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(WIP) Curtiss A-12 „Shrike” 1:48 Czech Model
Kriss replied to Kriss's topic in LSM 1/48 Work in Progress
The set includes two wheel options to choose from: injection-moulded and resin with tyre deflection. And here the problem is the same as with the Curtiss A-8, namely that the resin wheels are too large and do not fit in the wheel covers. So the injection-moulded ones were installed. -
I have already made the first cuts, as there is one fuselage for multiple versions. In my version, the stabiliser is replaced and a cut-out is made in the fuselage for the drone operator.
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The F7F-2D ‘Tigercat’ has just arrived at the workshop, a new product from Fly in 1:72 scale. Fly has immediately released four different versions of the ‘Tigercat’ and more are in the pipeline. Along with the model, there are also accessories from Fly, including three different versions of wheels (arta009, arta010 and arta011) and an engine (arta008), all 3D printed. The contents of the box are shown in the photo below, and a plus for the manufacturer is the included canopy and wheels. From the accessories, I will use the motor (arta008) and wheels (arta011). I had the opportunity to see a test model and the fit of the parts was excellent, so let's see if I can build it just as well.
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Sometimes you make a blunder, and that's exactly what I did. I forgot to prepare everything needed for the build, so the Fiat is going to the waiting room until the emblem arrives. It's the only part missing to make it ready.
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(WIP) Curtiss A-12 „Shrike” 1:48 Czech Model
Kriss replied to Kriss's topic in LSM 1/48 Work in Progress
Fitting before closing the hull, some minor adjustments were needed, but it's fine. -
(WIP) Curtiss A-12 „Shrike” 1:48 Czech Model
Kriss replied to Kriss's topic in LSM 1/48 Work in Progress
The interior of the cabin prepared for assembly. -
This marvel has just arrived at the workshop, lying there without its box. So it will be as stress-free as possible to build it. I will present the Curtiss A-12 ‘Shrike’ in 1:48 scale from Czech Model, without extras. The set includes some plastic, some resin and a vacuum-formed cockpit. The model was released years ago, so let's get started.
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I used masks to paint the numbers, the rest will be from decals.
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This is how my camouflage turned out, the colour is nocciola chiaro 4. I was inspired by similar camouflages.
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Painting continues, I had a little fun applying (Verde Olivia Scuro 2) the green colour.
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I masked the bottom and shaded the top, just small jobs, but something got done.
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The bottom is ready, now it's time for masking and more colours. I put the white stripe on first.
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Courtesy of IBG Models, we have received their latest limited edition release, catalogue number 72584, a 1/72 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I & Mk.II – Great Britain 1940 – Black Box Edition. The box contains two models with accessories, and the mouldings alone are impressive, not to mention the rest. The Spitfire Mk.I will be the first to be built in the workshop, and the Mk.II version will be the next model.
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This is what the Fiat A.74 engine made from the Yahu Models kit looks like before being put together. You can't see it in the photos, but there are pins and holes in the individual engine segments to make it easier to assemble correctly into a whole. A very cool addition is the nameplate, one tiny one for the engine body and a larger one for use on the stand, for example. The second photo shows the motor already assembled. I can't see it on the photo, but there are some notches on the shaft coming out of the engine, in case someone would like to make a ‘Fiat’ with the propeller removed. There are two engines, but there will be several of these Fiats built.
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The fuselage is ready for assembly, Eduard straps are in place, and a Yahu plate has been used. The sight will be mounted after the fuselage is closed.
