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Airfix 1/48 Lightning F2a /F6; in box review
Topic Started: Jan 13 2012, 05:48 PM (1,875 Views)
Mark M
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well she arrived this morning thanks to RAM Models

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as we all know this is a re pop of the classic aircraft kit, but WOW its a good one, the kit looks a good moulding by modern standards

so on to the Kit

THE BOX - a nice new red topped box (which is in the tray style!) with 3 flying hours

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the instructions follow there normal format giving paint call outs in humbrol, the instructions include the 3 COLOUR plans for markings

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English Electric Lightning F.2A. No.92 Squadron, Royal Air Force Germany, 1972

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English Electric Lightning F.6 No.11 Squadron, Royal Air Force Binbrook, 1978

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English Electric Lightning F.6 No.5 Squadron, Royal Air Force Binbrook, 1987

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then there is the decal sheet, in good register and looks fantastic, not to thick

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there are 4 grey sprue's of plastic with very little flash considering its age

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the detailed recessed panels are good

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and lastly a clear sprue

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IN CONCLUSION

i cant wait to build this kit, the decals are magnificent, considering there weren't many bright schemes for the f6 / F2a airfix have chose well, so lets hope they re release the F1/F1a/F2/F3 kit soon
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Walrus
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Agree about the markings chosen Mark
I might try and get one at some point to do the F2 version
Might have to build the one in the stash first though
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Mark M
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i intend to build the 92 sqn one to go with a 92 sqn hawk i made last year

so if you need the spare decals

which one do you have?
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Walrus
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etch bender
Have the previous F2/6 boxing
Thanks for the offer Much appreciated B)
will let you know
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Daz Greenwood
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The voices told me to do it!
I must get one of these. The frightning is mum's favourite aircraft :whistle
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Although I want one or two I cant help but think Im going to have to visit Neomega for a new tub as they are pretty basic on these.

Apart from that, for an old'ish mould they still look quite nice.

Thanks for the review Mark as it reminded me I was supposed to pick these up :lol:

So much for my kit ban (after my post crimbo blow out) :(
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LCDR Tony `Banana's` Clay
Great review Mark. Will be looking forward to the build. :cool
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Mark M
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you wait TC ive ordered a 74sqn sheet, she going to be a TIGER!!!
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Jan 16 2012, 09:04 AM
you wait TC ive ordered a 74sqn sheet, she going to be a TIGER!!!

Same here. I've got one in the stash which I intend to do for my dad as a 74sqn example, as we were in Singapore with them in the late 60's/early 70's.

Also it'll mean getting some Alclad and trying that out
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Mark M
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im thinking of doing that next


got my alclad

excemt the primer, cos relish didnt pack it, but im sure graham will sort it
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Lt. Pete 'Barracuda' Ashcroft
I do like the look of that

might have to go on my birthday list :lol:

pete
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Mark M
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the build thread will be here!

http://z15.invisionfree.com/Mainly_Militar...wtopic=1623&hl=
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Even though I had a few doubts about this kit I took the plunge and picked up a couple. I needn't have worried as the mould is very crisp with nice panel lines.

I have ordered two aires resin tubs for them but other than that Im looking forward to doing them. I really like the blue scheme on the box top as well as the cammo so I will probably do one of each :D

Im just glad I waited for a re release as I wouldnt have paid the £40-70 price tag on evilbay for them. £29 is much better :D
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