texasraider Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 Kursad with the profusion of kits in all scales for the beloved "Herky Bird" we will ever see some sheets for the C-130?...In the Air National Guard squadrons they alone have some markings and paint schemes that would be of great interest to many!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jefropas Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 (edited) Kursad with the profusion of kits in all scales for the beloved "Herky Bird" we will ever see some sheets for the C-130?...In the Air National Guard squadrons they alone have some markings and paint schemes that would be of great interest to many!!! 1/144th scale is best for those big ol birds, but, I agree! Jeff Edited June 8, 2016 by jefropas Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Djack Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 I always thought this would be a good seller as well (1/72). I've always wanted a Missouri ANG set. The old Oklahoma ANG were the best looking ones in my opinion. David Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trash hauler Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 I would have to definitely agree, especially with 1/144th scale. The reason is you would have the ability to model everything from the "B" model to the newer "J-30" model. Between all the ANG birds, and then throw in all the Non-US birds, one could have an extremely varied collection ! Well worth the time ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 (edited) I have a host of C-130 decals under development, for all arms of the US military (USAF/USN/USMC). However, it is a bit early in the development cycle to assign a product number and announce anything. The 1/72 scale KC-135 decals were in development for six months before I even hinted at their existence! I will let you guys know as soon as I am ready to announce them, but rest assured these are coming. Edited June 9, 2016 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 Ellington E's if you please. Alliteration unintended. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thegoodsgt Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 I’m a big fan of the Minicraft 1/144 C-130 kits and keep hoping that one of the aftermarket companies will eventually step up and produce conversion kits for it. In the meantime I’d be curious to hear if modelers would be willing to do their own conversions if someone like Caracal produced decals for the HC, MC, etc. variants of the aircraft. Steven Brown Scale Model Soup Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trash hauler Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 (edited) Steven, While it may not be perfect, attached is a conversion to the Minicraft H Model , to the MC-130H Combat Talon II. I also enjoy the Minicraft kit, even with it's problems (Specifically the engine intakes ! ) But generally it is a decent kit with almost unlimited conversion potential. We just really need some varied marking sheets ! Any critiques on the model are welcomed. Bruce :thumbsup:/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/>/> Edited June 9, 2016 by Trash hauler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kingoalie Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 (edited) I'm with Bruce; the kit has some flaws but is definitely buildable. I've built the WC-130J, and I am currently working on a KC-130H. I have 5 more kits in the stash, so I'd definitely be interested in any conversions. Edited June 9, 2016 by Kingoalie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCarlson Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 Like everyone else I would love to see decals for the C-130 especially in 1/144. Bruce, did you make that Combat Talon conversion? Or is this a conversion set that is available some where? I've always wanted to do a Combat Talon. Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trash hauler Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 Ron, That particular conversion is strictly home made. Not perfect, but I had a ball doing it. At present, I am working on an MC-130J "Commando II" We'll see how this one comes out ! Bruce :bandhead2:/> Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCarlson Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 It looks good Bruce! Hopefully someone will come along and make some conversion sets for the kit. Have you thought about making copies of the ones you made? That nose looks like it would be a real pain to make. Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCarlson Posted June 9, 2016 Share Posted June 9, 2016 1/144th scale is best for those big ol birds, but, I agree! Jeff Hey Jeff! Have you sent Kursad any pictures of Peoria's planes? I'm sure I have some around if he is interested. Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jefropas Posted June 10, 2016 Share Posted June 10, 2016 (edited) Hey Jeff! Have you sent Kursad any pictures of Peoria's planes? I'm sure I have some around if he is interested. Ron No sir, the markings for Peoria are in the Minicraft boxing, but are the wrong color...plus my Peoria 130 pics are olllld... Jeff Edited June 10, 2016 by jefropas Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted June 10, 2016 Share Posted June 10, 2016 (edited) I have sufficient references for IL ANG C-130s based at Peoria, folks - not sure what is going to go on the sheet yet, but it will be a fairly comprehensive affair like the KC-135R sheet. It is highly likely Peoria will be there. Edited June 10, 2016 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RCarlson Posted June 10, 2016 Share Posted June 10, 2016 That's great to hear. If this sheet is anything like the KC-135 sheet it will be great! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gator52 Posted June 10, 2016 Share Posted June 10, 2016 I'll look forward to some C-130 decals. Good looking Talon, Bruce! Jonah Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ikar Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Back in the mid 70s there were several A.N.G. units still flying with the old Roman nose configuration. They would often fly into Littlerock and sit on the transit ramp for hours, and sometimes a day or two. They did stand out from the normal trash haulers. This one I found at Sheppard A.F.B. It was being used as a training unit and I had been told that it was once powered by piston engines instead of turbo props. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Boyer Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Back in the mid 70s there were several A.N.G. units still flying with the old Roman nose configuration. They would often fly into Littlerock and sit on the transit ramp for hours, and sometimes a day or two. They did stand out from the normal trash haulers. This one I found at Sheppard A.F.B. It was being used as a training unit and I had been told that it was once powered by piston engines instead of turbo props. Uh huh. Told by someone who either doesn't know aircraft or was looking to pull a fast one on you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thegoodsgt Posted June 18, 2016 Share Posted June 18, 2016 Minicraft has announced a new LC-130, so I’d say there’s hope we may eventually see an MC-130 or other variants. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thorve Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 Hi Kursad, can we have decals of this bird in 1/48th please? C-130 H Hercules 90-1794, 179th AW, OH ANG The pic's not mine (was sent to me) but this is a H-model Herc I definitely want to do - and the paintjob makes me want to invest the time in the old Italeri kit :-) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trojan Thunder Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 (edited) Hi Kursad, can we have decals of this bird in 1/48th please? C-130 H Hercules 90-1794, 179th AW, OH ANG The pic's not mine (was sent to me) but this is a H-model Herc I definitely want to do - and the paintjob makes me want to invest the time in the old Italeri kit :-) ....and 1/72 of course! I have a few more pictures of this one if your need refs Kursad Edited July 9, 2016 by Trojan Thunder Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 (edited) OK, I am sold - I don't know about 1/48 though, those invasion stripes will be mighty big. Let me include it in the upcoming 1/72 sheet, and we will think about 1/48 later. You are cleared to send any anbd all refs to me at info AT caracalmodels.com. Edited July 9, 2016 by KursadA Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trash hauler Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 Awwww Heck, Kursad. If you're going to do this in 1/72 ..... Please add it to the 1/144 sheets you hopefully are contemplating !!!! Us "Smurf Scale Builders" need love too ! Take Care, Bruce Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Middleton Posted July 10, 2016 Share Posted July 10, 2016 Kursad, I have 103rd AW Connecticut ANG C-130H refs if you need them Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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