35 the single-piece gun gondola is • Roberto, January – June 1944
CAPTURED PANHARD
FOXY TROOP CARRIER 1/72
Panzerspähwagen P 204(f) of the kit’s strong points is the TPz1 Fuchs A4 although extra machine guns would
By: ICM quality of the components, and By: Revell be required. The exterior detail is
Item no: 35374 Price: £22.99 the leaf-spring suspension units Item no: 03114 Price: £11.99 very good; the three-part wheels and
Web: www.icm.com.ua (which are integral to the vehicle Web: www.revell.de/en intricate suspension rival those from
side areas) are as well-detailed 1/35 scale offerings, while fixtures
Packaged in ICM’s typically sturdy as separate items in other kits. Revell has updated and re-released such as the rear-hull propellers
box, this is a re-release of its Combined with the wealth of its Fuchs A4 armoured personnel are reproduced faithfully. The two
corking Panhard 178 AMD-35 kit fittings in the driver’s and fighting carrier with two runners from the schemes depict German vehicles in
with decals for vehicles operated compartments this is great value. later EloKa ‘Hummel’/ABC variant standard NATO Brown/Black/Green
by the German Army during World Four camouflage options include: (see March 2016 AMW), which camouflage:
War Two. The major difference • 92nd Pz. Aufklärungs Abt., 20th provide an improved upper hull and • Combat, Y-402-161,
with the previous offering is a new Pz.Div, Belorussia, July 1941 separate roof. There is a choice of Panzerpionierlehrkompanie 90,
turret, which features differently • German Police Force, Central building either a pioneer/engineer or Munster, 2010
styled side vision blocks. One Russia, September 1941 ambulance variant, and a basic troop • Ambulance, Y-402-294, GECON
transporter can also be constructed... ISAF, Afghanistan, 2006
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SCI-FI KITS
ROGUE LEADER 1/52

STARSHIP INNARDS
1/537
Snowspeeder Model Set the air brakes are moulded shut, yet
By: Revell the raised surface features and main USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Cutaway assembly. The low parts count
Item no: 63604 Price: €14.99 guns are well presented. A small two- By: AMT would make this kit ideal for any
Web: www.revell.de/en piece stand is provided, and decals Item no: AMT891 Price: £54.99 modeller, and cutaway features
replicate the prominent stripes on Web: www.amerang.co.uk are complemented by decals...the
This is yet another of Revell’s the nose and rear fuselage, but largest is best used in conjunction
random-scale Star Wars offerings they appear too orange in tone After a long absence, AMT’s with the styrene parts to simulate
and while not as detailed as other when compared to stills from the cutaway version of Star Trek’s greater depth. Sections of the
kits in the line-up, will still build into film. The kit is accompanied by USS Enterprise has been re-boxed saucer, main hull and one nacelle
a pleasing model. It’s ‘SnapTite’ Revell’s standard Model Set paint with an improved decal sheet. can be removed to display the
heritage is evident in the large brush, Contacta Professional and There are just 37 components, all interior. As it depicts an original
connector pins and holes and the a selection of Aqua Color paints, moulded in dense styrene, and its series vessel, the scheme is
lack of options. The closed canopy although additional shades will be 1990s heritage is apparent from overall pale grey (with relatively
is a rather thick one-piece item, and needed for the crew figures. the heavy detail and presence few stencils and windows) and the
of flash, yet most interior and comprehensive placement guide
1/500 exterior features are moulded is augmented by diagrams on the
STARFLEET’S FINEST integrally, which will ease box sides and base.
IMPERIAL FIGHTER 1/90
USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Star well detailed for its size, with clear
Trek Into Darkness styrene inserts for windows on
By: Revell the saucer and main hulls and a
Item no: 04882 Price: £34.99 multi-part bridge. The decal sheet TIE Interceptor Model Set ‘target’ main windscreen frame is
Web: www.revell.de/en is extensive and includes saucer- By: Revell provided as a decal. However, the big
edge trim/cheat lines, a variety of Item no: 63603 Price: €14.99 revelation is the level of detail, which
Arguably one of the most grilles and the famous NCC-1701 Web: www.revell.de/en is on a par with larger-scale offerings
controversial aspects of the registry markings. There are and includes a fully equipped cockpit
re-booted Star Trek universe, it’s effectively two schemes, either Available previously as a ‘SnapTite’ and Imperial pilot…and a plethora
fair to say that the design of the overall pale grey, or with the offering, Revell’s TIE Interceptor has of moulded features on the exterior.
re-envisaged USS Enterprise has complex ‘Aztec’ two-tone block- now been re-boxed as a Level 3 kit, With careful weathering this will
divided fans. Revell’s 1/500 kit pattern. If the latter is chosen, as part of its extensive Star Wars build into a cracking little model. As a
comprises more than 90 cleanly Revell has provided the necessary range. The thick attachment points Model Set it is even better value than
moulded styrene parts, the diagrams for scanning, although enable it to be assembled without the standalone kit, with an added
majority in white, with a Starfleet one will need to experiment to glue, and thoughtful use of blue-grey bottle of Contacta Professional Mini
insignia-inspired base/stand. It is ascertain the enlargement factor. styrene (similar to the studio models) adhesive, double-ended paint brush
will minimise painting...the complex and three Aqua Color paints.

