V-2 in 1/48 scale or larger?

Just an idea.

You could go to RALPH CURRELL GRAPHICS . NET  and get a very nice free card model of the V2 rocket or V1 buzz bomb in 1:32 scale. These models as well as several others are free , all you need is some card stock and a printer. You can print the model in camo or test pattern scheme.The test pattern paint scheme was designed to monitor to rotation of the rocket as it lifted off. The instructions for these models are very good,very clear step by step. The model of the V2 is about 17 inches tall. Some modelers have even added Estes rocket motors to these models and launched them.

One thing I like about these models , if you mess up you can always print out another part. If I had a camera ( after Christmas) I wound show you the camo V2 and launch platform ,also included as a free model that I built. I really like building plastic models but was unable to find plastic models in some subjects I had an interest, or the price for the model was $$$$$. Because of these factors I added paper models to my plastic construction.

Model construction is great in plastic or paper. It's All Good.

Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year to all

People on the Forum are Super

Best Regards

Ralph Williams

Mauve did one in 1/48 scale a while back and Dragon did one in 1/35 scale in the 90s.

http://www.postwarv2.com/modelkits/mauvev2.html

And a Verner Von Braun.

Estes and Imex Made large V-2's. Like the Mauve and possibly dragon kit they are oop at the moment.

Max Bryant

The Revell History Makers V-2 was in 1/54th.  It's sitting on my shelf waiting to be built :)

-Ro

dcaponeII wrote:

Roll Models has a 1/48 scale V-2 listed by Pegasus models.  No photo is available so I don't know how it compares to the Mauve kit in 1/48.  If you can get hold of the Mauve kit I recommend it but take care with the 4 fuselage sections.  The launch stand is worth the kit.

Thanks for all the input!!!

I picked up the Condor kit in 1:72nd scale on e-bay, because I was getting nowhere in finding the Mauve kit. 

Then Persephones_Dream pm'd me about the Dragon kit available on e-bay and I picked that up as well!

I guess it was the Revell kit that I had when I was younger.  It had the launch stand and the wheeled transporter as well.  I tried to get that from ebay, but I didn't win that auction.  Maybe I'll have to try my hand at scratchbuilding and make the transporter for the Dragon kit.

Anyway, thanks again for all the input !!!!!!!!

I picked up a Pegasus 1/48 V-2. I think it looks pretty nice and will look good painted up. I can't directly compare it to the Mauve I own as it is lost in the depths of my collection.

I think for 9.00 you should give it a try.

Max Bryant

I saw the Pegasus model this weekend at the club meeting.  The fit is ok but the panel lines look more like those 21st century toys than a model.  I'd suggest you look for the Mauve kit as it is far superior.  The white metal launch platform is a kit in itself and makes the model all by itself.

The Pegasus toy comes with a plastic launch platform.

dcaponeII wrote:

I saw the Pegasus model this weekend at the club meeting.  The fit is ok but the panel lines look more like those 21st century toys than a model.  I'd suggest you look for the Mauve kit as it is far superior.  The white metal launch platform is a kit in itself and makes the model all by itself. The Pegasus toy comes with a plastic launch platform.

I agree that the Pegasus detail may look a little heavy. I think under a coat of paint it will look fine. I agree the Mauve kit has finer detail but you are comparing a kit that retailed for 75.00 over a decade ago to one that retails now for under 10.00. also a kit aimed at the model artisan to a snap tite aimed for the beginner.

Pick your poison.

Max Bryant 

Hi all, 

I haven't seen mentioned yet the Accurate Armor monster.  It is still listed on their website as available, albeit expensive.  Here is the description of the kit from V2rocket.com:

V-2 with launch table (Resin) Accurate Armor's kit is quite expensive compared to Revell or Dragon, but it is better. It consists of a three-piece V-2 missile with separate fins; resin, metal, and plastic parts; and Accurate Armour touts, "it is the only 1/35 scale model of V-2 that is the correct shape." Also included are a correct standard pattern mobile firing platform and blast deflector, and a lightweight resin scenic base with steel ribbed foundation plate, 40cm tall. Photos at left: this kit is very detailed and heavy!

The Accurate Armor site lists it at about 72 UKP. 

The direct link to the kit is:  http://www.accurate-armour.com/ShowProduct.cfm?manufacturer=0&category=15&subcategory=19&product=421

If anyone has experience with this kit, I would love to hear more about it.

Cheers, Rick 

Here is my short review if the Pegasus kit.

I bought the V-2 and am building it right now. Someone, elsewhere said it looks like a 21st Century kit and that is an about accurate description. It has recessed panel lines and rivets which I personally do not think are too thick nor overdone. Certainly no heavier than a Trumpeter kit! The dark olive plastic itself, is thick and the finish I believe is what they call vapor honed. That means it is not glass smooth but slightly textured. If you ever have seen the 21st Century kits or the Pro-Modeler P-47N, you will know what I mean. I believe that everything once a primer coat is applied will look just fine. I know for under 10.00 I think it is a steal as your only other alternative is the long OOP Mauve kit, that sold for almost 80.00 a decade or more ago!

The kit consists of two upper main and two lower main rocket body halves. There is a thick ring with nubs around its diameter that connects the upper half to the bottom half. This ring represents the area on the real V-2 that was slotted (could be vents?) a foot or so above the tailfins. Looks very convincing when all built up. Then there are four Tailfins, a nosecap, a small air scoop, and a piece that would suggest the rocket motor, which basically is a blanking plate so you cannot see up inside the rocket. Then there is the three piece portable launch stand. You get a set of stickers (remember the target audience for this kit) and you also get a small waterslide decal sheet with 4 decals that are the WK.No. for an actual machine.
Overall I think this kit should not be ignored. I already have bought a second, even though I do own an unbuilt Mauve kit. 

Cheers,
Max Bryant