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Lockheed L-1049 Super G Constellation

October 3, 2023 · in Aviation · · 15 · 359

Super G Constellation

Old Monogram kit I picked up off of ebay. Came complete with all parts and decals
Built this as a kit or a version thereof back in the 70s. Went together pretty well. Low parts counts, no interior. Decals not too bad for their age. Some fit issues with the front windshield.

White enamel from rattle can over primer.
Vallejo metals for wing and undersurface. Various other Vallejo and tamiya paint.

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15 responses

  1. Nice! That's a great old kit, you did it proud!

  2. Wow, a "Constellation(ish)" 🙂 - good work on this old chestnut.

  3. Nice work! I loved that kit when I was a kid.

  4. That is really a pretty damn good looking build for a kit that old. The Connie sure is a beautiful plane! Nice work Russ, @rfking.

  5. Excellent result on this old kit, Russ!
    Well done!

  6. Superb result on this Conny, Russ @rfking
    Two thumbs up.

  7. There’s definitely something attractive about airliners of this vintage and you’ve captured the look very well.

  8. The most beautiful passenger plane ever built. You did a stunning job here with this ancient kit, Russ @rfking.

  9. Agree with George & Eric on the look of this a/c. IMHO, the Constellation is the best-looking, most graceful appearing airliner ever, period. Great job on the model, Russ.

  10. Brilliant build of an old kit. And a beautiful machine.
    You did well, Bob

  11. Nice job. Weird lookin' bird!

  12. Love Connie's, especially Connie's in TWA colors. Nicely done @rfking

  13. Nice job on that old kit. I love Connies!

  14. nice clean build on this icon

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