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AUTO KITS
CRUISER DELIVERY 1/24

GOING ON A TRIP
1/16
1938 Custom Ford Van transmission and interior. There’s

By: Lindberg the obligatory chrome runner, with Volkswagen T1 Samba Bus suffered from flash. If ever a kit
Item no: HL114 Price: £29.99 alloy wheels, radiator grille and By: Revell warranted chrome fittings, this is
Web: www.amerang.co.uk typical hot-rod style exhausts and Item no: 07009 Price: £59.99 it, and there are two runners for
mufflers. As a true American muscle Web: www.revell.de/en those gleaming parts, including
This appears to be a re-boxing of the car, there is just a left-hand drive body and wheel trim, and two
Testors Vantastic hot-rod kit with an option, and while there is a partition Revell’s newly tooled T1 Samba styles of bumper. Helpfully, the
eye-catching new livery and decals provided for the cargo section, is an impressive size, and many mould gates on these parts are
by Round 2 as part of its Lindberg there are no side windows. Options older modellers will recognise positioned to minimise damaging
Line. It depicts a late-1930s Ford are limited to positioning the bonnet the classic design. It comprises 11 the surface. Additional trim, for
delivery van, but with a monster V8 either open or closed. The decals runners and features a complete the body and lovely vinyl tyres
engine...just what’s needed for a are of the highest quality, and interior, engine and suspension. is provided in decal form, and
speedy dispatch! Considering its age although there is just one scheme, Surprisingly for a modern kit, complements the chrome items.
(it was first released in the 1990s), there are two company logos to there are a number of moulding While there is a specified two-tone
this is a surprisingly detailed choose from and all of the intricate inconsistencies...as seams and livery, given how popular this
offering, with a complete engine, paintwork is included. sink marks marred several vehicle became with the Hippy
parts on AMW’s sample, and movement, there is a huge variety
1/24 the edges of larger components of alternatives.
BAVARIAN RACER
DATSUN CARGO 1/24
JTCC Team Schnitzer BMW 318i detailed, and the roll-cage is

By: Hasegawa notable for its solid construction.
Item no: 20270 Price: £29.99 A prominent seam line will need Nissan Sunny Truck Long Body notable is the single-piece body shell,
Web: www.amerang.co.uk to be removed from the slick Deluxe ‘Early Version’ which is devoid of seam lines. The
low-profile racing tyres, while By: Hasegawa busy interior offers just a right-hand
Hasegawa certainly knows how the wheels are push-fit items. Item no: 20267 Price: £32.99 drive configuration, and door inners
to get the most from a kit; this is The big change with the kit is in Web: www.amerang.co.uk have integrally moulded door and
a re-boxing of its 1990s-vintage the gorgeous decal sheet, which window handles. The decal sheet is
offering, but with a much- features perfect register and Hasegawa has followed its basic to Hasegawa’s high standards, but is
improved decal sheet and self- ‘solid’ colours that should prevent Nissan truck with the Long Body rather confusing as almost half the
adhesive paper window masks. any bleed-through of underlying version, which was sold worldwide as items will not be used, such as white
Its low parts count is indicative paint shades. Schemes for both either the Nissan Sunny or Datsun tyre trim, and a number of logos and
of its age, and although it lacks of the Team Schnitzer drivers are 620. New runners offer the early cartoon-like caricatures. There may
an engine, there is a respectable included in the box: shape of radiator grille, chrome be just a single specified scheme, but
suspension/transmission, the • 10, Steve Sopor covers for original style of wheels, a quick check of references yielded a
interior is comparatively well- • 73, Leopold Prinz von Bayern and early dashboard. Among the multitude of options for this popular
superbly moulded parts, the most four-wheeled workhorse.

ON THE SHELF
MARITIME KITS
POLISH HUNTER 1/700 1/700

FLEET FLAGSHIP
Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier scale, with the hull sides and
Akagi Full Hull Version flight deck particularly notable.
By: Hasegawa While this will build into a very
Item no: 43167 Price: £39.99 good model, Hasegawa’s Akagi
Web: www.amerang.co.uk detail-up set (see Accessories),
with its extensive photo-etched
ORP Ślązak 1943 Hunt II class that of modern resin releases, Hasegawa’s Akagi, first released metal content, will transform it
destroyer escort particularly when combined with in 2008, has now been re-boxed into a masterpiece. Surprisingly
By: IBG Models the PE accoutrements. Examples to provide a full-hull version of the air wing is very poor, as the
Item no: 70001 Price: €11.80 include loaded depth-charge rails, this important Japanese World runner is from a much older
Web: www.ibg.com.pl three-piece Mark XIX main gun War Two aircraft carrier. New release, and the raised panel
and quad ‘pom-pom’ mounts... parts are provided on two bright lines and vague outlines are in
Better known for its superlative the latter are superb items with red runners, as well as a stand contrast to the rest of the kit.
1/35 and 1/72 vehicles, IBG Models crisply moulded barrels. CAD-style for the smart wooden base and Two schemes are provided, as
has now entered the maritime diagrams provide clear and concise self-adhesive metal name plate. First Air Fleet flagship for the
realm with this Polish Navy Hunt- instructions for assembly, and this Additional features include white attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941,
class destroyer in 1/700 scale. A kit could serve as a stepping-stone metal propellers and protective and its ill-fated involvement at
waterline kit, it comprises one large to resin ships or more advanced mats for the outer faces of the Battle of Midway in 1942…
and five small styrene runners, styrene offerings. Just a single the bridge walls. The original for which a Hinomaru on a white
with a photo-etched (PE) metal fret scheme for ORP Ślązak is provided, components are among the best background is given for the
that provides railings, ladders and although there are pennant produced by Hasegawa in this flight deck.
20mm Oerlikons. For such a small numbers for a further four Polish
model, the level of detail rivals vessels on the decal sheet.
FAR EASTERN AEGIS 1/700
1/700
HELICOPTER CARRIER
JMSDF DDH Izumo either level with the deck or

