You can go Tamiyausa.com site and find the Lancaster kit. Some have links for the manual guide that you can print out in English version. It can't be any different than the old one you have compared to the Lancaster kits of today.

BlackSheepTwoOneFour

You can go Tamiyausa.com site and find the Lancaster kit. Some have links for the manual guide that you can print out in English version. It can't be any different than the old one you have compared to the Lancaster kits of today.

 

Toshi

Looking forward to your build as always, Toshi.

Oh, and I havent seen/sniffed model cement in decades. Good one! lol

You can find multilingual instructions here: http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10176188

Phil_H

You can find multilingual instructions here: http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10176188

 

 

Toshi

allan

Looking forward to your build as always, Toshi.

 

Oh, and I havent seen/sniffed model cement in decades. Good one! lol

 

Toshi

Cool, this should be interesting, as you said a real classic kit there. And unlike an American heavy bomber the RAF painted their planes so no annoying NM finish. Plus those Eduard masks should make the masking much, much, easier. 

The decals looks usable though I don't think I'd try using that plastic cement!

Hmm, considering the apparent age of the kit, it might be a good idea to get hold of some Microscale Liquid Decal Film (or something similar) as a precaution in case the decals break up when they hit the water.

Wow, nice old kit of a clasic bomber.

Gamera

Cool, this should be interesting, as you said a real classic kit there. And unlike an American heavy bomber the RAF painted their planes so no annoying NM finish. Plus those Eduard masks should make the masking much, much, easier. 

The decals looks usable though I don't think I'd try using that plastic cement!

 

Toshi

Phil_H

Hmm, considering the apparent age of the kit, it might be a good idea to get hold of some Microscale Liquid Decal Film (or something similar) as a precaution in case the decals break up when they hit the water.

 

Toshi

modelcrazy

Wow, nice old kit of a clasic bomber.

 

Toshi

Beware of the engine nacelles to wing fit. I recall having to use quite a bit of filler on all four engines.

It is a very nice kit if you take your time and  don't mind raised panel lines

Phil_H

Hmm, considering the apparent age of the kit, it might be a good idea to get hold of some Microscale Liquid Decal Film (or something similar) as a precaution in case the decals break up when they hit the water.

AND probably get a high-resolution scan of the sheets, just in case you have to print them on new film.  Good luck, should be fun!

Gene Beaird,
Pearland, Texas

The fuselage windows were a feature of the early Lancs & were deleted in later production runs.

J.H. Primm

Beware of the engine nacelles to wing fit. I recall having to use quite a bit of filler on all four engines.

It is a very nice kit if you take your time and  don't mind raised panel lines

 

Toshi

CrashTestDummy

 

 

Phil_H

Hmm, considering the apparent age of the kit, it might be a good idea to get hold of some Microscale Liquid Decal Film (or something similar) as a precaution in case the decals break up when they hit the water.

 

 

 

AND probably get a high-resolution scan of the sheets, just in case you have to print them on new film.  Good luck, should be fun!

Gene Beaird,
Pearland, Texas

 

Toshi

Timdude

Tohsi, I don't know my British bombers that well but the shot of the fuselage seems to me to have a lot of windows in it. I know the Brits made a airliner version of the Lancaster, could this kit represent that or does this version have that many windows? Tim

 

Toshi

Phil_H

The fuselage windows were a feature of the early Lancs & were deleted in later production runs.

 

Toshi

lawdog114

Should be a good one. I sent you a PM about the instructions.

 

Toshi

The last several days were beautiful!  The weather here is now sunny and at a cool 70 degrees.  This is a perfect scenario to go outside on the patio to AB a kit.  I've had the chance to primer the Lancaster.  Please see below for a progress report.

Toshi

There are so many windows, the Lancaster looks like a 747.  LOL!

Of all the planes I have painted, I think the Lancaster was by far the most fun.  Maybe it was the thought that black, instead of white or light gray, wasn't so intimidating.  Have fun Toshi.

scottrc

Of all the planes I have painted, I think the Lancaster was by far the most fun.  Maybe it was the thought that black, instead of white or light gray, wasn't so intimidating.  Have fun Toshi.

 

Toshi

Im sure it was a great day. Your build looks extra-inspired.  

