f4h1phantom Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 Wonder if any of you who was at Cosford the weekend before last took some pictures of the new Swordish in 1/72 that was on display at the Airfix stand. Would like to see what it looks like! A link could also do. Thanks in advance, Jorge.
Vulcanicity Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 I wasn't there and didn't see it, but I did manage to find this test shot on display at Nuremburg http://www.ipmsdeutschland.de/Ausstellunge.../Airfix_16.html Looks good!
Silver Fox Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 I saw the test shots at Waddington and though I didn't take any pictures it looks superb. A true 21st century kit.
The wooksta V2.0 Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 Should have "played the numbers"! http://www.ipmsdeutschland.de/Ausstellunge.../Airfix_17.html http://www.ipmsdeutschland.de/Ausstellunge.../Airfix_18.html Folding wing option?
Richard M Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 A couple of pictures from the Airfix stand at RIAT here; http://airfixtributeforum.myfastforum.org/about27819.html
crobinsonh Posted July 15, 2011 Posted July 15, 2011 Agreed - saw it at Yeovilton last week and was seriously impressed with the quality. Two built up models one with wings extended and one folded. Stunning rendition of a Swordfish to my mind.
f4h1phantom Posted July 16, 2011 Author Posted July 16, 2011 Many thanks all! That's what I wanted to see. Certainly looks quite good. Much appreciated, Jorge.
stevehnz Posted July 16, 2011 Posted July 16, 2011 If the rest of the kit is up to what we can see of the engine detail on the fully assembled test shot it'll be superb. Steve.
Vulcanicity Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 With this very thread in mind I took my camera and went to the Airfix stand for a nosey round at RIAT yesterday (anything to get out of the driving rain!). Test shots of two complete Swordfishes were on display: one with extended and one with folded wings. There was also a sprue of parts. While the former may have been waxy mock-ups (I didn't scratch them to find out!) the sprues look very much the real thing. I do not exaggerate if I say that Airfix's detail is now the equal of Tamiyagawa. Assuming this material is representative of the kit parts, Airfix really have surpassed themselves. Detail on bits like the radiator, machine gun, engine, and torpedo are exquisite. The panel lines are super-fine, a whole notch up even from recent releases like the Valiant/Sea Vixen. Assuming it's accurate, this will be by a country mile the best Swordfish in this scale. In other news, I also went to look at the Gnat. Although a simpler little aeroplane, I'd say the detail is the equal of that on the 'fish. It comes with beautifully fine blade aerials, pretty decent ejector seats, underwing fuel tanks (one damaged here) and sensually thin panel lines. I for one am very excited for the new releases!
Max Headroom Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 (edited) Oooh, I've gone all unecessary - these are definitely my bag. Any news on markings? If I'm interpreting your sprue shots correctly, the Swordfish fuselage is in three parts ie two sides and the underneath? Can't wait Trevor Edited July 17, 2011 by Max Headroom
thx6667 Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 The Gnat is so cool - one piece upper wing as well!
Andrew Jones Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 The Gnat is so cool - one piece upper wing as well! Does look very nice doesn't it, perhaps we can persaud Airfix to produce one in 1/48 as well.
f4h1phantom Posted July 17, 2011 Author Posted July 17, 2011 Many thanks for the pics Vulcanicity! That new kit looks really superb. And I am also waiting for the Gnat with great expectation. I want to build one in the colours of the original Airfix release. One piece upper wing? Just great! Cheers, Jorge.