By: Hasegawa lowered, the hangar doors are JMSDF DDG Kongo and water-tight hatches adorning
Item no: 031 Price: £39.99 moulded shut and no interior By: Hasegawa the superstructure. The angular
Web: www.amerang.co.uk is provided. Izumo’s air wing is Item no: 027 Price: £29.99 appearance of the vessel has
represented by two examples Web: www.amerang.co.uk been captured accurately, and
Fans of Japanese naval subjects of SH-60, MCH-101 and MV-22 the vertical-launch missile silos
have eagerly awaited the and these are among the best Hasegawa has re-released its are moulded integrally with the
release of Hasegawa’s Izumo examples available in the waterline kit of DDG-173 Kongo, single-piece deck. These feature
since its announcement at scale, with options for folded the lead ship in a class of four the correct 29 forward/61 aft
2015’s Nuremburg Toy and rotors and tail booms. A single Aegis-equipped anti-air warfare (with associated reload crane
Hobby Fair. It comprises 11 livery is provided, for DDH-183 destroyers for the Japanese hatches) configuration, and are far
styrene runners and while Izumo, and the busy decal sheet Maritime Self-Defence Forces. superior to previous offerings. In
it’s simply a waterline-format provides full deck markings, as It has a surprisingly high parts comparison, the SH-60 helicopters
affair, the kit is crammed with well as items for the aircraft/ count for its size, especially given are rather basic, although their
detail. The standout item is the helicopter windscreens and the lack of full-hull configuration appearance will be improved by
single-piece main deck, which a nameplate. There is also and the comparatively Spartan careful painting. Just a single
features finely engraved hatch a separate sheet of 1/700 external appearance of most scheme is provided, for DDG-173
lines and aircraft/helicopter reference diagrams, to assist in modern naval vessels. All parts Kongo, and the comprehensive
tie-down points. While the adding Hasegawa’s Izumo detail- feature crisp moulding and the decal sheet provides warning signs
side-mounted lift can be posed up set (see Accessories). detail is masterful, with ventilation/ for missile silos, walkway lines and
exhaust grilles, life-rings, portholes markings for the SH-60s.

ON THE SHELF
FIGURES
MODEL 1/24
MEDITERRANEAN
1/35
GLAMOUR FIGHTERS
Pin-up Series No.1 Marylin
By: Master Box Italian Infantry (1915)
Item no: MB24001 Price: £6.99 By: ICM
Web: www.creativemodels.co.uk Item no: 35687 Price: £6.99
Web: www.icm.co.ua
This is another example from a
range of pin-up style figures from ICM’s expanding range of World
Master Box, and is intended to War One figures now includes
accompany 1/24 scale military or this cracking set of Italian
civilian vehicles, or be finished and Infantrymen, produced for
displayed as an individual item. It the first time in this scale. It
contains a single ten-part figure, comprises three regular soldiers the berreto headgear, long-
including separate head and hair, (in a variety of standing and barrelled rifles with bayonets
and is posed as if leaning against kneeling poses) and a single and the padded shoulders on
a vehicle with the left leg resting officer, depicted as if exhorting the M1909 tunic. Weapons,
on either a wheel or (as on the his men to move forward. One packs and entrenching gear are
cap could conceivably be any colour, provided from a separate runner
artwork) a motorcycle footplate. and the large areas of bare flesh pose is very unusual, of an
The sculpting is marvellous, and individual rising from a crouch as to the figures, and appears to
will present a challenge to replicate herald the future release of a
muscle definition on the legs and the varied tones. There are slight if to start running and it’s great to
back is especially well-rendered. A see such an original stance. The generic equipment set (35686),
mould lines, and these will need to which includes both early- and
basic painting guide is provided, but be removed carefully, otherwise the early-war style of uniform has
the 1950s-style bikini and baseball been captured accurately, notably late-war items.
delicate features will be damaged.
GALLIC
1/76
MODERN 1/48 1/76 FEMALE 1/35
TROOPS SOLDIER
POSERS BRITS ON PATROL Women’s Auxiliary Service (Poland)
French Tank Crew British Infantry - Middle East Member
By: W^D Models By: W^D Models By: Toro Model
Item no: WD48 Price: £8.25 Item no: WD58 Price: £8.25 Item no: 35F72 Price: €10
Web: www.wdmodels.com Web: www.wdmodels.com Web: www.toro-model.home.pl
Specialising in top quality World This set of patrolling British