I have built many an airfix lancaster in 1/72nd still have one its old decals are yellowed but I cant git rid of it .this kit in 1/48 wow and yes its 01:41 cant sleep !

allan

Im sure it was a great day. Your build looks extra-inspired.  

 

Toshi

crown r n7

I have built many an airfix lancaster in 1/72nd still have one its old decals are yellowed but I cant git rid of it .this kit in 1/48 wow and yes its 01:41 cant sleep !

 

Toshi

To my fellow forum members,

Please excuse my ignorance, as I thought this is a cool bomber to build.  I had little next to no knowledge of this aircraft.  After reading about it, I must say that the Lancaster was one of the most important allied aircraft of all time.  I also found out that this is Tamiya's original first of the series, hence the Japanese instructions.  

I also read that this kit was reissued with new molds.  This newer release comes with a painted canopy glass.  I thought that was a great idea.  They actually look great!  

Well, I made very little progress yesterday and into the evening.  It took me that long to use the Eduard mask.  I must say, I had fun and it was exciting to see it's transition.  That's something no one can ever take away from me, unless Tamiya pre-paints the canopies.  LOL!  Here are the front and rear turret assembly.  Thank you so much in advance for visiting my Lancaster thread!

Toshi

If I may add, I would like to reiterate that I am almost clueless of the Lancaster build.  It's like learning to ride a bike for the first time.  Thinking that since this is a Tamiya kit, everything about it would be perfection.  The only mistakes made would be on the behalf of the builder.

A few builds ago, I assembled a Monogram 1:48 B-24 Liberator.  Gaps on the liberator as well as seams, was exceptable in my humble opinion.  Of course like all hobbiest, putty and sanding would be the norm of the day.  Fast forward to the Lancaster build.

Being that this is a Tamiya produced kit, everything and I mean everything would fall into place.  Oh my!  That was incorrect.  I have to remember that this mold is probably 25+ years old, hence the technology that we take for granted is in all the new kits that are produced today.  I'm sure when this kit became available for the market, everyone was in awe.  

The seams are equal to the Liberator kit.  At some places on the fuesalage, it was next to ridicules.  I'm not complaining, I'm just giving forum members a heads up if members choose to build this classic kit.  So far the front and rear turrets are on the Avro, next up, is the wings and engines.  I do know this much, I'm going to have to paint this kit in sections as it's a monster.  

What I do like about this kit is that I get to see how Tamiya has grown over the years.  We now have the Tamiya signature 1:32 kits like the Corsair, Mustang, Zero, and the Spitfire.  I almost forgot to add the recent introduction of the 1:32 Mosquito.  Ultimately, I'm just taking my time and enjoying myself, isn't that what this hobby is all about?  I think so, no, I know so.

Toshi

Toshi

  Ultimately, I'm just taking my time and enjoying myself, isn't that what this hobby is all about?  I think so, no, I know so.

Toshi

 

I couldn't agree more!  That IS what it's all about.

Mike

Buckeye

 

 

Toshi

  Ultimately, I'm just taking my time and enjoying myself, isn't that what this hobby is all about?  I think so, no, I know so.

Toshi

 

 

 

 

I couldn't agree more!  That IS what it's all about.

Mike

 

Toshi

Take care when placing the canopie-masks; a lot of  them a very askew.  Comming along nicely. 

Take care when placing the canopy-masks; a lot of  them are very askew.  Coming along nicely. 

Thank you SubarooMike.  I just came upon this issue with the main canopy. I thought I did something wrong.  LOL!

Toshi

Wow awesome, looking forward to seeing the rest of your build. I too have the Tamiya Lanc, but the "Dambuster" version so please let me know about the problem areas. The Lanc is one of my favorites. 

7474

Wow awesome, looking forward to seeing the rest of your build. I too have the Tamiya Lanc, but the "Dambuster" version so please let me know about the problem areas. The Lanc is one of my favorites. 

 

Toshi

Here is yesterday's progress.  SubarooMike was correct in that certain Eduard masks were Askew. I did order AM decals.This should be good!  Due to the incorrect nature of the Eduard mask, I did approximately 50% by hand, the old school way.

Toshi

I say, she's going to be quite the bird at 1/48 scale! She's looking really rather splendid so far, top ho, I say!

