Australian Army Eurocopter TIGRE started.
Well guys. after 4 months of non action and lack of modeling desire. I went out on Thursday and bought 2 new kits.. First one was the Hasegawa 1/48 Super Hornet to be done in Australian RAAF markings. And also the Italeri 1/48 Eurocopter TIGRE kit..
On opening the kit, it is of the usual Italeri standard, but I have never seen this to be a problem, and have always managed to make decent models out of them. In saying that, right from the start I have noticed many differences with inspection.
I have decided not to purchase the upgrade kit for the Aus Army version, and will scratch the different parts as needed. I will also be doing the markings myself.
So far I built what is a pretty sparce cockpit, but as with most my kits, I dont spend alot of time on things that you simply cant see when the canope goes on. SO in saying that, I have the cockpit built installed, and the two body harlves together. Tomorrow I will begin sanding the seams and finishing the rest of the main structure also.
I will be painting it in the Australian Army 3 colour bush scheme, and would love to know what you guys would suggest for the unique green and tan mixes.. I also use Tamiya acrilics..
Lastly, where is a good source for Helicopter pilot figures in 1/48?.. Or does anyone have any that they are willing to part with.. For me, I just prefer figures to give the subject a little more believability..
The box..
Main pieces assembled.. Canope is sitting loosly.
Nose work needed for Aussie version.
Work needs to be done on detailing the cockpit.
Chris