War One figures and vehicles, infantrymen from W^D Models
W^D models has released yet Warrior Crew is just what’s needed for a
another great set, in the form By: Red Zebra World War One Middle Eastern
of a French tank crew. This resin Item no: N/A Price: £10 scene. It comprises five multi-
quintet is suitable for either a St. Web: www.redzebramodels.co.uk part resin figures, all with full
Chamond or Schneider tank and equipment, including rifles
are arranged as if posing in front If you’re lacking a crew for an Airfix and features excellent casting.
of the vehicle. All of the heads 1/48 Warrior, then Red Zebra’s three- The cast detail is excellent for
are separate and there are figure resin set is just the ticket. It this scale, and there are even
four with berets, while the fifth comprises a standing commander, slings for three of the rifles
(presumably an officer) has a gunner and a seated driver, with and the uniform is correct for a
kepi. The arms of two crewmen separate heads and (for the desert climate. The heads are
are provided as separate items, commander) arms. All are fitted with separate, and wear pith-style
and the uniforms are accurate Mk.4 Osprey body armour, which will helmets, and all figures have
representations of standard limit their application to operations at least one separate arm to
French Army garb. While no post-2010, and what appear to be aid the casting and painting
instructions are included in the Mk.7 Combat Helmets, although processes. These will be perfect
set, they can be downloaded these lack headsets for the radios, in a diorama, either on their own
from the W^D Models’ website. and the associated wiring and mike or accompanying a vehicle of Toro Model has again produced an
booms will need to be scratch-built. appropriate type. excellent figure of a less-well known
The heads are well sculpted, with subject, in this case a member of the
one wearing spectacles (probably Polish Women’s Auxiliary Service.
ballistic protection), but goggles It comprises four crisply cast resin
were more common in Afghanistan, parts, and the details on the head,
with conspicuous cloth covers on tunic and shoes/socks are notable for
the front of the helmet. There is one their quality. The decal sheet offers a
slight omission, as the jacket sleeves broad range of insignia, and shoulder
lack the upper and lower pockets patches, and will enable the figure to
characteristic of the Multi-Terrain be portrayed for operations either in
Pattern combat uniform. North Africa or southern Europe.

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DECAL SHEETS
CANADIAN CARRIER 1/144 1/48

SMART IN SPLINTER
F-15C Digital Remix
By: Two Bobs
Item no: *****
Price: US $14
Web: www.twobobs.net
Two Bobs already

released one of the option
on this sheet, but it sold
out quickly so the firm
Quebecair BAC-111 other products from this company, has re-issued the livery
By: Decales Global one simply paints the basic and with three more
Item no: DG14207 Price: US $8 airframe colours and the remainder choices. All, though,
Web: www.joydecals.com of the colour scheme is provided represent WA-coded
as decals. Note that as these are F-1Cs of the 65th
Airliner modellers seeking different screen-printed, all items will need Aggressor Squadron,
liveries for their Airfix or Welsh to be cut from the gloss carrier film which painted ‘Digital
Models BAC 1-11s need look no prior to application. In addition to Flanker’ camouflage on
further than this offering from the combined passenger windows/ some of its Eagles before
Decales Global, which depicts an cheat line, there are Rolls-Royce the unit disbanded.
airframe owned by short-lived logos for the engines and Canadian The scheme is a highly
Canadian carrier Quebecair. As with flags for the forward fuselage. attractive alternative
to the standard F-15C
1/35 livery, as it comprises
DESERT RATS pale grey, medium grey
and dark blue (Federal
Standard numbers/names are The schemes are:
provided). Three decal sheets • 78-528/57th OG, February 2015
are offered, one with the main • 78-0494/57 ATG, November
markings, another with stencils 2012
and national insignia, while the • 78-0494/57th ATG, December
third is a small ALPS-printed item 2014
with chaff/flare dispenser faces. • 78-0509, November 2011
SOUTHERN STAR 1/144
Challenger I Queen’s Royal Irish markings were painted directly

Hussars Gulf War 1991 onto the hull or other materials,
By: Star Decals and there are sufficient decals
Item no: 35-846 for all three machines. These
Price: US $8 will be a welcome addition to
Web: www.star-decals.net Tamiya’s Challenger I Mk.3 tank,
as they offer a greater variety Texas International DC9-30 is added, all of the red/blue
Coinciding with the 25th of desert-configured vehicles, By: Decales Global livery is provided in decal form.
anniversary of the 1991 Gulf War, one of which (Churchill) is now Item no: DG14218 Price: US $12 Consideration has been made
this delightful sheet provides for preserved at the Tank Museum, Web: www.joydecals.com for curves on the front and rear
Challenger I main battle tanks Bovington. The schemes are: fuselage sections, with pre-printed
from the Queen’s Royal Irish • 40 ‘Ballycastle’, 64KG90, Intended for Fly’s DC-9-30s, these notches to assist in enabling
Hussars (QRIH), 7th Armoured QRIH, Op Desert Sabre, 1991 markings will also be suitable the decal to conform, although
Division. The chosen vehicles • 30 ‘Aghroovey’/’Roharris’ for offerings by Airfix and AZ others can be added as necessary.
are accompanied by notes QRIH, Op Desert Sabre, 1991 Model with a little care. They will Additionally, all of the cockpit and
on specific features, such as • 11B ‘Churchill’, 64KG87, QRIH, be welcomed by many airline passenger windows are provided,
whether unit and identification Op Desert Sabre, 1991 modellers as, once the basic as well as emergency escape
white/silver/grey paint scheme hatches and anti-glare panels.

