HL-10 Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 The Airfix 24th scale Harrier has been around since the early seventies. It was re-issued with new parts to allow it to be built as the FRS-1. For it's Size it is a basic kit, with basic detail in the cockpit, and other detail sacrificed for working features. I decided to have a go at updating my model. I got hold of Flightline's extensive etched set plus some resin parts from Heritage aviation. Heritage aviation's stuff was a big disappointment! Poor casting finish, rough surfaces, air bubbles and the mould were obviously past their best. The Intakes and wheels were all I used. The rest of the details were scratch built. I completely scratch built the ejector seat and I used the 2D etched part on the airwaves set for the nose undercarriage plumbing to make a 3D version from plastic card, rod and lead wire. The model was painted with Xtracolor enamels and the decals are the kits, representing a machine from 899 squadron during the Falklands war which had been involved in three shoot downs of Argentine aircraft. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GSymmonds Posted June 19, 2022 Share Posted June 19, 2022 Beautifully done! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST0RM Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 Beautiful giant Harrier!! The additional detail and weathering you added really turned out well. Congrats on a great model. -Jeff Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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