Hawker Hurricane
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The Hurricane Mark II was powered by a Merlin XX and had the wing center sections strengthened. The improved Merlin XX engine appeared in 1940 featuring a new two-speed supercharger that could have its impeller speed changed by the pilot [...]
In my first article on this site I'll show my 1/72 Revell Hawker Hurricane Mk.IIc, which was finished on february of this year. The kit came with two marking options, I chose to finish my model as a Hurricane from the 336th greek sqn. of [...]
Hasegawa's 1/48th scale model captures well the lines of the Hurricane. Yet, sparse cockpit details, somewhat problematic fit of wings to fuselage and a "floating" canopy in the open position prevent it from being a favorite [...]
All the accolades for Arma Hobby’s Hurricane Mk IIC - their first venture into 1/48th scale - are totally justified as it’s one heck of a fine kit. Sure, there are a couple of blips but the incredibly detailed molding and well thought [...]
My model depicts F/O Richard Brooker climbing aboard 56 Squadron Hurricane P3153 at North Weald in August 1940. The kit is quite accurate though challenging to build, but I used the Brian Fawcett additions of a “dog kennel”, the area [...]
Fighting Colours is a Kookaburra title by Michael JF Bowyer covering Royal Air Force camouflage and markings from 1937 to 1975. Chapter six addresses the RAF's shift to the offensive in 1941. In a subheading titled Important Colour Changes [...]
Bought this kit directly from the maker during their pre-sale deal simply because of box art.
Fact is I’ve been wanting to build a 1/48 Hurricane for too long, and getting a 4 cannon gunboat MK.IIc with an unusual (and very weathered) [...]
Yet another little gem of a Kit From Arma Hobby.
A pleasure to build with a fantastic scheme to paint her in.
Primed with.
Mr. Finishing Surfacer 1500 Black.
Painted with.
Colourcoats Interior Grey Green, Azure Blue, Middle Stone, Insignia [...]
Are you tired of this one yet?
This is my interpretation of the ubiquitous 'Nicki,' a Sea Hurricane Mk.IIc that served aboard the escort carrier HMS Nairana during '44. Its colors and composition, or at least its squadron, has been the [...]
Hey fellow modelers. With great excitement I am proud to bring you my latest and 3rd build.
This project was one of three Xmas gifts received from my daughter. I'm a lucky guy 🙂
I started the build somewhere in the Twighlight zone [...]