Jimi Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 I'm looking to build WW2 bombers in 1/144 scale. There seem to be quite a few manufacturers in this scale. Any suggestions on which one produces the best models in terms of detail, fit, decals, etc.? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VMA131Marine Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 Mark I Models has a Do 17Z, Mosquito, and Beaufighter https://www.hannants.co.uk/manufacturer/mark-i-models/products?search=&exact=0&department=&type=&sort=&manufacturer_id=0&manufacturer_slug=mark-i-models&product_type_id=1821&product_category_id=0&product_division_id=0&scale_id=&arrival_date=&stock=&pictures_only=&search_direction=asc&code=&keyword_search=&setPerPage=100 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quark51 Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 Minicraft has a 1/144 B-17, B-24, B-25, B-26, and B-29, G4M Betty bomber, JU-88, HE-111, and Lancaster, Fujimi also has released a B-29 in 1/144. For the B-29 the Fujimi kit has better detailing though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 The Fujimi B-29 is indeed supposed to be the best. BUT, it has square prop hubs, so you'll need to source alternates. The Amodel Lancaster is also supposed to be the best. But, you need to bring your modeling skills to bear on Amodel kits. I have the B.III Dambuster boxing; they also have B.I/B.III and 10MR boxings, in addition to a Lancastrian. Amodel have some great subjects, but only the Lancaster meets your criteria. AFAIK, we desperately need a decent B-17. Don't know anything about the others... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VMA131Marine Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 Roden has an Fw 200 and He 111H-6 on their future release list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VMA131Marine Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 The Fujimi B-29 is indeed supposed to be the best. BUT, it has square prop hubs, so you'll need to source alternates. Not sure about the props, but Brengun does replacement engine cowls that are a vast improvement; the Fujimi ones are blanked off with no engine detail at all. http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-accessories-19/b-29-supperfortress-engines-607#!prettyPhoto Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 I have replacement props along with a B-29 Mothership conversion for the Fujimi B-29 and Dragon X-1 from Muroc Models But, Brengun also have propellers http://www.brengun.cz/e-shop/1-144-accessories-19/proppelers-for-b29-superfortress-723 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jimi Posted November 1, 2019 Author Share Posted November 1, 2019 Thanks guys, I appreciate your feedback. Also like the Brengun accessories info, didn't know about this. May start with a Lancaster... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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