Barnaby

To my fellow forum members,

What you can view below is the first base coat of Vallejo Flat Earth 70.983 on the fueselage.  I then free hand AB the camoflauge of which is Vallejo US Dark Green 70.893.  

In order to protect the camoflauge, I purchased a product that I've never used of which is Testors Wet Look Clear #1834 one coat lacquer.  The clear coat is not only is a pre-prep for the decals but also for the entire bottom half of the Lancaster of which will be AB Vallejo Black 70.950. 

As you can see in another photo, I am also putting together both wings which are huge monstrous.  Due to the size of this Lancaster kit, I need to AB this aircraft in sections.  This makes AB the Avro that much more user friendly. So far, I have yet to come across any issues and or concerns regarding the assembly process.  I hope I can continue in this fashion for the rest of the build.  

Once again, I'd like to thank you all in advance for supporting my builds And leaving comments as well. 

Toshi

Hi Toshi,

All the masking pays off.  Your build brings back fond memories when I painted mine.  Hope you are enjoying the build. The cammo pattern looks spot on.   It will look great when you do your weather washes to tone down and blend the green and brown.  

Cheers,

Scott

Toshi, you've really got the air brush down pat.  That'a a very nice smooth and clean paint job and your no mask como looks great .

scottrc

Hi Toshi,

All the masking pays off.  Your build brings back fond memories when I painted mine.  Hope you are enjoying the build. The cammo pattern looks spot on.   It will look great when you do your weather washes to tone down and blend the green and brown.  

Cheers,

Scott

 

You are correct that when I add a wash, the colors will actually tone down but blend into each other much better.  As for today's work, I'll be working on the landing gears and prepping for the AB of the black.  Thank you so much sir for your support in my projects.  I am most honored!

Toshi

Jay Jay

Toshi, you've really got the air brush down pat.  That'a a very nice smooth and clean paint job and your no mask como looks great .

 

Toshi

Here is Saturday's progress report.  As I described above, the Lancaster fueselage is prepared for the black coat.  I'll also seal the flat black in with Testors clear coat.  While this dries and cures, I'll be working on the front landing gears.  More up dates to follow.

Toshi

This is where I am at today.  

What a great day to be alive.  I've always said any day I can wake up is always a good day.  I just started my continuation of my build at 12:00 noon, just as I started, a classic movie started.  I'm sure everyone knows of the Academy Award Winning Movie called Patton with George C. Scott.  After this movie, another one of my favorite shows will be playing, A Bridge Too Far.  I saw this movie when I was 12 years old.  At nineteen, I would have never imagined that I would be touring these battle fields as a Jazz Artist.  How life can hand you a new direction at every turn.

Thats one thing I teach my children; "Always take the oppurtunity when the door opens, it might never open for you again.  It's a once in a life time scenario, do it while you're young and have the time".  I think that's the key.  Enough of my Toshi philosophy, below is my progress thus far, I hope you enjoy enjoy the photos as much as I had building and painting the Avro Lancaster.  Just a quick note, I've never painted the underside of an aircraft black.  It just feels weird.  LOL!

silentbob33

That's looking really nice Toshi, great paint job. It is a bit of a surreal feeling being places with a historical significance.

 

There are so many other things and places I can go on about, I just don't have the room nor time to do so.  When my children were young and had tests in history class, I would tell them that I've lived in all those places and they would be in awe.  

My fondest memory was when I lived in Amsterdam and my girlfriend and I would visit her parents in Eindenhoven.  It was so beautiful there in the summer!  Then again, I sit here writing this on my iPad in NE Ohio, 35 minutes from Cleveland with my beautiful wife enjoying the wonderful sunny and warm spring weather is something I'm very thankful of.  Thank you sir, you've awaken some fond memories.  I thank you also for taking the time out and reading as well as replying on this thread.

Toshi

With the size of this beast maybe you need a full on spray gun. lol.

Your camo looks great, Toshi.  The clear coat looks like it went on pretty well too. Decals should sit nicely now.

allan

With the size of this beast maybe you need a full on spray gun. lol.

 

Your camo looks great, Toshi.  The clear coat looks like it went on pretty well too. Decals should sit nicely now.