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DECAL SHEETS
POST-WAR BRITS 1/72 1/48

THREE TIFFIES AND A TONKA
‘heavy’ option is
an Avro Lincoln RAF Update 2014-
B.II, RE380/DX-F 15 Pt.1
of 57 Squadron in By: Xtradecal
1946, and it wears Item no: X48154
the standard Dark Price: £7.99
Earth and Dark Web: www.
Green over Night, hannants.co.uk
and this is printed
with the new-tool If special schemes
Airfix Lancaster fill your modelling
and Blackbird’s desires, then this
own conversion new sheet from
set in mind. Xtradecal will
Fighters fans can be unmissable…
model a Mustang especially if
Mk.IV in natural one’s focus is in
RAF 1945-50 Pt:1 metal and with a dash of Olive RAF machines.
By: Blackbird Models Drab and Sea Grey (KH727/DV-J, It provides three
Item no: BMD72029 Price: £5 97 Squadron, Italy), while the recce RAF Coningsby
Web: www.blackbirdmodels.co.uk choice is a Spitfire PX.XIX, PM574, of Typhoon FGR.4
681 Squadron in Burma and this bird liveries, two
Here’s a fine slice of Royal Air Force wears overall bare metal and a red anniversary
‘schemery’ courtesy of Blackbird, spinner. The register of the markings options with
which offers bomber, fighter and on our sample is good, as is the coloured tails
recce subjects from 1946. The richness of colour. and standard photos of the jets in question on
grey airframes, and last year’s the instructions. The schemes
popular Battle of Britain-themed are:
1/32 ‘Tiffie’. The welcome anomaly • Typhoon FGR.4, ZJ925/DXI,
MOSSIE MENARGERIE is the Lossiemouth Tornado Wg Cdr C Layden, XI(F) Sqn
Green and Ocean GR.4, which sports a lovely • Typhoon FGR.4, ZK353/BQ, Flt
Grey over Medium anniversary red and blue spine Lt J Dowen, 29(F) Sqn
Sea Grey. There and tail, with large squadron • Typhoon FGR.4, ZK349/GN-A,
is variance in the motif on the latter; all subjects Flt Lt B Westoby Brooks, 29(F)
squadrons, with are from last year though. Sqn
Sky, red and white Relevant national insignia is • Tornado GR.4, ZA461, Wg
all being displayed, supplied, along with a generous Cdr J Nixon and Sqn Ldr C
and just one set of helping of stencilling and colour Mullineaux, XV(R) Sqn
RAF roundels and fin
flashes are provided,
aside from the US
stars and bars. This CIVVY AMPHIBIAN 1/72
sheet will obviously Canadian Pacific Airlines PBY-5a and flew them along the British
appeal to anyone Canso Columbia coast. Both wear
who has bought By: Thunderbird Models variations of the company’s red,
either Tamiya’s or HK Item no: 72-011 Price: £6.50 white, blue and light grey scheme
Model’s recent large- Web: www.thunderbirdmodels. and the individual subjects are
scale kits. Here are co.uk CF-CF-CRR/234 and CF-CRV/233.
the five liveries: The instructions offer plenty of
• B.Mk.IV Series II, It’s unusual to see examples of colour and structural information
DZ421/G-XD, Wg the legendary Catalina modelled for anyone wishing to convert
Cdr P Shand and Ply in non-military garb, but that’s Academy’s old-but-good kit into a
Off CD Handley, 139 exactly what this sheet allows. civilian ‘Landseair’ version.
Sqn, RAF Marham, It offers two
De Havilland Mosquito B.Mk. early 1943 liveries for
IV/B.XX/T.III • T.Mk.III Series II, TV970/FK-V, ‘Cansos’ (the
By: Xtradecal 219 Sqn, RAF Wittering, 1946 Canadian
Item no: X32059 Price: £7.99 • B.Mk.XX Series II, KB253/RI, name for the
Web: www.hannants.co.uk RCAF, 1944 PBY) operated
• B.Mk.XX Series II, 46-VI, RCAF, by Canadian
A lone American example 1944 Pacific
accompanies Xtradecals’ • F-8, 334926 ‘The Spook’, Maj Airlines, which
array of British and Canadian J Setchell, 3rd PG (Recce), purchased
Mosquitos, but all are in the USAAF, La Marsa, Tunisia, four aircraft
standard day scheme of Dark November 1943 from Crown
Assets in 1946
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DECAL SHEETS
BOHEMIAN BROTHERS IN ARMS 1/72 1/72

LOWLANDS SNOWSTORM
F-16AM Falcon FA-123 ‘Solo
Display 2015 - Blizzard
By: Syhart Decal
Item no: 72-083 Price: €11
Web: www.syhartdecal.fr
One can always guarantee

