Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Hi all, I thought it wise to start a new thread for the BS version with big pylons together with R-40T + R-60 missiles. There will be many new items to shout about so this is probably the place to do it. There is already the BM thread so lets not get mixed up. If this is not appropriate then admin can merge. New announcements on the kit will be advertised here. Anyway, Here ares ome CADs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ichitoe Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 (edited) Wasn't planning on getting a 31, but this one I'll get! Mike Edited December 29, 2015 by Ichitoe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Red14 Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 so this will be the next upcoming release from AMK? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 so this will be the next upcoming release from AMK? Hi, Well this one was always going to be the next release but we are working on getting the others at the same time. As if one project wasn’t enough we have loads! There is also a surprise release coming as well but this has not yet been announced. We only release kits when we are happy they are as good as they can be. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slawomir.dusza Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Are you guys planning to add instrument panel decals? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ijozic Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 (edited) I thought it wise to start a new thread for the BS version with big pylons together with R-40T + R-60 missiles. There will be many new items to shout about so this is probably the place to do it. There is already the BM thread so lets not get mixed up. Nitpicking, but shouldn't these be R-40TD and R-60M, at least for the operational airplanes? Edited December 29, 2015 by ijozic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Petarvu Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 I'm so happy i won't have to wait long for next version :-D I wanted to build early and late a/c from the beginning :-D Any information on release date? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 Are you guys planning to add instrument panel decals? An announcement on this will be made as soon as we can. I promise you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 I'm so happy i won't have to wait long for next version :-D I wanted to build early and late a/c from the beginning :-D Any information on release date? Hi, We are hoping January to importers and wholesalers. Don’t forget it is the Chinese New Year on 8th February so we hope to get these out by then. Finger crossed there are no hiccoughs because we want to get them out sooner than later. Last details being sorted out now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 Nitpicking, but shouldn't these be R-40TD and R-60M, at least for the operational airplanes? Berkut? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kellyF15 Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 I have been waiting on a 1/48 MiG-31 for so long, I guess one of each boxing wouldnt hurt would it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Berkut Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Berkut? Honestly i dont know the differences between them. IIRC TD got a different seeker but otherwise they are the same? No clue re R-60 vs R-60M. But one would assume they are carrying the later versions, so yes i guess TD and M. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 Do we need to adjust manuals? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Falcon053 Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Please forgive me, but I don't know much about the different versions of Mig-31s, what is the difference between the BM/BSM kit and this new B/BS kit? I have the new kit coming from Sprue Brothers but it hasnt gotten to my door step yet, but I'm very impatiently awaiting for it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dylan Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 will this kit have option to have the sensor under the nose in the retracted position? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Williams Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 (edited) will this kit have option to have the sensor under the nose in the retracted position? It looks like you can easily modify the kit to show it retracted. Edited December 30, 2015 by Dave Williams Quote Link to post Share on other sites
musangpulut Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Do you plan to include canopy pink sealant as a decal in this release? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
apapagos Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 I'm confused, wasn't AMK just released a MiG-31 kit like a month ago? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jeffrey Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Please forgive me, but I don't know much about the different versions of Mig-31s, what is the difference between the BM/BSM kit and this new B/BS kit? I have the new kit coming from Sprue Brothers but it hasnt gotten to my door step yet, but I'm very impatiently awaiting for it. Mig-31B/BS: - no refuelling probe / early nozzle on some of the early models. - Zaslon can launch r-33 and r-60 for self defense only - Zaslon is modified after spy incident (still cannot launch r-33s) - cannot exceed Mach 1.8 when carry 4xr-60, 4xr-33 Mig-31BM: - "Improved" Zaslon radar, can launch (?) r-33s? - Most of the changes are in the cockpit, RWR stay the same - Can Launch r-77, new wing pylons - still no ground attack capability Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ijozic Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 (edited) Do we need to adjust manuals? Since R-40TD and R-60M were already in (TD) or entering (M) service when the initial MiG-31 became operational (post 1982), they would presumably be the only choice even for the original MiG-31 aircraft, not to mention the post-1990 MiG-31B which you'll provide in the kit. So, I'd say it's pretty sure the MiG-31B/BS would use only TD and M missile variants. Edited December 30, 2015 by ijozic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ijozic Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 (edited) Mig-31B/BS: - Zaslon is modified after spy incident (still cannot launch r-33s) I'd be curious to read more about this as I thought the R-33S was part of the MiG-31 update (Zaslon plus R-33 missiles) after the Tolkachev incident, although I never saw the photos of them. Edited December 30, 2015 by ijozic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jennings Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Get the Yefim Gordon book. It talks about it (in a very editorial way) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Berkut Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 (edited) Please forgive me, but I don't know much about the different versions of Mig-31s, what is the difference between the BM/BSM kit and this new B/BS kit? I have the new kit coming from Sprue Brothers but it hasnt gotten to my door step yet, but I'm very impatiently awaiting for it. In short, the first boxing is of MiG-31BM/BSM variant which are modernized variants of B/BS variant which were made in Soviet Union/early 90's. Short summary of main MiG-31 versions here. And quick guide how to see difference between MiG-31 (B/BS/DZ) and MiG-31BM here. I'd be curious to read more about this as I thought the R-33S was part of the MiG-31 update (Zaslon plus R-33 missiles) after the Tolkachev incident, although I never saw the photos of them. As far as i know R-33S can be used by B/BS. There is only one picture of R-33S. Edited December 30, 2015 by Berkut Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted December 30, 2015 Author Share Posted December 30, 2015 Since R-40TD and R-60M were already in (TD) or entering (M) service when the initial MiG-31 became operational (post 1982), they would presumably be the only choice even for the original MiG-31 aircraft, not to mention the post-1990 MiG-31B which you'll provide in the kit. So, I'd say it's pretty sure the MiG-31B/BS would use only TD and M missile variants. Many thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martin @ AMK Models Posted January 9, 2016 Author Share Posted January 9, 2016 These are not yet the final copy but the latest working copy. There are one or two fixes still to do and then they get signed off today. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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