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Rafi Ben-Shahar
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Revell 1/32 Arado Ar 196A 3

October 29, 2023 · in Aviation · · 24 · 319

Revell's Ar 196A is a great kit. It is highly detailed, a solid build for the most part without fiddly issues. There are only two disadvantages. The first is the lack of a beaching trolley. The chunky stand provided takes the glamor off the model. The second is the wing fold mechanism. A common problem in large kits with angular wind fold positions is the momentum weight of the wings that strains the plastic joints and challenges the builder.

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  1. Looks great. Like your weathering. One of my favorite airplanes. Mine is waiting in the stash along with the B-version. I intend a conversion to the V-1 prototype.
    There is or at least has been a trolley in 1:32 by czech MASTER-X (MS 3202)

  2. Really beautiful job. I've always wanted to pick this kit up. I always here what a nice kit it is. Yours turned out great.

  3. Awesome result, Rafi! Excellent job on securing these heavy wings. Pity Revell does not provide a beaching trolley, a must for every seaplane / flying boat model.

  4. Excellent build, Rafi. I really like everything about it. Congratulations

  5. Another excellent build, Rafi @blackmopane
    What not to like about this Arado, superb all over.

  6. Nice work on this, Rafi. I solved the wing problem by extending them. Perhaps not as interesting, but you know what they say about "living in 'interesting' times." 🙂

  7. Looks great, Rafi.

  8. Well done, Rafi! Like the "business" of the build...

  9. Excellent build, looks great!

  10. Very nice Arado. Folded wings make it even better.

  11. Great looking build. The finish & weathering is perfect in my humble opinion. The folded wings add so much interest!

  12. Looks great! I'm a big fan of the 196. Great paintwork on this.

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