Artful69 Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Well ... Telford was obviously wonderful ... I stayed up much of the night (Other side of the world and all that) - watching reports come in on multiple forums (among other activities at home) ... HKM never cease to amaze me with what they are capable of in such a short history ... So ... We have a DH Mosquito Bomber strutting her stuff down the catwalk ... release date not too far off I would imagine. We have a Lancaster Bomber in mock up mode - ready for some final tweaks before entering production. A B17F that is somewhere not too far off also, I would Imagine. The FB Mosquito should be following shortly after the Bomber ... But what next?? ... certainly with all of these releases slated for 2015, this company is gathering some heavy momentum. One Telford visitor to the HKM stand has declared that a Vickers Wellington was given a distinct mention amongst a variety of subjects, by Neil ... and if the subject is seriously under consideration, will definitely be a must have kit for me!! - a Mk.III with four gunned tail end charlie for me Please ... Apparently the Halifax might be a future possibility also - but given it's widely known (to those that are close to the company) that HKM are reluctant to proceed further down the "Four Engined Heavy" road in the foreseeable future - this could have been a specific "leading" type question ... the answer purely designed not to 'dash' anyones hopes. Well ... what next? ... by all accounts, the company must be in expansion mode ... having gone from producing 1 quality kit in 2 years+ (the B25 Bomber) to a couple of kits each year ... and at least 4 (known) about to be released in 2015. Although nothing is official - I find myself dreaming of the possibility of a nice Wellington ... and others HKM - Dare to dream?! Rog 1
Wingco57 Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Rog, You are not easily satisfied are you? Cees 1
mgbgtv8steve Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 I was lucky enough to meet the 'main man' at Telford and was impressed by his 'can do' attitude, even when I pressed him to produce a British Phantom!! He didn't instantly dismiss it but he didn't go so far as to say will do! My money is on a single engined fighter, hopefully British and hopefully a late mark of Hurricane - let's give the man time and wait and see. Steve S.
Spitfire Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Well if we are daring to dream then a Westland Whirlwind (WW2 Fighter not the helicopter) is on the cards ! Cheers Dennis 1
Administrators JeroenPeters Posted November 11, 2014 Administrators Posted November 11, 2014 The estimates are that the mossie will be released in january 2015 and the Lanc around august 2015. But only if HKM is 100% sure the kit is accurate. Well.... that is if you can ever be 100% sure of course. 2
Artful69 Posted November 11, 2014 Author Posted November 11, 2014 Rog, You are not easily satisfied are you? Cees lol ... Cees ... Lets just say that I'm not dissatisfied ... just interested Rog
GUY5Y Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 It sounds to me Rog,that although you are not exactly disgruntled,neither are you actually "gruntled". 1
JaseGill Posted November 11, 2014 Posted November 11, 2014 Neil was a really nice guy and took all of the ideas really well from everyone that gave it. Me, I cant wait for the Mosquito Fighter. The bomber was gorgeous in the flesh but I love a bunch of guns in the nose After that, well the Lancaster may be too big, that said if there is a Dambusters one I wont be able to resist J.
Artful69 Posted November 12, 2014 Author Posted November 12, 2014 It sounds to me Rog,that although you are not exactly disgruntled,neither are you actually "gruntled". Mmmmmm perhaps this post has come across the wrong way ... I'm not in the least disgruntled or dissatisfied lol ... Rather, I'm pleasantly surprised, impressed and the general mood would best be described as speculative and hopeful ... Genuinely interested in what's next!! Rog 1
Administrators Fran Posted November 12, 2014 Administrators Posted November 12, 2014 If we can dream, why not a Savoia Marchetti SM 79 in 1:32.... my favourite 3 engines plane! Or a Piaggio 108 :D 3
Artful69 Posted November 12, 2014 Author Posted November 12, 2014 I was only "joshing" you rog. I figured ... But along with Cees' comment ... You never know - it might have been looking like I was having a winge!! All good!! Rog
Wingco57 Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Rog, We know, no worries. But with the rate HKM is moving, your loftinsulation is complete by 2016. Cees 1
JonathanReed Posted November 12, 2014 Posted November 12, 2014 Man what an exciting time to be in modelling! Its unbelievable how far it has come.
Miracle Paint Masks Posted December 4, 2014 Posted December 4, 2014 For me a Westland Whirlwind would be ideal I do like the thought of a wellington though
lawman56 Posted December 4, 2014 Posted December 4, 2014 I would also love to see an S.M. 79, although a few single engine Italian fighters would be nice as well. As would a P-38, and B-26, and....... 2
Members Mikester Posted December 5, 2014 Members Posted December 5, 2014 I would also love to see an S.M. 79, although a few single engine Italian fighters would be nice as well. As would a P-38, and B-26, and....... Yes, me too! An SM 79 would be the shizzle!
FCM Posted December 16, 2014 Posted December 16, 2014 My dreams are He-177, A-20 Havoc, B-26 Marauder or any japanese twin engine or torpedo bomber... Any french or italian planes will be interesting too. They did the Meteor Mk.IV, the F.8 will be very welcome too. Anyway, there are many options, all are welcome!
Paulster Posted January 6, 2015 Posted January 6, 2015 F2H-2 Banshee. Heard Kitty Hawk is planning one in 48th. But Kitty Hawk and Kinetic have gone the way of Trumpeter as far as future release announcements are concerned. Announce a gaggle of releases then release just a few of those. Been hearing a release of the Canadian Banshee for a couple of years now.
terry42 Posted January 6, 2015 Posted January 6, 2015 to continue with the British twins would be excellent. Bristol Beaufort Mk.VIII (yes being specific here, but hey) Bristol Beaufighter Mk.VI or MK.21 Bristol Blenheim Mk I or Mk.IV Westland Whirlwind I Vickers Wellington Mk.II and would also love to see the: B-26 Marauder
Wingco57 Posted January 6, 2015 Posted January 6, 2015 Douze pointes for Terry. I like that list. I chip in with a wishful Hampden. Cees
TeWika Posted January 6, 2015 Posted January 6, 2015 Intressting thread, I hope for a Do-217 and or a He-126.. Maybee a P-38/F-5..That's something! All the best Ted
malcolm baldock Posted January 18, 2015 Posted January 18, 2015 Id love an A20/Boston/DB7. It'd be nice to see some more medium sized aircraft that would really benefit being in a large scale. Bristol Brigand, Lockheed Hudson, Avro Anson, Fairley Gannet? Ideally anything I can put roundels on! 1
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