Airfix Model World - Issue 141 - August 2022

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delighted to bring you superb build of Atlantic Models’ Humbrol’s enamel varnishes – the simplest of projects and
an exclusive build 1/350 HMS Peacock for those occasionally a tricky process – progressing from there.
of Airfix’s 1/35 K2/Y that prefer maritime subjects. and I’ve already spotted at least I hope you enjoy the issue...
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18 Intermediate Build – Charging ‘Rhino’
Tamiya’s newly tooled F-4B has excited modellers since its
announcement and Mike Williams was delighted to appraise this
latest addition to the 1/48 Phantom market
26 Out and About – Final Flourish
Milton Keynes model club held its longstanding ModelKraft event
for the first time since COVID-19 struck, but with this anticipated to
be the last-ever running, Stu Fone reports on a bittersweet event
30 Intermediate Build – Flying Banana Republic
Combining Italeri’s 1/72 Piasecki H-21 with a Whirlybird conversion
6666 set allows Andy Davies to give the ‘Flying Banana’ helicopter a
distinctly different appearance and proves an engaging project
40 The Next Step – Dispelling Enamel Myths
Continuing his series on decorating models effectively, Jay
Blakemore explains his preference for Humbrol enamel varnishes,
with techniques to get the best from these products
48 Out and About – Museum Wonders
With model shows firmly back up and running, a new event at the
de Havilland Museum was a welcome addition to the calendar
50 Intermediate Build – Hong Kong Corvette
Atlantic Models’ 1/350 HMS Peacock is examined by Toby Knight,
who situates his build of the hardworking Hong Kong Squadron
vessel in a convincing seascape
56 Out and About – We’re Back!
Model shows across the world are back in their stride – as Walter
Schlueter explains in his report from the first running of the North
Virginia Model Classic for two years
58 Exclusive Build – Katy
Famously operated by the then HRH Princess Elizabeth during
World War Two, the Austin K2/Y Ambulance is the subject of
Airfix’s newly tooled 1/35 kit in this test-shot build by Huw Morgan
8822
66 Basic Build – Habu of the Skies
One of the most hotly anticipated kits of the year makes Richard
Spreckley giddy at high altitude: the all-new quarter-scale
Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird from Revell
74 Basic Build – Fancy Fishbed
3300 Niklas Knutzén appraises Eduard’s 1/72 MiG-21PFM, finishing the
model with a striking three-colour Czech display scheme firmly
befitting the kit manufacturer’s home country
82 Basic Build – Sturmvogel on Steroids
‘What-if’ subjects lead to some unusual models – such as Amusing
Hobby’s 1/48 Me 262 HG III, with this bizarre possible development
of the jet fighter built by Garry Tobiss
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NEWS
BEAUTIFUL NEW ‘BRICK’
While the front and rear sections are split vertically, the middle is divided
horizontally, which has allowed Airfi x to incorporate the bomb bay with
remarkable detail
Exterior panel lines are rendered in engraved form, and these complement the There’s a mix of underwing pylons included, from early-style short chord items
way in which Airfi x has captured the Buccaneer’s compound curves. to the later broad chord versions, with adapter rails for TV- or anti-radar Martels
THIS YEAR has seen Airfix raising sought to maximise accuracy – challenges when reproducing the features to date, from the crisply
the bar when it comes to what comparing it with reference photos Buccaneer in scale form is the moulded vents/grilles and panel
modellers expect; while the all that appears to be missing is a slot fuselage, with its area-ruled surfaces lines to the various raised panels that
upcoming 1/24 Spitfire Mk.IXc has for the Dalton Navigational computer and sinuous curves. Airfix has taken found their way onto the Buccaneer
been the torchbearer so far, the (a circular slide rule for calculating a similar approach to its smaller-scale during its lifetime. Surface riveting is
firm’s newly tooled 1/48 Buccaneer wind drift). brethren, breaking the fuselage into restrained, and kept to those areas
S.2C/D is going to run it very close. Ejection seats are seven-piece sub- three main sections to allow accurate where it was really noticeable, even
Compared to what modellers assemblies, with harnesses rendering. This is particularly notable then, they are engraved finely.
expect from Airfix (even represented by decals. around the mid-section where the Those wanting to build different
recently) the ‘Brick’ will FIRST The clear frame supplies airframe blends with the engine variants are in for a treat as there are
blow them away. The a selection of canopies nacelles and the wings. two versions of tail cone airbrake
cockpit comprises LOOK and windscreens: This new kit features easily the included, with each having different
more than 30 parts the latter with/ best rendition of the type’s surface parts for open/closed units.
