Keith Diamond Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 ah here it is. By Scooterman at the Whif Forum Whif Forum Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fireman Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 DAAAAMMMMMMMNNNNNNNNNN Too big for the family.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vesper Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 Thats the general story line I'm working on. Ive used all current or in development technology so it would be an off the shelf quick development and fielding AC Not 100% sure that the F-119 would fit but some internal airframe changes should fix that, and yes they have a 43000 lb thrust variant in the works for the Raptor so I borrowed it. May I suggest instead of the F119 or F135 the GE F110 - 132? If it can sling a blk. 60 around.... Ves Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radish Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 Whatan absolutely fabulous model. I really love the F-16 and the "Big Spine" ones with the conformal tanks are well, so, so good! Aircraft that have been "developed" with lots of lumps and bumps look so much more interesting. I'm "developing" a big-spine F-16D for the RAF at the moment. Your model is..... pure inspiration. Just terrific Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chappie Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 I've never been a fan of What-Ifs but this thing rocks!! Do a full article for Steve B. and forward one to Lockheed!! Very, very cool. I looked at the pictures first and thought that this thing should have at least 40,000lbs of thrust...then I saw the stats. PS- It that a frickin' laser beam under the nose??? Chappie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
volzj Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 It's such a beast it doesn't look like one engine would get it off the ground. Nice "what if" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
afterburner Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Dude, that build rocks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Walker Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Rich, You have too much time on your hands Sir...... :D Fantastic build, though! M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RedHeadKevin Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 That is a sweet looking airplane. I also like the lumpy new Vipers that are coming out. Somehow they look more aggresive and purposeful to me. The only thing I'd change about your build is the canards in the front. While they do give the plane a very cool look, I'm not sure the structure of the Viper could accomodate canards where you have them. Sure they look cool, but I'm not sure you could a.) beef up the structure enough, or b.) move all the black boxes there to make space for the mechanics. Don't get me wrong. This is a great looking airplane. I especially like how you handled the HTS pod. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IJ(UK) Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Rich, just wonderful build, sir. If you'd like to wander over to the What If web-site you will be made most welcome. Ian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spaced Marine Posted September 17, 2006 Share Posted September 17, 2006 Having seen this model person, I must say that is one of the most original, and well executed 'What ifs" I have ever seen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bullet101 Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 Dude that is one sweet looking bird! Amazing build. Looks like it came right out of some anime movie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AnthonyWan Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 holy batman :blink: is that the same thing as the 'F-16E/F' that i saw a picture of in Air Power Review once? or is it a completely different thing? Great job on it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
redgriffins38 Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 can i have one? Very COOL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BjornB17 Posted September 19, 2006 Share Posted September 19, 2006 Now all you need is some rims with spinners Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spaced Marine Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 I wonder how this idea would look in Isreali markings... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zactoman Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 I wonder how this idea would look in Isreali markings... (Posted with Rich's permission...) Absolutely Stunning work Rich Chris :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AceOfSpades Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 No, the E/F birds dont have the canards. Very nice build, I especially like it in Israeli colors! The only thing I don't really like is the weaponry, do you really think it could hump all that? And I would say this config puts the Slammer much too close to the HARM... But of course this doesn't alter the amazing look of your bird. GfS Ace Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Albert Moore Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 :( Wow, that looks absolutely killer in IDF/AF colors! Cheers, Alby Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radish Posted September 21, 2006 Share Posted September 21, 2006 This just gets better and better. The original F build was brilliant, and the Israeli jobbie compliments it perfectly. I'm (still) partway through my RAF "Big Spine" build....just the inspiration I need. :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
My AirFix Posted September 21, 2006 Share Posted September 21, 2006 Absolute Brilliant.... Please keep them coming, it's inspiring to share artpieces like this. Both work looked very consistant! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dave_b121 Posted September 21, 2006 Share Posted September 21, 2006 wow...how can you manage to build so much details?! absolutly amazing!! ...but: my opinion, too: that thing is ugly;)!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AnthonyWan Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Does BB make a Block 52 pit? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alex511 Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 absolutely..wonderful weatering and very original model..... ciao from italy..sicily alex Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScreamingEagles Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 (edited) Wooow!!! What a Viper!!! Superb!!! ;) Edited September 23, 2006 by ScreamingEagles Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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