kurnass77 Posted November 27, 2010 Share Posted November 27, 2010 Hy all guys, with the Buccaneer virtually finished ( I hope I can take pictures tomorrow ) is time to start the thread for my next build. This is going to be a British Tornado Gr.1 nicknamed " Nikki " and based at Muharraq,Barhain. For the model I will use the Aires cockpit and wheelbays and the Model Alliance "Tornado at War" decal sheet.I chose this particular plane because one of my most vivid memories of Desert Storm is the picture on the news of "Nikki" that releases in quick succession three LGBs. First of all the photos of the various components. [/url][/img] After this brief presentation we pass to the construction of the model:the Revell pit is one of the best OOB model that I ever seen but the Aires is a little gem but as each kit of this brand has a poor fit with the base model, then sanding stick and elbow grease, with the added handicap of having to match even with the nose wheelbay ...But in the end everything was in place. [/url][/img] The preshadowed tub... [/url][/img] ...and painted [/url][/img] The various IPs PE parts painted with the Gunze H-22 and drybrushe with with various shades of gray. [/url][/img] And the offices finished. [/url][/img] [/url][/img] [/url][/img] The bang seats [/url][/img] [/url][/img] As always critique and suggestion are welcome. I hope you enjoy. :D Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete Posted November 27, 2010 Share Posted November 27, 2010 Woah, Gianni! That's a pretty impressive cockpit! Looks like this will be another winner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted November 27, 2010 Author Share Posted November 27, 2010 Thanks Pete!!!! Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Benner Posted November 27, 2010 Share Posted November 27, 2010 (edited) For the model I will use the Aires cockpit and wheelbays and the Model Alliance "Tornado at War" decal sheet.I chose this particular plane because one of my most vivid memories of Desert Storm is the picture on the news of "Nikki" that releases in quick succession three LGBs. wow, l think this is going to be another awesome build just like your buccaneer are you going to load "Nikki" the same way with 3 LGBs? Edited November 27, 2010 by Benner Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Share Posted November 28, 2010 wow, l think this is going to be another awesome build just like your buccaneer are you going to load "Nikki" the same way with 3 LGBs? Thanks Benner! yes, this is my idea, but the kit only provides two bombs, then I have three options:load it with only two LGBS, cast with resin a kit bomb or look for some after market kit ... Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spike7451 Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Coming on nicely Gianni,Don't forget to add the NVG control panel to the left of the HUD,It was a modification done for the RAF Tornado for Op Granby/DS. Incidentally Gianni,the jet you are modelling,ZA491,Crashed into the North Sea in 2004 & was written off. http://www.mod.uk/ Here's a zap you might like to print off for the base; Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Share Posted November 28, 2010 Thanks for all Spike! I will as soon as possible to add the detail that you gave me suggested; is really sad to know that "my" planes crashed but at least the crew ejected safely! :D Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pete Posted November 28, 2010 Share Posted November 28, 2010 Created a new banner for you, this time with the correct dates . Hope you like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted November 29, 2010 Author Share Posted November 29, 2010 Created a new banner for you, this time with the correct dates . Hope you like it. In your opinion? :wub: Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tripio Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 Hi Gianni, nice to see another build from you.Great choice. Taking into consideration your builing speed,you will finished the group build with a Jaguar... :wub: Let me ask,is this really an Aires set?It looks a little bit simple...does it worth to buy? Your cockpit looks great. :) Otherwise I was quite satisfied with the Revell cockpit,so this Tornado was an OOB build for me. Keep the pictures coming. Regards,Laz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cknight725 Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 <CLICK> 'Track this Thread' After watching the "Debbie" build I'd be crazy not to! Hell of a start that's for sure ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 1, 2010 Author Share Posted December 1, 2010 Thanks guys!! Hi Gianni,nice to see another build from you.Great choice. Taking into consideration your builing speed,you will finished the group build with a Jaguar... :wub: Let me ask,is this really an Aires set?It looks a little bit simple...does it worth to buy? Your cockpit looks great. Otherwise I was quite satisfied with the Revell cockpit,so this Tornado was an OOB build for me. Keep the pictures coming. Regards,Laz Laz, as I said the box 's pit is one of the most beautiful I've seen,with small additions can be achieved a model at the level of the Aires one.I bought because I found it at about half the cost from an eBay seller. Where you really see the difference between the kit pieces and the Aires stuff is in the wheelbays: the Revell are a good base but the Aires are fantastic! Indeed, the idea of a Jaguar is more than tempting! Maybe if I can find the kit ... Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tripio Posted December 15, 2010 Share Posted December 15, 2010 Hi Gianni, any update? Regards,Laz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 15, 2010 Author Share Posted December 15, 2010 Hi Tripio, unfortunately I'm still committed to fill and sand the model :( , however I think to post some pictures by the weekend. Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 19, 2010 Author Share Posted December 19, 2010 Hi fellas, as promised here are the pictures of my progress. First, a pair of general view. [/url][/img] [/url][/img] The terrible aspect of the air intakes. [/url][/img] And my solution [/url][/img] Other areas that fit together terribly. [/url][/img] [/url][/img] My solution to the rubber seals of the wings. [/url][/img] [/url][/img] On the advice of Spike I added next to the HUD the NVG control. [/url][/img] And a small detail work on the canopy rail. [/url][/img] And all for today, I hope to spray a bit of color as soon as possible. Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deacon Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 A lot of work that is paying off, Very nice sir. Deacon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr B Posted December 21, 2010 Share Posted December 21, 2010 Very nice work..........love them intake covers..........if only in a different scale.........the 1/48 HB kits really need covers.........the intakes are bare.......... Super cockpit work too........hope to see it built up soon.......in all its glory Rgds Mr b Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 25, 2010 Author Share Posted December 25, 2010 Good day all mates, despite the parties are able to show my little progress. Deacon, Mr. B thanks for your kindness! Mr. B the FOD covers are made with a Magic Sculpt foil. Is a very simple procedure used to realize stuff like cloak for the figures; if you want I can realize a little tutorial... With the addition of the HUD combined glass the cockpit is complete. [/url][/img] I glued and filled the windshield. [/url][/img] Also, I detailed a bit the belly pylons. [/url][/img] The Hindenburger tanks.Can anyone tell me what is the exact color? They are very light but not white ... [/url][/img] That's all! With the windshield sanded and the IFR probe glued in position I can start to paint the model so stay tuned because also I want to try the use of the Humbrol enamels. Merry Christmas,Gianni :wub: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tripio Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 Wow,good job,Gianni. Regards,Laz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spike7451 Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 (edited) Coming on nicely Gianni,the big jug tanks are the same colour as the ones used by the F-3's cuz that's where we pinched them!! Some were painted Dulux salmon pink emulsion tho. As to your weapon pylons,cut all the tabs off as shown in the photo below & sand flush.The only thing you will see on the real thing is the MACE fairings. (those wavy things either side of the front & back stations) I gather the white blobs are meant to be sway braces,which are not used by the RAF Tornado. The real thing; Edited December 26, 2010 by spike7451 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 27, 2010 Author Share Posted December 27, 2010 Hi all mates. Tripio,Spike thanks for your words and for the info, I fixed the belly pylons... [/url][/img] ...and glued the IFR probe [/url][/img] An overview of the model ready for preshading, I hope to start in the afternoon. [/url][/img] [/url][/img] Spike I need a information : how and where the intake FOD are fixed at the bottom? :D Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spike7451 Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 (edited) Gianni, The is a 'Y' shaped elastic cord that runs from each corner of the intake to a point in the main gear well as in the photo. Merv Edited December 27, 2010 by spike7451 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PIERRE CHRISTIAN BAUDRU Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 (edited) Your Tornado is great ! I will follow this build ! I have just finished one IDS from hasegawa you can see it here http://www.arcforums.com/forums/air/index....howtopic=222541 Pierre Edited December 30, 2010 by PIERRE CHRISTIAN BAUDRU Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kurnass77 Posted December 31, 2010 Author Share Posted December 31, 2010 Good day all fellas, Pierre thanks for your kindness ( your Tornado is a true killer I hope that my comig well half of yours, would be a great result for me! ) and Spike thanks for your precise info! Finally some color on my bird! First, I made the preshading [/url][/img] [/url][/img] [/url][/img] And a first layer of Humbrol Desert Pink ( My first attempt with the Humbrol ) [/url][/img] [/url][/img] I also painted the fuel tanks with Gunze H-334 and 338. [/url][/img] And that's all,I hope to sprayed and beginning to weathering the plane as soon as possible. Let me know what do you think. :huh: Gianni Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Benner Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 (edited) a little late, but if this is a pretty good detailed shot of the IFR probe area. BTW, nice paint work so far. So, are you going to be doing a Victor and Nimrod down the road too? Edited January 2, 2011 by Benner Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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