Cop Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 Been a while since I posted here. But this kit seems so controversial, I thought I would post it up for you all to see. After all that’s been said about this kit, I’m going to nail my colours to the mast and say I like it, and enjoyed building it. It’s not a perfect kit and needs some modelling input to get it right. But I enjoy that sort of thing. For me it’s not so much about the destination, but the journey there. There’s a lot of aftermarket in the finished kit. Eduard internal, and external etched sets. Master Barrels pitots, static wick discharges and cannon barrels. HAD shock cone and wheels. Neomega ejection seat and front wheel well. Which was originally intended for the old Kopro kit. The only thing that is a necessity out of that lot, is the shock cone. The other parts were down to personal preference, and wanting to enhance the level of detail. It was all topped off with a dollop of Mr. Paint. Enjoy Nige. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
speedlimit Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 Wow! Nicely done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stef (#6) Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 Georgeous! Even if this Su-17 is reputed having its issues and a dog to build, indeed that's a nice result. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Janissary Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 Looks absolutely gorgeous. The painting especially is superb. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aeronca1121 Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 A real piece of art. Well done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Whiskey Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 That's an awesome piece of work you have accomplished. I am not a Fitter fan however if I were to build one I would hope it would come out like this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Walker Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 Having built both the KH and HB kits, I would choose the KH kit any day over the HB. Lovely result! Great build. Gives me inspiration to build the 2 seater. M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainObvious Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 Really really nice job! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mstor Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 Really nice. I love those cold war soviet jets. You have done an excellent job with what I have heard is a difficult kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sebastijan Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 That's one hell of a nice looking Fitter! Now where's that Modelsvit M4 in 1:72?!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cop Posted May 5, 2018 Author Share Posted May 5, 2018 Cheers everyone. In fact, I enjoyed it that much, that I’m considering doing the two seater as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Janissary Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 Did you mask it or free hand it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cop Posted May 5, 2018 Author Share Posted May 5, 2018 It’s all freehand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 Espectacular... Great Paint job... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew D. the Jolly Rogers guy Posted May 8, 2018 Share Posted May 8, 2018 That's fantastic, absolutely superb job!! :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Falconxlvi Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 Exquisite! It’s nice to see a Fitter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bravosierra001 Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 On 5/4/2018 at 6:42 PM, Matt Walker said: Having built both the KH and HB kits, I would choose the KH kit any day over the HB. Lovely result! Great build. Gives me inspiration to build the 2 seater. M Why is that Matt? Having the HB it would be interesting to know, and what to look out for in the build. Brandon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bravosierra001 Posted June 7, 2018 Share Posted June 7, 2018 Sweet looking Fitter. It really looks great! Brandon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Walker Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 Brandon. The HB kit "builds" easier, but is simplified in detail compared to the KH kit. Surface details for example are much better presented by KH than HB, with HB leaving out a good amount of "stuff" on the exterior surfaces. The HB cockpit is really bland and not very accurate and really needs a complete replacement if accuracy is important to you, where-as the KH cockpit is very well done, with the only thing (maybe) needed is a resin seat with belts (I don't get on well with etched belts) The HB canopy/windscreen has some accuracy issues too HB has closed airbrakes and intake blow-in doors. The HB "plug in" wing panels are a neat idea, but the ability to mount the KH wings in either extended or folded position, with extended flaps and LEF in the extended position gives many more options with KH. Since building both KH and HB kits for review, I have bought he KH 2 seater. M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bravosierra001 Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 On 6/8/2018 at 9:04 AM, Matt Walker said: Brandon. The HB kit "builds" easier, but is simplified in detail compared to the KH kit. Surface details for example are much better presented by KH than HB, with HB leaving out a good amount of "stuff" on the exterior surfaces. The HB cockpit is really bland and not very accurate and really needs a complete replacement if accuracy is important to you, where-as the KH cockpit is very well done, with the only thing (maybe) needed is a resin seat with belts (I don't get on well with etched belts) The HB canopy/windscreen has some accuracy issues too HB has closed airbrakes and intake blow-in doors. The HB "plug in" wing panels are a neat idea, but the ability to mount the KH wings in either extended or folded position, with extended flaps and LEF in the extended position gives many more options with KH. Since building both KH and HB kits for review, I have bought he KH 2 seater. M Thanks Matt, I appreciate the insight. Have to agree about the hb pit. it is very sparse. I am ok with the surface detail, but would have liked to have seen the intake doors having the option of being able to be open. Thanks, Brandon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
okthree Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Truly impressive work. The Su-22 is my favorite Soviet aircraft from the Cold War era. I think it embodies all the design elements of Soviet aircraft from that period. Very nice work. Your build makes me want to jump in and build the KH kit I have in my stash. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the build. As soon as I saw the sprues for this kit on line I sold my old KP kit on eBay for enough money I could buy the KH kit. I feel sorry for the guy who bought my KP kit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
B.Sin Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 That's a beautiful piece of work there my friend, my hat's off to you! Brad Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dmanton300 Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I got another single seater here if you want it Nige? Oh, hang on. . . . . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Enrywar67 Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 Wow!Fantastic!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Madhatter Posted June 17, 2018 Share Posted June 17, 2018 man that is nice! It's great to see one that hasn't been weathered to hell and back. I'm one of those on the list that has one of these kits to build one day and am not put off by the negative reviews Great job you've accomplished on this Si Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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