and captures the without a wiper blade
complicated, almost and the former with/
Heath-Robinson appearance without miniature detonating
of the full-size airframe faithfully, as cord along the glazed span. The
designers attempted to shoehorn in navigator’s windshield is included,
extra equipment to allow for more plus alternative long/short wingtips
advanced systems. Unlike other (just the former are required for Royal
recent offerings, there’s no choice for Navy machines), plus seeker heads
decals or raised relief – it’s actually for the TV-guided Martels.
a combination of the two as Airfix Arguably one of the biggest
There are three large bulkheads spanning the Buccaneer’s fuselage – the Early and late airframes are catered for on the clear frame, including long-
middle unit provides the exhaust ‘faces’ for the engines and rear undercarriage and short-span fi n tips plus options for main canopies with/without miniature
bay wall while acting as a spar for the inner wings detonating cord
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Staying with the exterior, and
while it wouldn’t be a ‘true’
Buccaneer kit without an option
for folded/lowered wings, Airfix’s
design has separate outer
wings and convincing wing-fold
mechanisms – ideal for those
with limited display space.
Similarly, the rendering of the
bomb bay is simply the best
representation yet seen, while
the undercarriage bays have
separate pipework to add to the Wings are supplied with separate outer sections to allow the modeller
inner walls and ‘ceilings’. to pose them in the raised or lowered confi guration; note the delicate
rivet detail and integrally moulded vortex generators
Neat touches abound, from the
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previously mentioned cockpit undercarriage legs correctly.
through to full-length intake There’s even a pair of well-
trunking and exhaust pipes, detailed crew access ladders for
while a blanking plate is included those wanting to pose the model
to protect the nosewheel bay with an open canopy, along with
during painting. Airfix has also blanking plates for the intakes
included early- and late-style and exhausts.
underwing pylons – the latter Four schemes are provided:
While some parts show
are broad chord and designed refi nement, the nosewheel is a • S .2D, XN981/026/R, 809 NAS,
for the Martel missiles, although faithful replica of the massive HMS Ark Royal, August 1978
they would also be employed structure on the real airframe • S .2C, XV162/232/H, 801 NAS, 0033883333 HHaawwkkeerr HHuunntteerr FFGGAA..99,, 11::114444
on RAF machines with an HMS Hermes, 1969
adapter rail to accommodate • S .2C, XV340/321 809 NAS,
Sea Eagle. Attention to detail is RNAS Lossiemouth, Scotland,
apparent in how the different 1970
pylon positions are incorporated • S 2C, XV867/611, 803 NAS,
into the lower wing panels, with RNAS Lossiemouth, Scotland,
the earlier configuration closer 1969
together and later version with Thoughtfully, Airfix has
the outboard hardpoint shifted matched a specific weapons
towards the wingtip. fit to each scheme, based 0033882255 CCHH--4477DD CChhiinnooookk,, 11::114444
The wheels are rendered In another neat touch, there on historical photographs of
are crew access ladders for both
faithfully as weighted items, the Buccaneer in Royal Navy
pilot and navigator provided that RREEVVEELLLL AACCCCEESSSSOORRIIEESS
and Airfix has captured the capture the originals’ robust and service, with a choice of Martels
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massive structure of the main ‘homemade’ appearance faithfully (just on S.2Ds), 2in rocket pods
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plus underwing or bomb-bay
aanndd aallll ggoooodd ssttoocckkiissttss
loads of 1,000lb bombs. The kit’s
full weapons provision is:
• 2 x TV-guided Martel
• 1 x Martel TV-guidance datalink
• 2 x Martel AS.37
• 2 x 2in rocket pods (labelled as
Matra pods)
• 2 x ‘short’ Slipper fuel tanks
• 4 x 1,000lb retarded bombs
• 4 x 1,000lb free-fall bombs
Gone are the days of conventional tubs for Buccaneer kits, with
Airfi x’s cockpit replicating the type’s asymmetrical appearance Bomb attachment mounts
are included for the rotary bay,
along with all the pipework
(supplied as separate parts) and
alternative pylons for TV and
radar-guided Martels – curiously,
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full sets of each (four pylons)
ssttoocckkiissttss aanndd oonnlliinnee ffrroomm
are supplied. This is a feast of
weaponry, with plenty of spares
for 1/48 Jaguars, Harriers and
Tornados. It’s easily the best kit
yet of Blackburn’s Buccaneer,
Pairs of radar- and TV-guided Martels (just the former are shown) are
provided; these have an unusual construction, with airframe halves plus and likely to be hugely
upper and lower wing/fi n units and an insert for the nozzles popular with modellers.