 

I also have a Harbor Frieght Tools AB that's a siphon feed with a relatively larger needle and nozzle, this generic AB does a great job handling large coverage areas plus it has a decent size paint bottle to be able to AB with a wider pattern spray.  It's just that the clean up on the siphon AB is and can be difficult at best.  So I use laquer thinner to do a thouruogh job.

The clear coat I purchased was a first for me.  It's for car modelers that want that high shine wet look.  It looks really nice, it was an experiment in process for me.  I think it went well.  Allan, thank you so much for your support in my projects.  It's members like you can hat have allowed me to grow in this new and exciting hobby!

Toshi

lawdog114

Looking great. Indeed Tamiya and Monogram were similar in kit design back in the day. Their Betty Bomber is supposed to be beautiful though, but that's a newer kit.

 

Toshi

Toshi, you are doing a great job on one of my bucket list kits. Nice paint work too.

BK

Thanks BrandonK.  I feel really good about how I'm handling the AB.  I know I still have a lot more to learn but with every build I'm taking a step closer.  Thank you so much for supporting my threads.

Toshi

 To my fellow forum members,

Here I have finally applied successfully the base coat as well as the camoflauge onto the Avro Lancaster.  As you can see by the photographs, the wings are now attached.  I am working on the tail and will assemble the tail on the fueselage.  More photos to follow.  

Toshi

She's lookin' good Toshi. Glad to see your Tamiya paint stand was up to holding something this large! 

I know what you mean about certain places. From strolling the battlefield at Gettysburg to battleships like the USS North Carolina and Wisconson it's that feeling you get. A few years ago touring the USS Yorktown I sat in the pilot's briefing room and tried to imagine what it must have been like to be a young kid back then prepping for a mission. 

Gamera

She's lookin' good Toshi. Glad to see your Tamiya paint stand was up to holding something this large! 

I know what you mean about certain places. From strolling the battlefield at Gettysburg to battleships like the USS North Carolina and Wisconson it's that feeling you get. A few years ago touring the USS Yorktown I sat in the pilot's briefing room and tried to imagine what it must have been like to be a young kid back then prepping for a mission. 

 

WOW!  Gettysburg, USS Carolina, and the Yorktown.  That's real history sir! Thank you for the read and reply as well as sharing such memories.

Toshi

silentbob33

Very nice Toshi. The lines look great. I think I'd have to attach the wings to paint it though, I'd be too afraid I wouldn't be able to get them to line up properly.

 

Toshi

Looking good Toshi. Can't wait to see it finished. I'm a fan of the Harbor Freight AB

7474

Looking good Toshi. Can't wait to see it finished. I'm a fan of the Harbor Freight AB

 

I own a siphon feed AB from Harbor Freight Tools due to the fact that I purchased a AB compressor from HFT.  The AB came with the compressor.  Both have served my purpose without any issues and or concerns and continues to do so exquisitely!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

Barnaby Bartholomew Drinscott Braithwaite

I say, she's going to be quite the bird at 1/48 scale! She's looking really rather splendid so far, top ho, I say!

 

Barnaby

 

 

 

Toshi

Here is a partial assembly of the bomb bays and the bombs.  Missing is the bomb bay doors of which will be installed after these photos have been uploaded.

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

Here is where I must stop.  I'm waiting for my roundels to arrive via eBay.  Thank you forum members for your support.

Toshi

Hope they arrive soon, so I can see the end result.

roony

Hope they arrive soon, so I can see the end result.

 

Toshi

Great work man, great work.

BK

Hi Toshi, Regret that I'm a bit late to the party but, I'm going to relish your fine Lancaster nonetheless. And with that said, excellent craftsmanship on that big beast. The all around work is exquisite and very nicely executed. I'm excited to see the finishing touches.

Concerning touring battlefields and museums, I've certainly visited my share of them. I've had the opportunity to visit nearly every Civil War battlefield from Richmond up to Gettysburg. Truly amazing experiences. But, Gettysburg was definitely different. I simply felt chilled and awed while walking it. Definitely a powerful and moving experience. Although Antietam was quite similar.

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

 

Decals look good Toshi, and gee now that's a load of bombs! 

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

BrandonK

Great work man, great work.

