Trumpeter 1/48 C-47 "42-24046" Complete!

[Drew T.]

Hi everyone!  My Trumpeter C-47 is finally complete.  See below link for the in progress thread:

 

 

 

All in all, it feels like I didn’t use about 1/3 of the parts in the kit due to them being inaccurate.  Even though it’s much newer than the Monogram/Revell offering, it’s probably less accurate, so it’s really a toss up as to which is better.  Although I’m happy with the result, I’m glad to have this project over with.   Just don’t ask me to build another 😝

 

After my last in-progress post, I added all the antennas and drain ports on the underside.  The antenna wiring under the nose was a real PITA to add, but I think it looks ok in the end.  The wiper blades and de-icer piping on the cockpit windows was made from stretched sprue.  It was also a nightmare to attach without damaging the clear windows.  I deliberately positioned the right and left wiper blades in different positions since they seem to usually be positioned that way in photos.

 

Anyway, on to the pics!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84Kqa56A6E5ZgBekmmkNfgignUA_I6ptzQrDdaNWYwY_DwiN-NM7AfHrhzDWu_tQ71MXj_39Y3l4xFgMyKJs82QkiXhXPz6gmHQtvyKKY14Lq877kFjAJc_Bb_8Vp5lplwxF5TF1Cu_td2-9xSjs26RBA=w1490-h790-s-no-gm?authuser=0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks for looking!

 

Drew

[cruiz]

Excellent job; the chosen scheme is very interesting and eye-catching, to say the least; the finish you achieved is on par with the outstanding construction.

Congratulations, and thanks for sharing the end result and the progress; it was inspirational and teaching.

 

Regards

[Cubs2jets]

Yeah, what he said!!

 

It's been a pleasure watching this build.  Can't wait to see it in real life!

 

C2j

[RichB63]

Super impressive build…quality work through and through!

 

Rich

[A-10 LOADER]

So impressive, especially seeing all those little details you had to make. It all adds up to one fantastic build, congrats Drew on another masterpiece to add to your model cabinet.

Steve

[phantom]

Very nice!

[Sodasorb]

Great to see the entire process and then see this fantastic result.  

[Drew T.]

Thanks so much everyone!

[chukw]

Magnificent in every way. Those engines, the wheel wells, camo and markings- it's entirely enviable! Thanks for posting the process- I've picked up some tips- cheers!

[Drew T.]

Wow, thanks Chuck!

[AD-4N]

Superb paint job.  Amazing craftsmanship.  

[janman]

What an impressive model! Very meticulously detailed and with a beautiful finish.

[Drew T.]

Thanks so much for the kind words guys!

[Janissary]

Incredible build. Just layers upon layers of excellence. 

[Cubs2jets]

As a Douglas DC-3 / C-47 nut, I really enjoyed Drew's build.  Last night I felt lucky to see this build in person at our monthly Club meeting.  As good as the pictures are, they just don't do his work justice.  The detail work Drew added, the insane riveting detail, the corrections made and - of course - the fantastic effort getting the faded paint work juuuust right make this an IPMS Nationals strong contender.

 

Just WOW!!

 

C2j

[Drew T.]

Thanks Janissary and John!!!

[11bee]

Truly amazing job.  Scale modeling at its finest.    What’s up next to build?

[Drew T.]

On 5/21/2024 at 10:51 PM, 11bee said:

Truly amazing job.  Scale modeling at its finest.    What’s up next to build?

Thanks!  I'm working on a Z-M F-4E right now.  Here's the link for the progress thread:

 

Drew