HS Buccaneer S.2B

[Nikonfan]

This is the mighty Banana Bomber seen in the markings of 237 OCU during the 1980's. Finished as a clean build, Buccs were not often seen in this factory fresh state, so I may well add weathering and some oil stains in the future.

The load represents the war role that 237 OCU had. XV352 was scrapped in the early 1990's after a flying career that saw it in action during the 1991 Gulf War, and the nose section now resides at the RAF Manston History Museum near Ramsgate, Kent (UK).

[ChippyWho]

Very suave looking Bucc, Sir.

[mhoupt]

This is a tough kit to build from a fit and fill perspective. This looks spectacular!

[Kingoalie]

It looks very sharp! Did you add anything to the Airfix kit?

[Nikonfan]

Thank you for the feedback!

I added the Eduard cockpit set, but wish I hadn't as not much can be seen. The kit is pretty much OOB but I cut out two of the wing-fold inspection doors as these were often left off the jet.

The fit of the fuselage was awful. The nose fitted where it touched - and this is AFTER bonding and clamping;

The tail wasn't a lot better;

Apart from the vigorous and extensive sanding, it was a very enjoyable build!

:lol:

[Bill]

Nice work. I really like this jet. I would like to build one from the Gulf War.

[aim9guy]

Wow! Great job on a tough kit.

Kyle Williams

Historyindetail.blogspot.com

[HOLMES]

.....OH WOW !!! That is one MAGNIFICENT looking Buccaner...

VERY SMART and WICKED....

HOLMES