BK

 

Toshi

JOE RIX

Hi Toshi, Regret that I'm a bit late to the party but, I'm going to relish your fine Lancaster nonetheless. And with that said, excellent craftsmanship on that big beast. The all around work is exquisite and very nicely executed. I'm excited to see the finishing touches.

Concerning touring battlefields and museums, I've certainly visited my share of them. I've had the opportunity to visit nearly every Civil War battlefield from Richmond up to Gettysburg. Truly amazing experiences. But, Gettysburg was definitely different. I simply felt chilled and awed while walking it. Definitely a powerful and moving experience. Although Antietam was quite similar.

 

Toshi

Gamera

 

 

Toshi

With bomb bay and landing gear doors.

Toshi

 

 

 

 

Decals look good Toshi, and gee now that's a load of bombs! 

 

Toshi

harp.ta

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

 

That moment when you missed the "next page" link at the bottom of the page and replied before reading all of the thread.  Very nice work Toshi - as always.

harp.ta

I really with Tamiya would start pressing this kit again.  So dang expensive and one of my favorite heavies.  Looking forward to watching this one come together!

 

Toshi

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

Toshi

 

 

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

 

 

 

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying.  It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight!  LOL! 

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

 

Well you were right about it being in production still - however, the new version MSRPs at 163 bucks!  I wonder if the new version has recessed panel lines as I think the older kit has raised.  I'm going to take a look at eBay and tempt fate and an angry wife... 

Toshi

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying. It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight! LOL!

Just to put it in perspective, that single cylindrical bomb in the middle of the bay (a 4,000 pound "blockbuster" AKA "cookie") represents the equivalent typical bomb load (by weight) for a B-17 Flying Fortress. In addition, there are 18 500 pounders, making a total in this configuration, of 13,000 pounds.

Remember also that later versions (with a reconfigured bomb bay) could carry the massive 10-ton "Grand Slam".

harp.ta

 

 

Toshi

 

 

harp.ta

Gat dang!  Look at all that ordinance... I gotta build me one of these.

 

 

 

 

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying.  It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight!  LOL! 

 

There's at least half a dozen sellers on eBay offering this very kit.  Check out eBay, you'll be pleasantly surprised in a good way on the cost of this classic kit!  Thank you sir for the read and reply!

Toshi

 

 

 

 

Well you were right about it being in production still - however, the new version MSRPs at 163 bucks!  I wonder if the new version has recessed panel lines as I think the older kit has raised.  I'm going to take a look at eBay and tempt fate and an angry wife... 

 

There is a dambuster version as well.  Oh yes, and one with a torpedo.  I would spend an extra $50.00 to $60.00 dollars and get the Big Ed set as the interior, although good could use a bit of finesse.  

I've never built a British heavy bomber before so this is a first for me.  I choose the version where half the kit is painted a flat black as I've never done that before.  The only kits that I've painted flat black was a Monogram 1:48 P-61 Blackwidow and a SR-71.  

This kit has half the undersides black with a camoflauge motif up on top.  At first I didn't know if I liked it or not, after a day with it, I think it's a very cool paint job and one of the most fun to do so.  Once again, thank you for the read and reply!

Toshi

Phil_H

 

 

Toshi

Yes, I didn't realize how much ordinance the Lancaster was capable of carrying. It's amazing that it could even taxi down the runway let alone take flight! LOL!

 

 

Just to put it in perspective, that single cylindrical bomb in the middle of the bay (a 4,000 pound "blockbuster" AKA "cookie") represents the equivalent typical bomb load (by weight) for a B-17 Flying Fortress. In addition, there are 18 500 pounders, making a total in this configuration, of 13,000 pounds.

Remember also that later versions (with a reconfigured bomb bay) could carry the massive 10-ton "Grand Slam".

 

 

That's one hell of a workhouse.  Thank you sir for sharing this important information on this historic bomber with fellow forum members and myself included.  Also thank you for the read and reply!

Toshi

Thanks for the info Phil, I'd just assumed that the Lancaster, Fortress, and Liberator were pretty much in the same class. I had no idea 

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

Phil_H

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

 

Ahh, very true. Good point. 