hobbycraft.co.uk/brand/revell
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ALL-NEW NAKAJIMA ‘GALE’
ARMA HOBBY’S new 1/72 Nakajima integrally moulded hand-hold to aid
Ki-84 Hayate (70051) comes hot on attachment. Generously, markings
the heels of its previous P-51B and for six liveries are provided; the
F4F Wildcat products and is easily decals themselves are in register,
as good, if not better in places. super thin and have gloss carrier
This first boxing is an Expert Set, film – full stencilling is provided
so comes with additional along with optional colour wing
photo-etched (PE) brass walkways. Four of the
parts and tape masks for airframes wear green
FIRST
the glazing and wheels. over grey (different
A thoughtful example of LOOK shades), one is overall
design is the provision bare metal and the
of two different cockpit other has large patches
surround parts – one for a of green mottle over
closed canopy, the other for natural metal.
open – and the glazing comes in As 1/72 kits of World War Two
three sections. aircraft go, they don’t get much
Wing racks are present to hang better than this. Arma Hobby is to
fuel tanks, 250kg bombs or 100kg be congratulated on the standard of
bombs – these last stores each its moulding. This item costs €24.58
have a two-fin piece with an direct from: www.armahobby.com
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NEWS |Latest updates
‘GHOST OF KYIV’ FULCRUM
UKRAINIAN KIT manufacturer
ICM has returned to its
premises in the nation’s capital,
and it has enabled the firm to
release a topical 1/72 MiG-29.
Shortly after the Russian
invasion, stories began to
emerge from Ukraine regarding
a potential ace fighter pilot
known as the ‘Ghost of Kyiv’.
A photograph duly appeared
showing a spectral skull motif
and three ‘tryzub’ Ukrainian
tridents as ‘kill’ markings on the
nose of a MiG-29S Fulcrum-C.
It eventually emerged that
the purported ‘Ghost’ wasn’t
an individual pilot, rather tone scheme easily), while the This offers five different
the moniker was more of a other provides generic code shades plus a bottle of satin
collective, morale-boosting term numbers in three styles. National varnish, if you wish to render
for all Ukrainian aviators flying in insignia, stencils, that all- the current ‘digital’ camouflage
defence of their homeland. important ‘Ghost’ motif and the in paint rather than decals,
In an unsurprisingly patriotic trident markings are supplied. with help from masks by fellow
move, ICM has issued a special While it may not have the Ukrainian firm Foxbot
1/72 ‘Ghost of Kyiv’ boxing refinement of more modern (www.foxbot.com.ua).
(72140), offering the firm’s MiG- kits, ICM’s Fulcrum is still a ICM will donate 50% of the
29 9-13 tooling from 2008 and viable option – this boxing is profits to the Armed Forces
two new decal sheets. One particularly emotive and begs of Ukraine.
carries sections of ‘digital-style’ to be purchased. Note, ICM has The kit costs just £16, with it
camouflage (allowing modellers also produced an accompanying and the paint set both available
to replicate this complex four- acrylic paint set (3027) for £6.60. from: www.hannants.co.uk
ALL-NEW SOVIET KV-2
IN WHAT was almost an Features that impress plus poly-caps allow for
inevitable move, Tamiya has immediately include splendid elevation/depression of
amended its 2020-tooled cast texture, beautifully fine the main gun – another
1/35 KV-1 tank to KV-2 status. turret race teeth, and two neat feature is the 152mm
The former product was a well-rendered crew figures. A howitzer’s muzzle. While
smashing kit, but has now driver is posed to stand with it’s not completely hollow
been used as a basis for the an arm resting on the upper through to the barrel, it does
new offering (35375) – this decking, while the commander have visible rifling.
marries the hull, running gear is holding a map board. Markings-wise, the decal
and tracks from the KV-1 with Link-and-length tracks are sheet carries just Balkenkreuz
a new rendering of the KV-2’s pre-shaped with sagging for a captured whitewashed
huge casemate-style turret. between the return rollers, vehicle operated by the
German Wehrmacht, and a
‘4’ on a white diamond for
the rear turret hatch of an
unidentified Soviet machine
in overall green.
