1:32nd scale Rumpler C.IV

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
I'm waiting for rigging materials for the Pfalz D.VIII I'm building.
So I thought I'd start researching the next model.

This will be the 'Wingnut Wings' Rumpler C.IV (early), Serial No.8518/16 of Flieger-Abteilung (FA) 209 during 1917.
(FA) 209 was an observation and reconnaissance unit and operated on the Western Front, including Verdun.
During the early part of the war, Feldflieger Abteilungen (Field Flier Detachments), the initial observation units, typically had six two-seat aircraft, either monoplanes or biplanes. 

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
I've been waiting for turnbuckles to arrived so I can finish the Pfalz D.VIII model.
Finally, after being held bu UPS customs, they have now been delivered.
In the meantime I've been working on the Rumpler cockpit.
I've added a few things, rudder bar foot straps, rudder, aileron and elevator control lines and switch levers to the pilots instrument panel.

It's all yet to be weathered before I close up the fuselage.

So it's back onto the Pfalz model now,

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
The fuselage is ready to be closed up.
I've added ignition leads and plugs to the engine.
In addition the two pipes fitted to the air pump at the front of the engine.
The fitted engine driven generator has a drive belt fitted, made from EZ heavy black line.

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
I've been moving along with the Rumpler C.IV build.
The model parts have been airbrushed using Tamiya acrylic and MRP lacquer paints.
The ‘Aviattic’ Linen Weave Effect (ATT32236) decal has been cut and applied.
Also the detail parts around the observers cockpit have been added.

Now it's onto applying a clear coat for subsequent weathering to be applied,

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
I've weathered the model using Flory Models clay wash (Dark Dirt and Grime).
Also sponging on Tamiya Weathering Master (Mud and Soot).
The lower wings and tailplane have been fitted to the fuselage.

Now it's onto pre-rigging before assembly continues,

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
The upper wing temporarily fitted to allow the cemented interplane struts to fully set in the lower wings.
Then I'll remove the upper wing to pre-rig it,

 

Mike

 

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
The pre-rigging stage is complete.
A combination of:
Gaspatch 1:48th scale metal Anchor Points and Type A turnbuckles.
Albion Alloy's 0.4 mm and 0.5 mm blackened Brass tube.
0.08 mm and 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament.

Next is to final fit the upper wing so final rigging can be carried out,

Mike

[Martinnfb]

Incredible level of detail, just incredible! 

Cheers

Martin

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
I forgot to post photographs of the model being completed.
However, here's a few of the rigging.
I used 0.08 and 0.12 mm diameter mono-filament with 0.4 and 0.5 mm blackened tube.
Turnbuckles were metal Gaspatch 1:32nd scale.

I'll post the completed model once in it's display case.

For now, it's onto the figures and accessories,

Mike

[sandbagger]

Hi all,
The Rumpler C.IV model is finished.
I have to wait a few weeks for the models display case to be made.
In the meantime I've taken photographs on a temporary display base.

The completed model photographs will be up in WNW and WW1 Ready for Inspection soon.
Thanks for your support and comments throughout this build,

Mike