1:48 Scale, Airfix, Boulton-Paul Defiant
This is another one of Airfix's "New Tool" kits. It is a good kit, that also builds well, and it's a subject that is not often seen. I found it enjoyable, and would also recommend it to anyone. Trumpeter also produces a Defiant F.I, which seems ok, but it's not as good as the Airfix version, in my humble opinion.
This model represents a Defiant from No. 264 Squadron, RAF, based at Martlesham Heath, Suffolk, England in July, 1940.
Looks great! Just finished its baby brother ,1/72 version, I like the new Airfix tools.
Me too, Robert.
I have my eye on the Ju-87 next.
That looks pretty good too!
Looks wonderful Freddy.
The Trumpy kit doesn't exist in the same universe with this Airfix kit.
Thanks again, Tom.
I have the Trumpy kit and may build it as a “Comparison Build”,
The only thing I thought better were the decal choices given. Otherwise Airfix is, as you put it, “Doesn’t exist in the same universe.”
Another nice-lookin' build (although I've never thought it was a "nice"-lookin' airplane). 🙁
Thanks Craig.
Yeah, they do look a wee bit “odd”, and cool at the same time.
oh...i wish i could have it...lovely
Thank you, Bob
Another great-looking build!
Thanks Greg! Feels good to finally post something again! ?
Outstanding build, Frederick!
Thank you, Jeff!
Looks great Fredrick. I cheated painting the camo on mine, used pre-made masks
Thanks George.
I wish I used the masks.
I used Silly Putty, and it worked very well on MRP.
I’ve heard that SP sometimes leaves stains, and that may have something to do with the paint? I have to experiment more.
Looks just great Fred. I'm a "New Airfix" fan too!
Thank you, Tony! Airfix has really upped their game, and their new tool kits are terrific!