DoogsATX Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 I've decided I need something to keep me sane while I work on the F-16. And I've decided that something will be Trumpy's Messerschmitt Me 262A-2a. The A-2a is similar to the A-1a, but outfitted for bombing. Most of them had two of their .30s removed and the gun apertures faired over. Haven't made too much progress yet - waiting on some aftermarket before I can really start to play. Eduard BIG ED set, Barracuda wheels, and some form of fabric seatbelts will be the extent of the AM on this one...the kit is really good as is. The initial test-fit is solid - one can definitely see shades of the 1/48 Hobby Boss Stormbird in this kit. Waiting for cockpit stuff, I did some tail work last night. LOVING the stabs on this thing. They may be the best fit I've ever experienced on any model kit. More to come...I've got big plans for this one, but I'm keeping those plans to myself for a bit longer! MARU5137, Martinnfb, Dany Boy and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Nice start Matt. I've got the A-1a kit in the stash, along with several of the Hasegawa and Revell kits. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this one! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imatt88 Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Doogs, This should be sweet! I have this kit as well. Looks sweet in the box... I will be using your WIP a reference.... Cheers, Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogsATX Posted November 22, 2013 Author Share Posted November 22, 2013 Nice start Matt. I've got the A-1a kit in the stash, along with several of the Hasegawa and Revell kits. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this one! Kev I've got the A-1a and B-1a in the stash, too, but found a scheme for this one I couldn't pass up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 I've got the A-1a and B-1a in the stash, too, but found a scheme for this one I couldn't pass up... Cool! I've been on the lookout for a cheap B-1a kit, but so far no luck. I've got two of the Revell 2-seaters, so I'm toying with the idea of kitbashing one of them with my remaining Hasegawa kit... Kev BGB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogsATX Posted November 26, 2013 Author Share Posted November 26, 2013 Not too much to report yet...still very much in the gathering steam phase. I got the engines built and test-fitted into their pods. Very nice, no complaints outside of the sheer waste of effort that detailing one of these would represent. Also got the cockpit elements painted RLM 66 last night. Basically Tamiya German Gray cut with a bit of Neutral Gray. I'm going to have a go with the kit IP rather than using the Eduard PE...and then just go with whichever comes out best. MARU5137 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywifehatesmodels Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 I think I saw this one lurking in the background in one of your other posts. I was tempted to ask about it. Good to see it has it's own thread, now. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spads57 Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Matt, Man you're certainly busy modeler. How many project do you have going now? The 262 is off to an outstanding start my friend. Keep ALL the great works. Highest Regards, Gregory Jouette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out2gtcha Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Cool..........nice start Matt. Is the fit on the gun covers on this kit the same as Trumpys other 262 kits? Edited November 28, 2013 by Out2gtcha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Peterpools Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Matt Test fit looks excellent and hopefully it will be clear sailing throughout the build. Keep 'em coming Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azgaron Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Very nice work so far Matt! Looking good! HÃ¥kan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogsATX Posted November 28, 2013 Author Share Posted November 28, 2013 Been poking at the If the past night or two. Definitely going with my effort over the Eduard PE. MARU5137, Mal_Belford and shepard 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJYL Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Really looking forward to this one!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Ron Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Your effort is stunning, I agree with your choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Excellent work Matt. You're making me want to tackle another 262 now! Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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