Colin K Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 From some reviews I have seen, it looks like the Hobbyboss Rafale B, in 48th scale, is nearly identical to the Revell Germany kit. Has anyone built the Hobbyboss Rafale B? Is it any better or worse than the Revell Germany kit? I saw the Rafale for the first time, last month, and now I kinda want to build one. Thanks for any input. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pep Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 From what I understand they are pretty much the same model but not the same mold. The revel has a better selection of weapons but that's about it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewPerren Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 Hi Colin Having owned both makers kits, and built two Revell Rafales I would say the Revell is a much nicer kit. The only niggle is there are no intakes to speak of in the Revell kits, otherwise they fit well with great detail. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 Almost the same kit... I build the Hobby Boss a few year ago, great kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ichitoe Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 No experience with the HB kit, but the ROG kit was for me a very pleasurable build. I enjoyed it so much, I purchased two more. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 (edited) Edited July 6, 2016 by Manuel J. Armas S. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Solo Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I had Rafale M from Revell and also from Hobby Boss, so I think I can compare both kits (B kit has mostly the same parts). Revell has noticeably more sophisticated, fine details and panel lines. All details are really beautiful, all parts fits perfect, and of course Cartograf's decals. One of the most beautiful kits I have had in my hands. Hobby Boss is not so bad, but far worse then Revell's kit. Here you can find my Revell's Rafale M: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crazy Snap Captain Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 Colin, I've built both, and the RoG kit is better in my opinion. Better detail and fit is spot on. It's my go to mojo booster when I need one. The HB is good as well, but the Revell is superior in my book. Here's my last one Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Colin K Posted July 8, 2016 Author Share Posted July 8, 2016 Cool, thanks for the insight. Now, to track down one of the RoG kits! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Walker Posted July 8, 2016 Share Posted July 8, 2016 This is my Revell B. Won me Model of the Year at my club, IPMS Bong in Milwaukee, and was featured in FSM mag. Fun kit! Would like to do a single seater at some point. M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gb_madcat_sl Posted July 8, 2016 Share Posted July 8, 2016 Do note that the Ace Corporation kit from Korea has the exact same plastic as the Revell one albeit with poorer decals. Rafale M Rafale C Rafale B Mark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
F4DPhantomII Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 Artic Tiger??????? Whats that all about? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Crusader nut Posted July 9, 2016 Share Posted July 9, 2016 Artic Tiger??????? Whats that all about? http://www.arcforums.com/forums/air/index.php?showtopic=190875&st=0&p=1786217&hl=arctic%20tiger&fromsearch=1entry1786217 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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