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Eduard 1/48 Spitfire VIII

by Tom Cleaver on July 30, 2015 · in Aviation · 20 ≡

While the Spitfire IX was both better-known and produced in far larger numbers, the Spitfire VIII represents the high-point of development of the Merlin-powered Spitfire variants. Basically an unpressurized Mk.VII, the Spitfire VIII had [...]

1/72 Heller Dassault MD 450 Ouragan Israeli 1956

by P.k on July 30, 2015 · in Aviation · 13 ≡

Build kit with a few modifications engraved Baseline panels im added Aeroclub white metal seat and Armaments. Decals from Isradecals .paints xtracolor . realization somewhere 20 years ago. P.k

So you like 1/72 Japanese ‘eh ? Try my Mavis.

by Phil Steele on July 29, 2015 · in Aviation · 33 ≡

This is the old Hasegawa kit I did a few years ago. Still looks sharp. I think I might try to set up another shoot with the new Canon.

Japanese Ram-jets

by Mike Grant on July 29, 2015 · in Aviation · 51 ≡

Meng 1/72 Kayaba Katsuodori Ram-jets It seems to be '1/72 Japanese week' on iM, so here's another contribution. These Meng kits come two-in-a-box, and are superbly moulded. The actual aircraft was a concept only and never got beyond one [...]

Fujimi 1/72 B7A1 “Grace” – Training colors

by Greg Kittinger on July 28, 2015 · in Aviation · 22 ≡

Having just viewed Milan's beautifully done Grace, and having not posted in some time (still racking up hours decalling my MiG-31...), I decided to yank this out of my display case and post it, just to have a couple versions of the Grace [...]

Fujimi 1/72 Aichi B7A1, Ryusei Grace

by Milan Vukovic on July 28, 2015 · in Aviation · 16 ≡

Ryusei due to its long development never reached its intended role as carrier bomber. Very large plane with inverted gull wings is certainly interesting as modelling subject. Fujimi's kit is tipical mid-'80s, with subtle engraved details, [...]

Airfix 1/72 Lancaster B.II

by Milan Vukovic on July 28, 2015 · in Aviation · 18 ≡

Built out of the box, this kit represents Lancaster of 408 (Goose) Squadron, 6 Group Royal Canadian AF, RAF Linton-on-Ouse, Yorkshire. This aircraft was lost on Hamburg raid July 28/29. 1944, whole crew was lost. Construction was [...]

Put it on a pedestal

by Rob Anderson on July 28, 2015 · in Aviation · 9 ≡

The center console on C-2s and E-2s is called the "Pedestal" it has throttle, propeller condition levers, avionics and radio controls, flaps, gear and arresting hook. The one in the kit is adequate, especially given what will be [...]

Thanks Imodeler!

by Brent Thomas Simpson on July 27, 2015 · in Uncategorized · 15 ≡

The postman arrived today with a really nice surprise! A Wingnut Fokker EIII, my prize for being fortunate enough to be voted model of the month for June. Thanks to all the Imodeller staff and members for their kind comments!

1/32 Scale Trumpeter English Electric Lightning F.Mk1 RAF Coltishall 1963

by Eric Galliers on July 26, 2015 · in Aviation · 31 ≡

Modifications to back date the kit to a Mk1: Removal of the wiring conduit running 3/4 of the length of the fuselage Scratchbuilt Instrument panel. Corrections and additions to the kit: Reshaping of the fuselage area underneath the [...]