Gamera

Thanks for the info Phil, I'd just assumed that the Lancaster, Fortress, and Liberator were pretty much in the same class. I had no idea 

 

Toshi

Phil_H

Oh, that 4000 pounds wasn't the maximum load of the B-17, it was a typical payload. I think the max theoretical load was up to about 17,000 pounds, but operationally, always remember that you have to trade payload for range.

 

Toshi

To my fellow forum members,

I have been diligently and excitedly been tracking my Lancaster decals of the roundels.  Utilizing USPS tracking information, I can't wait for it to arrive!  I just found out some five minutes ago in that my decals are now in Kent, Ohio and are out in delivery mode.  That means I should have it in hand by 4:00pm today.  HURRAY!!!!

I'm also very anxiously been tracking my next build.  It's a GWH 1:48 P-61 Blackwidow.  This one is very special as it includes two extra decal sheets not including the GWH kit decals but also a Big Ed and a Eduard canopy masking set.  With this, the Blackwidow will be accompanied by a Squadron cowl and propeller set that comes with the propeller jig.  

I did a budgeted forecast in that if buying each piece individually including the kit itself and came to an approximate cost of $215.00.  I purchased the GWH kit and all the AM parts mentioned above at half the price!  I think I got away with murder.  LOL!  Of course as usual, I'll have a WIP thread available once I start the GWH Blackwidow kit!

Toshi

To my fellow forum members,

I just received the much needed decal roundels for my Avro Lancaster build.  You can bet that I immediately went to set up and install the final decals needed to complete this build. 

As you can see below, everything has been completed except for two things.  Weathering and a spray of dullcoat to set the decals in and to get rid of the very high gloss on the Lancaster at this current time.  I'm going to allow the decals to set overnight and then I'll seal the Lancaster paint job in.  Thank you forum members for everything you've done for me.

Toshi

Toshi, I am endlessly amazed by the quality and speed you can build models.  The Lancaster is a beaut!.  I actually got to crawl through one last summer at Osh Kosh.  I do mean crawl, getting over the wing spar was a challenge.    Talking about the B-17, it would typically carry between 4000-8000 pounds of bombs, depending on how far it had to fly.  As I recall, a typical mission into Germany would be closer to 4000 pounds, or 8X 500 bombs.  One of the issues with the B-17 was the size of its bomb bay.  It could probably lift heavier loads, but you couldn't squeeze them in.  As such, with its broad wing, the B-17 could fly higher and that made it safer than the B-24, which just couldn't climb as high.  THe B-24 could carry a larger load over more distance, though. 

John

wolfhammer1

Toshi, I am endlessly amazed by the quality and speed you can build models.  The Lancaster is a beaut!.  I actually got to crawl through one last summer at Osh Kosh.  I do mean crawl, getting over the wing spar was a challenge.    Talking about the B-17, it would typically carry between 4000-8000 pounds of bombs, depending on how far it had to fly.  As I recall, a typical mission into Germany would be closer to 4000 pounds, or 8X 500 bombs.  One of the issues with the B-17 was the size of its bomb bay.  It could probably lift heavier loads, but you couldn't squeeze them in.  As such, with its broad wing, the B-17 could fly higher and that made it safer than the B-24, which just couldn't climb as high.  THe B-24 could carry a larger load over more distance, though. 

John

 

Toshi

To My fellow forum members,

I can never forget how all of you wonderful forum members that logged on to my very first post of which was a Monogram 1:48 P-61 Blackwidow.  All I got was how well I was building my first kit after an absence of forty years.  With this build, I continue to receive assistance and praise of my builds.  You all just don't know how much this affects me.  Between doctors visit and physical therapy, modeling has become my escape as well as therapy in fine motor skills in assembling of a model kit.

For this simple gesture, no amount of medication drives me to be a better modeler and or a better human being.  I want to thank you all for everything, each day I wake up in excitement of being at the bench creating my next build.  Before this, I had absolutely nothing to live for.  

This Lancaster had to be placed as a unfinished project as I did not receive my roundels.  I finally received my decals via USPS at 4:00pm yesterday.  I immediately started to decal the Lancaster.  Once done, I waited one day (24 hrs.) for the decals to set, then I sprayed the kit with a flat coat followed by a enamel wash.  Here is my finale of the Avro Lancaster.  Again, thank you in advance for your support in my projects.

