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I'd say yes. Here's the pic from this morning (Finowfurt Museum near Berlin) I simplified it:

The main wheels yes, but the front wheels are larger. For my model I took them from MiG-29, the size and look is perfect (I've checked the original), maybe they are the same on the originals as well. BTW: Due to the larger front wheels also the doors are modified on BN (bulges) EDIT: After inspection of both BN and UB originals this morning, the BN's front wheels are 570 x 140, model 5, main wheels 840 x 290, model 2a. The UB's (and M/MF should be the same) front 520 x 125, model 07, main 840 x 290.

yes, you are right, I was wrong. Let's see...

There are: http://trumpeter-china.com/index.php?g=home&m=product&a=show&id=1538&l=en Nozzle wrong as expected (seems to be the same sprue like fighter variants). GDR painting and markings totally wrong (as usual). Strange weapon selection. Wheels seems to be the same as fighter variants..... I'm happy that my BN is ready It's not 100% because it's based on Trumpy's M (and because of my limited skills)

I think so

ahh, thx for the info, didn't know. New mold really? EDIT: just saw that SMER will come with Su-7 and Su-25K as well. Smells like the known, or?

First you should decide, what scale: OEZ/KP/Eduard is 1/48, SMER is 1/72

That's not possible - so good point for Trumpy! :D

yes: http://www.ausairpower.net/TE-Foxbat-Foxhound-92.html (scroll down)

I agree that the color of the tail cap (as well of the number) is hypothetical, maybe you are right. On the other hand I'm absolute sure that the cammo scheme is correct as a black-nosed, two colored plane (AMT-4 and AMT-6). The cammo areas of three-tone Il's according to Directive No 2389/0133 of July, 3rd 1943 is complete different to this one - and this one is complete according the NKAP-order of June 20th 1941 for two-tome Il's. Another proof: Together with the three-tone cammo the thick white outlined stars came up. The reinforcing strips on aft fuselage and tail were usually installed

MiG-27K and Su-24 have the internal Kaira designator MiG-27M and D as well as Su-22M3, M4 and Su-25 have the internal Klen system, but this is for missiles only

Nice. But the Armory wheels are nice as well (and already in my stash) There would be many more (other) items for MiG-25 we would need...

First time I used the salt technique. Very easy and convincing result. On youtube I found some instructions. Summary: - paint silver - make a paste from salt and just a drop of water - apply spots of this with a hard brush on desired areas - let it dry - airbrush cammo - wipe-off the salt with the cammo color (toothbrush is useful)

After the great Tu-2 I was keen to build the Il-4 as well. After opening the box I was disappointed as the panel lines are very heavy. On the other hand, this is ideal for a heavy weathering - a "must" for this type! Beside this, the build was without any problems. The fit was excellent, a very few amount of filler was needed (nose section only). Also the design was quite good, the level of detail is great - and not that overengineered than the Tu-2. Unfortunately a lot of the interior is invisible. I used Eduard PE and masks (a must!). I'm a big fan of naval aviation, so it was clear to b

This is what I did on my BN (based on Trumpy's M):

The only difference of the two kits is the canopy (MF with strut, M w/o, what is correct). There are some more differences what Trumpy had ignored. All in all it's closer to a MF.

http://www.spielwarenmesse.de/?L=1

I've never seen a better Flogger

If you want a precise model you should not use Zacto's intake splitter plates as their cross section is wrong (sorry, Chris). Eduard's are much better and not difficult to handle.

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I like MPM's subjects - but the kits are mostly a nightmare. My last experience was the Il-10.... This Firefly is not a 100% exception - but far away from being a nightmare. It's the best MPM-kit I ever build. Details are sufficient, fit is not bad - except between fuselage and wings. In this area old memories came up. Plane was on HMS Theseus, RN No. 810 Squadron, end of 40's.

Don't forget the vertical stabilizer and the fin. The MF would be closer to a BN at least in this area. If you want to build a 1/32 "utkanos" (duck nose), why not Ruporator's MiG-27? It's resin, it's expensive, it lacks in details - but it's a lot of fun!

http://www.arcforums.com/forums/air/index.php?showtopic=257354&st=60&p=2464756&hl=f-13&fromsearch=1entry2464756

interesting conclusion. Tail and canopy of the UM and F-13 ARE different...

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