an eye-popping scheme
on the Belgian Air Force’s
F-16 airshow jet, and this
example from last year
No.311 Sqn RAF is no exception. It’s a
By: DK Decals complex affair though, and
Item no: 72018 Price: £7.99 to help with its application
Web: www.dkdecals.cz Syhart provides standard
waterslide decals, vinyl
One doesn’t have to be engrossed in masks and colour-coded
building Czech-crewed RAF aircraft paper templates…the
to enjoy these decals…but the latter need to be cut out
themed element certainly makes for Dark Earth over Sky Type S. One of from the instructions. No
a fascinating mix. No.311 Squadron the Liberators sports actual Czech specific kit is suggested,
flew various types during World roundels and fin flashes for extra but this set should fit
War Two, and three examples are variety. Choices include: most 1/72 F-16s with a
provided for here in the Wellington, • Wellington Mk.Ic, R1516/KX-U, July little nip and tuck here
Liberator and Anson. And with 1941 and there. The appropriate plenty of patience if it is to be
20 schemes in total the choice is • Liberator GR.Mk.V, FL961/O, June stencilling is also included for executed well. But the effort will
superb. Coastal Command colours 1944 this scheme, which demands be worth it!
adorn the ‘Libbies’ and ‘Wimpys’, • Wellington Mk.X, HZ268/Z, April
and there are Bomber Command 1943
examples of the latter offered, but • Liberator EV872/PP-Y, summer POLES ABROAD 1/35
the Anson wears Dark Green and 1945
1/48
TWIN-TUB ‘FRIGHTENINGS’
to enliven Sword’s recent
quarter-scale kit. A
single bare-metal option
is provided, but the
remainder are in the RAF
Germany Dark Green over
natural metal, and various
adaptations of late-service
low-vis grey. Major Lightning
users are represented and
the markings exhibit very
good printing and colour. Six
schemes are provided and
they are:
• T.4, XM968/Q, 92 Sqn, RAF Staghound in Polish Service Vol.2 tone camouflage. Bronco’s kits
Gutersloh, West Germany, By: Toro Model will be most suitable for the build,
1973 Item no: 35D34 Price: €7 as these decals demand Mk.I/II
• T.5, XS419/DV, Lightning Web: www.toro-model.com.pl sub-types. Extra colour is ensured
Training Flight, RAF by the roundels, unit badges and
Binbrook, March 1987 Toro has already offered a sheet vehicle names, and from the eight
• T.4, XM968/Q, 92 Sqn, RAF for the Staghound in Polish schemes in total some are:
Wildenrath, West Germany, service, but here’s another • Mk.I, F225502, HQ, 1st AD,
October, 1976 helping if the first wasn’t enough! Germany, 1945
EE/BAC Lightning T.4/T.5 • T.5, XS452/BT, 11 Sqn, RAF This item provides markings for • Mk.II, ‘Kirholm’, 1st Sqn,
By: Xtradecal Binbrook, April 15, 1988 vehicles that all served in Italy Carpathian Lancers, Italy, 1944
Item no: X48153 Price: £7.99 • T.4, XM790/T, 19 Sqn, RAF under Allied command, save for • Mk.I, 235492 ‘Jozefów’, 1st Sqn,
Web: www.hannants.co.uk Gutersloh, February 1977 a 1st Armored Division anomaly 12th Podolian Lancers, Italy,
• T.5, XS458/Z, Lightning that was seen in Germany. This November 1945
Here’s another helping of Training Flight, RAF Binbrook, latter example is on overall Olive • Mk.II, 117843 ‘Olyka’, 1st Sqn, 12th
two-seater Lightning liveries 1970s Drab, although all but one of the Podolian Lancers, Italy, 1946
remaining machines wear two-

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ACCESSORIES
WHIZZ-BANG 1/32
PHANTOM
1/48
DIORAMA 1/35
LASER
1/48
DUO FUN BOAT LOCK-ON
Rockin’ Rhino upgrade set AN/AAQ-28 (V) Litening pod
By: Eduard By: Eduard
Item no: 48878 Price: €25.95 Item no: 648 237 Price: €5.95
Web: www.eduard.com Web: www.eduard.com
Eduard’s recent ‘Rockin’ Rhino’ The most common NATO

re-hash of Academy’s 1/48 airborne targeting pod,
F-4J is a classy package, but Litening can be seen hanging
if one wants extra refinement, Wherry from Tornados, Typhoons,
then why not add this superb By: Plus Model F-16s and Greek F-4Es, but it’s
collection of photo-etched Item no: 457 Price: €13.60 also carried by aircraft from a
detail parts. For Web: www.plusmodel.cz host of other nations around
the glazing area, the world, from Columbian
one receives Plus Model’s superb wherry is Kfirs and Brazilian AMXs, to
canopy trim, a thoughtful product for those Aussie Hornets and Indian
LAU-10/A ZUNI mirrors and who like to portray water in Su-30s. Eduard’s smart little
sills, but there their dioramas. It’s perfect resin effort, with photo-etched
By: Eduard
is a wealth of for a river or canal scene, but brass rear plate and separate
Item no: 632 074 Price: €14.95
other airframe would look just as good on the laser turret, is superb. The
Web: www.eduard.com
additions bankside, or on the back of a latter feature means that
too. These truck. The component parts are one can choose deployed or
This exquisite pair of resin Zuni mostly include made from laser-cut wood, but active poses, and the casting
pods, with separate fore and aft components for oar-locks and their mounting of the individual lenses is most
sections and rocket fronts, will be the undercarriage brackets are supplied in photo- convincing. Decals are also
a splendid addition to the armoury and bays, but etched brass. Usefully, a forming supplied to raise the detail
of a 1/32 US Navy or USMC F-4 bomb fuzes and jig in laser-cut card also features level.
from the Southeast Asia theatre. AIM-7/AIM-9 to easy assembly. This will look
The casting is simply excellent, rocket-motor wonderful given careful painting
with crisp rocket tube recesses seals also feature. and weathering.
and the weapons’ fins are cast
integrally into the rear section;
the real plus is that these stores
can be posed armed or unarmed.
GROWLER 1/72
LITTLE 1/72
Photo-etched brass parts and PROTECTION BLISTERS

decals are included.
Blenheim Mk.IV Teardrop Side
Windows
1/72
BUZZING By: MH Models
Item no: K72001 Price: €3
RESIN Web: www.mhmodels.cz DELTA FUEL 1/48
Folland Gnat T.1 wheel set Airfix’s Blenheim Mk.IV comes Mirage 1300 L Auxiliary Tanks
By: SBS Model with flush windows on the side By: Wingman Models
Item no: 72035 Price: €3 of the nose glazing, but some Item no: WMF 48032 Price: €16
Web: www.sbsmodel.com airframes featured teardrop Web: www.wingmanmodels.com
versions. These neat little
There’s little one can say vac-formed additions from Cast in grey resin, these two multi-
about these resin replacement MH Model allow portrayal of part fuel tanks are designed with
wheels, other than that they the latter style, and can be Kinetic’s Mirage III/5/50 kits in
are of top quality, with effective fitted with simple surgery to mind, but are also suitable for
casting and detail. Designed for Shackleton MR.2 masks the Airfix parts. Two spares Wingman’s own boutique Mirage
the Airfix Gnat, they’ll certainly By: Eduard are also supplied in case of boxings and, dare we say it, even
add more refinement to an accident or loss. the old Esci/Italeri products. Fine
Item no: CX434 Price: €12.75
already sweet little kit. Web: www.eduard.com weld and rivet detail is evident and
pylons are also provided.
This new mask set from Eduard,
cut to fit the new Airfix Shackleton
MR.2, is comprehensive to say the
least…but there is a fair helping
of glazing on the ‘Growler’. Made
from the usual kabuki tape, one
must use some of the sections in
conjunction with liquid masking
fluid for full protection during
airbrushing. The model’s wheels
are also provided for here.

