rob Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 As the title says really, what Saab Viggen kits are available? I'd like to do one in the splinter camo. preferably in 48th, but has anyone ever done a 32nd one?
Giorgio N Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 If you want 1/48 you have two options: the old esci kit and... the old esci kit reissued by airfix. There's been no other 1/48 Viggen ever. And there's never been any in 1/32. Mind that there were boxes for both the AJ37 and JA37 versions of the Viggen. The splinter camouflage was mainly used on the AJ attack version (and the recce ones) and only on few JA (this is the fighter version). However Esci did not modfy the fuselage length for the JA (that is longer), so you can still use any box as a starting point for any version.
Julien Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 To trick your 1/48 kit out there is; Neomega resin cockpit, or 2 seat conversion, http://www.neomega-resin.com/viggen.htm also from 2 mikes there are; http://www.twomikesresin.com/ 48010 Saab Viggen Intake Cover 48019 Saab Viggen Corrected Foreplanes 48020 Saab Viggen Corrected Vertical Stab There were some nice decals from 2 Bobs but I think they are long OOP Julien
Jennings Heilig Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 And keep in mind that the "JA" version is not a JA. It's an AJ in a new box with an inaccurate gun pod for the belly. The AJ has a longer fuselage than the JA. The 1970s ESCI (now Airfix) kit is LONG over due for replacement. The Viggen is one of the cooler airplanes to come along IMHO, and even though the camouflage is a PITA, I still think it would sell well in the guise of a new technology kit like Hasegawa's Draken family. I don't expect it, but it would be nice. J
Av8fan Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 (edited) There are also Gator Masks ipms review gator mask site I agree with Jennings. A very cool airplane. Way past time for a new one. 1/32 would be brilliant! Edit - The TwoMikes parts are very nice. Get them while you can. There is also Maestro Models Viggen bits the engine fan face is a lovely piece of casting. Can you tell I really like this plane? Edited December 20, 2010 by Av8fan
AnonymousER99 Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 a 1/32 injection moulded kit is in the works now. No idea as the wen it will be released though.
dahut Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Mike @ Two Mikes Resin said: a 1/32 injection moulded kit is in the works now. No idea as the wen it will be released though. Oh, sure, go straight to the 1/32. Jennings is usually right and I suspect this time is no different. A new-tool, 1/48 Lightning Bolt appears unlikely any time soon.
Matt Roberts Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Mike @ Two Mikes Resin said: a 1/32 injection moulded kit is in the works now. No idea as the wen it will be released though. ummm.....interesting
Col. Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Mike @ Two Mikes Resin said: a 1/32 injection moulded kit is in the works now. No idea as the wen it will be released though. Ooh! That'll a fairly substantial item once finished. So are Two Mikes branching out into full injection moulded kits or are you privy to someone elses forthcoming release and preparing resin to suit Mike?
AnonymousER99 Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Col. said: Ooh! That'll a fairly substantial item once finished. So are Two Mikes branching out into full injection moulded kits or are you privy to someone elses forthcoming release and preparing resin to suit Mike? I am helping do some of the research and development of the kit(s) and once done in 1/32 I have been told that they will 99% likely be scaled down to 1/48. Why else do you think I am discontinuing the Viggen bits from the Two Mikes line?
Av8fan Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Wow! thanks Mike for letting us know. I will have one of each scale for sure. I guess it is a while off, but, I am so looking forward to these! thanks from your fellow modellers for kicking in the R&D help.
jenshb Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 The overall best Viggen kit is the Heller 1:72. Maestro Models in Sweden (available from Rebell hobby) make some nice accessories for it. The Heller JA kit still isn't a proper JA as it retains the fuselage length of the AJ/SH/SF/Sk37. A new 1:32 kit...Trumpeter/Hobbyboss? Jens
Jon Freeman Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Fantasy Printshop/Eurodecals produce some Viggen markings etc too http://www.fantasyprintshop.co.uk/Euro-Decals_B213SB.aspx Jon
AnonymousER99 Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 jenshb said: A new 1:32 kit...Trumpeter/Hobbyboss? at this point I am not at liberty to say as the project is still early in the development. Once I get the green light I will keep everyone updated. Cheers Mike
Matt Roberts Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Can you put in a good word for us quarter scalers?
AnonymousER99 Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Matt Roberts said: Can you put in a good word for us quarter scalers? See my post above matt. If the kit is successful there is a 99% chance it (they) will be scaled down. Mike
jenshb Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Mike @ Two Mikes Resin said: at this point I am not at liberty to say as the project is still early in the development. Once I get the green light I will keep everyone updated. Cheers Mike Please tell them not to mess up the canopy and keep the "divots" away:) Jens
Giorgio N Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Mike @ Two Mikes Resin said: See my post above matt. If the kit is successful there is a 99% chance it (they) will be scaled down. Mike Now would it be asking too much to scale it even further in 1/72 ? Of course if the 1/48 one is succesfull...
Rob P Posted December 20, 2010 Posted December 20, 2010 Giorgio N said: Now would it be asking too much to scale it even further in 1/72 ? Of course if the 1/48 one is succesfull...
Col. Posted December 21, 2010 Posted December 21, 2010 So we've got a wee while to make a nice big hole in the stash for a 32nd scale Viggen sized box?
Antoine Posted December 21, 2010 Posted December 21, 2010 Just check Rebell to have an overall look about what have been done for the Viggen.
rob Posted December 21, 2010 Author Posted December 21, 2010 (edited) Mike thanks for the info regarding the upcoming IM 32nd Viggen, I think i'll wait for that one i'll start looking for research material then, but I really want to do the Splinter camo... I know you cant really give any firm details, but do you think we'll see it in 2011? Regards Rob NB as ever, thanks Guys for your input,. keep it coming Edited December 21, 2010 by rob
jenshb Posted December 21, 2010 Posted December 21, 2010 Just out of curiosity, I decided to add up the price of all aftermarket items that would contribute to making an accurate Attack or JaktViggen in 1:48, and ended up at around £150, not including decals or the kit itself... An Sk37 two-seater would look refreshingly different, but would add about £50 to that though... Jens
Giorgio N Posted December 21, 2010 Posted December 21, 2010 Rob, if you're looking for references have a look at the AirDoc book on the Viggen, it's very good.
sinistervampire319 Posted December 21, 2010 Posted December 21, 2010 What happened to the Aerofax book!? That's what I want to know.
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