1/48 P-47D “Tony” 5th Emergency Rescue Service ( ERS)
This Aircraft was the P-47D -2-re 42-75855 code 5F-A This aircraft was based at RAF Boxted Essex 1944
The physical rating was 4-F or 5-F, Any aircraft holding this rating was unfit for service . The letters WW
(War Weary).aircraft sat on the end of the runway at Boxted. After trails with dinghy packs and smoke
markers , The aircrafts was used for rescue of downed pilots patrolling the English Channel in 1944.
Thanks Kelly
Kelly, A very nice looking WW P-47. For some reason the actual aircraft shows up a lot in my reference books. I'm guessing the Tamiya Kit ?.
Your overall build looks really nice with a good amount of weathering without going overboard, giving it that well worked but still flyable look. Well done !
Thank You, Yes it is a Tamiya and a resin seat.
Great subject and fantastic representation. Only thing missing are a couple of mechanics as tired looking as the aircraft. Hope the panels are being secured before trying to lift off...
Reminds me of my own project
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Nice build and a great piece of trivia.
Thank You interesting info
good job
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Excellent job Kelly, what paint and varnish did you use ?
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Hello Neil, I used Mr Color and Model master enamels for the varrnish it Testors dull
coat. Thank You
magnifique sir
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Hello Kelly...outstanding build Sir...nice choice of subject and markings...another beauty to add to your fine collection.
Hey Jim , how have you been my friend Thank You . going to give you a call soon ok
Very nice war weary Jug!
Thank You greg
Great looking scheme
thank you