1/32nd Scratch Pneumatic trailer COMPLETED

[FME erk]

I purchased the 32nd trolley acc from Iconicair and thought about other pieces of ground equipment that I could possibly have alongside the HK Lancaster when I come to build and display the beast . . . 

Although I have some details/photos of what was contained within I thought I would just go with the basic structure and have it with the canvas screen down, (it will save any embarrassment on  my part).

The plan

The basic frame

The suspension

[FME erk]

This basically is a box unless you were to detail the inside with a small petrol engine, fuel tank, an air compressor and its air tank. This may be a slight cheat but I intend to display it alongside a Nissen hut in the background . . . .

Having now painted the square frame, next on the agenda with be the 'curtains'  down each of the four sides. 

I have a tow hitch to put in place as well as a small jockey wheel and the stability legs.

[FME erk]

Cracking on with a bit more . . . 

Some side curtains and the stability legs to put on  . . .

David

[FME erk]

Done a little more . . . 

Just to put the stability legs in place, shown in the front, just about there I think although I am having to think about the colour of the canvas covers.

The one good photo I have seen of this trailer, located in front of a crashed Wellington, clearly shows these covers to be rather light in appearance ??

[Martinnfb]

Sweet ! Mk.IB

[Martinnfb]

[Martinnfb]

[FME erk]

I have completed this small trailer and it will be part of the set dressing for the HK Lancaster.

Many thanks for looking in 

David

 

 

[Martinnfb]

I love it , something so inspiring and refreshing. I like your inventive approach David, backed up by your skill set and we have a winner ! Bravo!

Cheers

Martin