Smiffy Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 I'm really diggin' the new releases from Airfix. In a time when most other manufacturers prices are rocketing, they're managing to bring out some great stuff at affordable prices. Their new Harrier is my favourite kit of the year so far. It looks great and comes complete with everything you need (weapons, Bols and Lerx), all in one neat package. I really hope they scale it up to 48th. Long may it continue.
stratcat Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 I do not exaggerate if I say that Airfix's detail is now the equal of Tamiyagawa.....I for one am very excited for the new releases! Indeed, they are things of beauty. I will be adding to the growing, airfix filled stash! Thanks for the pics.
f4h1phantom Posted July 17, 2011 Author Posted July 17, 2011 (edited) Vulcanicity, while studying your pictures, I noticed some "water" drops on the sprues: Don't you tell me you drooled all over them while taking the pictures!!! Jorge. Edited July 17, 2011 by f4h1phantom
Vulcanicity Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 No, I dripped not drooled, honest!! The weather that morning was wall-to wall foul, and I was actually so wet I couldn't help dripping all over the sprues. That said, I may have been drooling too... Yes, the 'fish has separate bottom and sides for the fuselage: I can only assume that this is due to separate warload options. (optional belly for torpedo?) Also note the interior framing provided separately for the cockpit, this is very promising! There was no indication of markings options, however one of the two Swordfishes on display had RPs under the wings, so that suggests a Mk. III is in the offing at some point as well as a Mk. I with torpedo. As for the Gnat, I can't see them missing the opportunity to do a Red Arrows version as this would be a seller, however I'm really hoping for the red/white scheme and particularly the dayglo/silver scheme. Here's anticipating!
Harry Lime Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 How did I miss these pics the first time round. They both look the nuts, and I don't think you're barking mad when you say that Airfix have really moved up to be the equal of Tamiyagawa. Thanks for posting these pics! Mark.
Navy Bird Posted July 31, 2011 Posted July 31, 2011 How did I miss these pics the first time round. They both look the nuts, and I don't think you're barking mad when you say that Airfix have really moved up to be the equal of Tamiyagawa. Thanks for posting these pics!Mark. I agree - and ahead of Revellogram and TrumpyBoss. Cheers, Bill
lufbramatt Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 No, I dripped not drooled, honest!! The weather that morning was wall-to wall foul, and I was actually so wet I couldn't help dripping all over the sprues. That said, I may have been drooling too...Yes, the 'fish has separate bottom and sides for the fuselage: I can only assume that this is due to separate warload options. (optional belly for torpedo?) Also note the interior framing provided separately for the cockpit, this is very promising! There was no indication of markings options, however one of the two Swordfishes on display had RPs under the wings, so that suggests a Mk. III is in the offing at some point as well as a Mk. I with torpedo. As for the Gnat, I can't see them missing the opportunity to do a Red Arrows version as this would be a seller, however I'm really hoping for the red/white scheme and particularly the dayglo/silver scheme. Here's anticipating! I would assume the separate bottom is due to moulding limitations- if the flat bottom was combined with the sides they wouldn't be able to mould any of the detail on the bottom panel (arrestor hook recess etc) without the part sticking in the mould. They could have used a slide (side action) on the mould but that would have still left a seam to clean up down the middle of the fuse. Looks like their solution puts the seam neatly on a panel break. Also looks like they have moulded the lower stub wing sections onto the fuselage bottom which should help avoid any alignment issues as the dihedral will be set in the right place. Don't think they were RP's, just 250lb GP bombs. A mk2 etc would need metal skinned lower wing parts.
miduppergunner Posted August 1, 2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Very nice - but for me it is also a tremendous pleasure is seeing Airfix producing such quality etc. I don't know how they rank in the "popularity stakes" with other manufacturers but certainly they should be encouraged. British and all that, apart from being richly deserved.
Work In Progress Posted August 16, 2011 Posted August 16, 2011 Does anyone know about release date? Some time this year, probably, but things have slipped over the year end before now and not for the last time I am sure. The Gnat is probably further along; not sure about the P-40B/C.
olda homola Posted August 19, 2011 Posted August 19, 2011 I´ve heard that P-40 should come out on September
le wombat agile Posted August 31, 2011 Posted August 31, 2011 I've just ahd a look at Airfix website and there was written that it's out of stock. I've checke many times on Hannnt's and I've never seen that was available. Where's the bug? Airfix swordfish
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