Toshi

She looks good to me Toshi. The canopy masks seem to have worked well. 

I have the newer Hasegawa 1/72nd kit, I really need to get around to building it someday. 

Gamera

She looks good to me Toshi. The canopy masks seem to have worked well. 

I have the newer Hasegawa 1/72nd kit, I really need to get around to building it someday. 

 

Toshi

tempestjohnny, thank you so much for the visit.  I greatly appreciate it.

Toshi

Another very well done build.  I can't believe just how far you have come in a year. (Hat off and deep bow)

If you like the camo/black scheme, think about a B-52D during Vietnam.  they had the SEA 3 color camo tops and black bottoms.  You would not believe what they carried internally as well as inboard pylon loads of 500/750 pounders.........

goldhammer

Another very well done build.  I can't believe just how far you have come in a year. (Hat off and deep bow)

 

If you like the camo/black scheme, think about a B-52D during Vietnam.  they had the SEA 3 color camo tops and black bottoms.  You would not believe what they carried internally as well as inboard pylon loads of 500/750 pounders.........

 

Toshi

Excellent work Toshi.

Toshi-San

An excellent build, so nicely painted and trimmed, very worthy of being in FSM forum. Thanks for the WIP post and photos.

Patrick

scottrc

Excellent work Toshi.

 

Toshi

patrick206

Toshi-San

An excellent build, so nicely painted and trimmed, very worthy of being in FSM forum. Thanks for the WIP post and photos.

Patrick

 

Toshi

Once again,Tosh, once again.

templar1099

Once again,Tosh, once again.

 

Toshi

Just splendid Toshi!

I just don't know how you find the time and the stamina to complete your aircraft kits so quickly - but don't stop! It's such a treat to see anyone's WIP and I can always count on you to have at least one going.

I'm debating what aircraft to build next since I'm a little stymied with a simple old Lindberg ship kit that I want to make look good. It may be beyond my scope so I'll just try another a/c kit - preferably something that hasn't been posted here lately - perhaps the Fairey Swordfish?

Mike

Gorgeous as usually Toshi.  You nailed that camo pattern.  Bravo, sir!

harp.ta

Gorgeous as usually Toshi.  You nailed that camo pattern.  Bravo, sir!

 

Toshi

1943Mike

Just splendid Toshi!

I just don't know how you find the time and the stamina to complete your aircraft kits so quickly - but don't stop! It's such a treat to see anyone's WIP and I can always count on you to have at least one going.

I'm debating what aircraft to build next since I'm a little stymied with a simple old Lindberg ship kit that I want to make look good. It may be beyond my scope so I'll just try another a/c kit - preferably something that hasn't been posted here lately - perhaps the Fairey Swordfish?

Mike

 

I'ts when my mental stability goes south.  Thats when Mrs. Toshi steps in to get me to bed.  I become incoherent.  I don't recall anything I've done during these episodes.  My bench time will cease and desists.

As far a a kit to build that is unique, the Fairey Swordfish sounds like a great idea.  I'm like you, I enjoy building kits that most modelers feel that it's a kit they would not like to build.  This is my humble opinion.  I'll be finishing up the F4U-1 Corsair today.  Then you'll be surprised by my next build.  Thank you for your support!

Toshi 

Very nice, Toshi. You really hit this one out of the park. And fast too. Great work.

BK

You did really fine work on this Lancaster, Toshi!  I love it!  And you built this alongside the Corsair.  Sure youre not hiding a clone there somewhere?

allan

You did really fine work on this Lancaster, Toshi!  I love it!  And you built this alongside the Corsair.  Sure youre not hiding a clone there somewhere?

 

Toshi

Absolutely wonderful effort on the Lancaster Toshi. It looks great. Just keep'em coming.

Nice finish there Toshi, you ahve done the old girl proud.

Bish

Nice finish there Toshi, you ahve done the old girl proud.

 

Toshi

roger_wilco

Very impressive and a job well done Toshi! You can knock out more models in the time it takes me to open the box and read the instructions!

 

Toshi

Another big beautiful beast, Toshi....great work, mate!

Cheers

Martin

Thanks UKguyInUSA, I greatly appreciate your visit to my Lancaster thread.

Toshi