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ACCESSORIES
BIPLANE BITS 1/72 1/35 MARITIME 1/700

AIRBORNE
Various
ENGINE AIR-
CONDITIONING MASTERPIECE DISPLAY
Somua S35 Grilles

By: Hauler
Item no: HLU350090 Aircraft Carrier Akagi Detail-up
Price: €9.28 Parts Set
Web: www.hauler.cz By: Hasegawa Aircraft Models Stands
Item no: 30036 Price: £62.99 By: ICM
There isn’t much to correct on Web: www.amerang.co.uk Item no: A001 Price: £5.25
Letov Š-328 Tamiya’s 1/35 Somua S35, but Web: www.icm.com.ua
By: Brengun the engine grilles would benefit Modeller’s should prepare for
Item no: BRL72100 Price: €7.94 from improvement, as they a mammoth PE bending and It doesn’t seem too long ago
Web: www.brengun.cz are provided as solid items. assembly session with this that almost every model kit
Hauler’s exquisite castings are upgrade set for Hasegawa’s came with a stand provided,
This handy upgrade set from direct replacements for the kit Akagi. In addition to the expected and this aspect appears to be
Brengun will add extra detail to parts and feature the correct railings and safety nets, one is undergoing a slight renaissance.
any of Special Hobby’s Š-328 kits; gaps between the vanes, while provided with a new styrene deck, ICM is one of several
it combines a small photo-etched replicating the cast metal as all of the intricate underside mainstream manufacturers
(PE) metal fret with a pre-printed surfaces in great detail. On this ribbing is provided as lengths to have responded, and its
acetate sheet for the cockpit sample there was flash between of PE, as are all of the aft deck solution caters for multiple
bezels and dials. Changes to the several vanes, which will need to support stanchions. Thankfully, models, which can be attached
kit parts are small but significant, be removed carefully before the the exhaustive instructions are with wheels lowered or raised.
with a replacement instrument grilles are attached. well laid out, with clear diagrams It comprises three two-part
panel, pilot’s seat and floor pan for showing how to fold and combine stands, moulded in clear styrene,
the various PE components. Other with one each in 1/144, 1/72
the interior and a new PE under-
fuselage air intake. Smaller items,
WARSHIP 1/700
delights include propellers and and 1/48 scales. Assembly
such as seatbelts, aiming reticles, UPGRADES replacement undercarriages for is straightforward and the
cocking handles and magazine the air wing, radar antennas and attachment point is a basic hook
straps for the rear guns and upper even lattice supports between the design, which will require just
wing trailing edge grab handles for aft anti-aircraft gun mounts. While a narrow slot to be cut in the
the crew are also included. the price may be daunting, the end underside of the model.
result will be spectacular.
1/35
WIRE ALL ABOARD 1/72
1/72
HOLDERS DDH Izumo Detail-up Etching DOUBLE- VOMAG 7 or 660 Omnibus
Parts
By: Hasegawa
UGLY GEARS Detail Set
By: NH Detail
Item no: 72153 Price: £24.99 Item no: 72-040 Price: £6.70
Web: www.amerang.co.uk Web: nhdetail.scalemodels-bg.com
Photo-etched metal accessories Moulding limitations often result