Altogether, this is a fine
upgrade and due to the
inclusion of such well-
rendered styrene figures,
makes the KV-2 a great
option for dioramas. The kit
costs £44.99 and is available
via The Hobby Company
(www.hobbyco.net)
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ALL-NEW MID-LIFE UPDATE VIPER
HELLDIVER
PAINTING AIDS
attachment system, which uses
magnets to allow ordnance to DEAD DESIGN Models has
be swapped – no more awkward released four bespoke self-
locating pins! As the accompanying adhesive paint mask sets for
CAD images attest, detail is first Infinity Models’ recent 1/32
rate: from a busy undercarriage Curtiss Helldiver.
bay to well-appointed cockpit. If you’ve taken the plunge
Kinetic’s practice of offering a with the large-scale SB2C-4
wide selection of weapons is from Infinity (a sub-brand of
continued; the kit includes AIM- Czech firm HpH), you’ll be
9X Sidewinder, AIM-120 AMRAAM, interested in these masks
AGM-88 HARM, GBU-24 Paveway – notably for the extensive
III and GBU-49 Enhanced Paveway canopy flazing. They include
II bombs, GBU-31 JDAM and AN/ options for markings, visual
AAQ-14 LANTIRN targeting pod. interest and the usual areas
Subsequent boxings will include requiring covering.
markings for Portuguese, Romanian The first set, VM32 041
KINETIC SUPRISED and Norwegian and Dutch airframes, and Italian Vipers, and a Block 15 (€8.27), provides self-adhesive
delighted many modellers with including examples deployed to Air Defense Fighter variant is also vinyl masks for the ‘star and
its announcement of a newly Estonia (as part of Air Policing in the pipeline. bar’ national insignia plus
tooled 1/48 F-16A Fighting Falcon, Baltic States operations) and Kinetic’s F-16A MLU NATO Viper templates for the different
representing a quantum leap in Afghanistan (in support of NATO is set to retail for just US$39.99; fuselage numbers on Infinity’s
quality over its previous offerings. operations). It also introduces further information can be found at: decal sheet (‘15’ and ‘207’).
Its F-16A MLU NATO Viper the firm’s all-new MagFire stores www.luckymodel.com Set SM32 007 (€9.36) offers
(48100) highlights just how far an interesting method, in
the company has come in just that it provides vinyl ‘Optical
14 years in terms of quality. This Illusion’ masks for the control
new generation tooling depicts surfaces – the rudder, ailerons
a Block 20 airframe after the and elevators. The idea is
NATO-wide Mid-Life Update (MLU) to sand the kit surfaces flat,
programme. It features superbly apply the masks to the painted
engineered assembly (reducing surface and airbrush a highly
the need for sanding), an accurate diluted and darkened version
shape based on General Dynamics of the previous colour to add
documents and stunning Cartograf- more visual depth.
printed decals for Belgian, Danish, Pack UC32 007 (€5.49) has
a pair of vinyl undercarriage
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bay masks, while VM32 020
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CRÉCY’S NEW hardback study of the Saturn IB and how it paved the activity/flight operations are not array of kabuki tape masks
NASA’s Saturn IB rocket is a sublime way for Saturn V. Helpful too are the ignored either. for the Helldiver’s capacious
reference for space modellers. glossary and the abbreviations guide. Modellers don’t just benefit from cockpit glazing.
Airfix’s 1/144 Saturn IB rocket was An overview of Saturn I and the descriptive text, as the All are available direct from:
first released in 1970 and has since IB missions is also supplied, in illustrations and images offer a www.deaddesignmodels.com
been re-issued twice, while there chronological order, and pre-flight wealth of visual detail – especially
have been two resin kits from throughout Section 2, which has all
Real Space in the same scale, and manner of visual cues on different
Dragon is supposedly primed to NASA launch vehicles, such as the
release a 1/72 version. Mercury Redstone.
This new, weighty, hardback tome And with so much information being
comprises 384 pages and is penned provided, you will be better armed if
by former NASA rocket scientist choosing to perform corrective work
David Baker, who worked on the or add extra embellishment as part of
Apollo programmes, and tells the your build(s).
complete story of the first Apollo Note that no two Saturn vehicles
launch vehicle. were exactly the same structurally.
In terms of understanding the This lavishly illustrated work is
subject via myriad NASA technical terrific value at just £27, and a
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