for ship kits are pretty much finer features being omitted from
Cable Reels - Small de rigueur these days, and it’s styrene parts, and even Roden’s
By: Plus Model no surprise that major model Wheels for British Phantoms Vomag 7 has its shortcomings.
Item no: 455 Price: €13.60 producers have got in on the By: Q-M-T Thankfully this photo-etched
act. Hasegawa’s detail-up set for metal update set from NH Detail
Web: www.plusmodel.cz Item no: R72001 Price: £4.30
the Izumo provides a full set of will rectify them
Web: www.q-m-t.cz
railings, flight deck netting and all, from delicate
Laser-cut wood has become
even safety rails for the aircraft/ engine wiring
an indispensible means of These delightful resin replicas
helicopter lifts. Comprehensive as looms to louvred
replicating full-sized wooden will improve any 1/72 British
the instruction leaflet is, the scale radiator grille
items as there’s no need to Phantom kit, but are intended
drawings from the kit are vital to and engine side
replicate a grain effect. Plus for the excellent Fujimi
ensure correct placement of the covers. The window
Model’s cable reels are well offerings. They feature delicate
many tiny PE parts on the hull edge railings are
thought-out, with laser-cut hub and tread detail, especially
and superstructure. Rotor blades, particularly fine,
cardboard discs for the hub and on the mainwheels, and are far
folded and ready for flight, are also and great care will
metal fittings, wood for the rims superior to the kit items...but do
included for the SH-60 and MCH- be needed when
and hub covers and finely cast not represent ‘weighted’ tyres.
101, but there are no improvements removing them from
resin bolts. Simple to assemble, For those seeking additional
for the MV-22s. Curiously, there the fret. A neat final
these will make a big impression interior and exterior details
are three sets of each rotor type touch is a lovely
in any diorama, and helpful for their UK F-4s, Q-M-T also
provided, yet just two airframes Vomag logo for
hints in the instructions will provides a range of photo-
in the kit, which will enable other the vehicle front to
make this process even easier. etched metal upgrade sets.
projects to be upgraded as well. replace the kit item.
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ASK THE EXPERTS
Non-Airbrush Soot
Q
Having just started minimal amounts of pigment;
modelling in the smaller this process was repeated
scales, I wondered if you until a convincing feathered
had any tips on replicating appearance to the exhaust
realistic exhaust stains by staining was created. Practice
brush, rather than utilising makes perfect though, and
an airbrush? Any advice experimenting on an old kit or
would be most appreciated. piece of plastic card is a good
Paul O’Keeffe, via e-mail idea before committing to
weathering your latest project.
AMW’s Dave Oliver replies: Another product that might be
“Producing realistic exhaust suitable is Model Mates’ Soot
stains can be tricky, especially Black weathering wash…this
when just using a brush. has the advantage of being
Having tried a number of water soluble so can be removed
different products with your relatively easily if the desired
question in mind, the Soot effect is not achieved. This was
pigment contained in Tamiya’s applied with a brush and then
Weathering Master Set B streaked with a cotton bud
(87080) produced the most dipped in water. The result was trials this proved rather difficult
convincing and controllable perhaps slightly less convincing, to control and created a rather Contact us
results. Using the sponge but it is another option. Finally, dense effect. Furthermore, I
Do you have a modelling conundrum
supplied with the set, even MIG Black Smoke pigment now have a heavily weathered
regarding techniques or references?
strokes were applied with (P023) is also viable, but in cutting mat!”
If so, why not quiz our band of
contributors, history writers and
Railway Engine Shades industry contacts? Simply send your

query via e-mail (with The Plastic
Surgery in the subject line), to:
Q
“I have just returned to chris.clifford@keypublishing.com, or
modelling again after a typed letter by post to: The Plastic
many years. My projects Surgery, Airfix Model World, Key
have mainly been in 1/35 scale Publishing Ltd, PO Box 100, Stamford,
but I recently got my hands on Lincolnshire, PE9 1XQ, United Kingdom.
an old OO/HO model train from Please provide your postal address. Each
Airfix, which is a fantastic kit… question printed will receive a selection
but there are no paint numbers of Ultimate Modelling’s sanding sticks
with it. Do you know of any spray worth approximately £15. For further
paint for trains?” details on Ultimate Modelling Products,
Stuart Thorne, via e-mail please visit www.umpretail.com
Mark Chivers, Assistant Editor

of AMW’s sister publication
Hornby Magazine, replies:
“Phoenix Precision Paints
manufactures an extensive
selection of enamel railway operating companies. They phoenix-paints.co.uk for more
colours in gloss and matt can be brushed directly on to information on the range of
finishes. Depending on the models straight from the tin or model railway colours available.
model you have, the range sprayed through an airbrush Humbrol also produces
includes colours matching those with suitable thinners. Available railway paints, but they are Sponsored by
used by railway companies in 14ml tinlets, some can also purely acrylic and the range
prior to 1923, right up to be supplied in larger tins and is considerably smaller. Visit:
present-day privatised train aerosol formats. Visit www. www.humbrol.com”
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THE ORIGINAL SPACE

ALPHA MIKE X-RAY

114 The Plastic

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22 Out and About – Dordogne Delights

24 Intermediate build – Eastern Cat Part 1

32 Out and About – Anglian Flourish

36 Out and About – Yorkshire Pride

38 Intermediate Build – The Original Hot Hatch

SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT: GLOSTER METEOR F.8

56 Photo Focus – Meteor F.8

58 Meteor F.8 Cutaway

60 In Focus – Great Eight

66 Out and About – Somerset Special

68 Intermediate Build – Small Wonder

72 In Focus – Flying Fleas!

76 Intermediate Build – Space Hopper

GREAT WAR COLOURS

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FAST FRAMING MID-SEASON RACER

TWELVE DAZZLING SLUFS

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MINIATURE DESERT LIFE-SAVER

E MODEL DISPLAY m AIRCRAFT DISPLAY  REFRESHMENTS

J TRADE STANDS  AUTOMOTIVE DISPLAY AIRFIX ROADSHOW ATTENDING

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Brian Wakeman builds Kinetic’s new quarter-scale

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Kinetic’s colour schemes

Overall the cockpit

capability and new precision a Saharan wind, in action during

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applied. These sub-assemblies have been welcome, but we can’t

Masking tape also helped

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“Attention then turned to the wing

replicate weathering displayed by the final task before attaching

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 A splendid Tamiya 1/32 Corsair diorama

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In the first of a two-part feature,

Tiger I with Full Interior

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CAD drawings. Specifically, parts

with sheet styrene. Next, the forward

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 Almost all the details were moulded integrally onto the

“THE LAST STEP

stretched sprue was added to link

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 The rack of bright ammunition broke up the monotone interior.

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to the relaxed and friendly raised from a raffle and tombola

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visit us: www.graphicair.co.uk

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After completing any sub-assemblies, the

a more powerful engine in a car parts, and others to be painted

Volkswagen Golf 1 GTI

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