Aurora/Heller - Polikarpov I.153 1/72nd scale
Aurora/Heller - Polikarpov I.153 1/72 scale.
This kit was a small nightmare from the get-go.
The fit of the kit was extremely poor, styrene filler and tons of super
glue were needed to pull the project together.
I posted photos of most of the problem areas. Although it took a lot of work
to get this plane together it was fun and a learning experience all the
same.
This kit was a small nightmare from the get-go.
The fit of the kit was extremely poor, styrene filler and tons of super
glue were needed to pull the project together.
I posted photos of most of the problem areas. Although it took a lot of work
to get this plane together it was fun and a learning experience all the
same.
1.
The build started smooth. As you can see I had the idea of using thread for this project but that soon changed. |
2.
Another view of the fuselage. |
3.
The problems begin. A large gap needed filled on top of the fuselage where the wing met the cockpit |
4.
Under the wings I also had large gaps. |
5.
Here you can see how much filler I had to use. |
6.
Gaps filled sanded and primed. Looks like she's ready to move ahead. |
7.
As you can see in this picture, my idea of using thread was changed. After a full prime I noticed some gaps that needed fixed, |
8.
Well, she's ready for paint. |
Don't be fooled by this small scale kit, If you like a
challenge, this kit will give you all you can handle.
The I.153 is an interesting plane it's truly a shame
not many top name manufactures offer this plane in larger scales and better molds.
I would love to see Eduard offer this in 1/48, or perhaps Hobby Boss or Tamiya giving us a 1/32 scale kit.
I guess I'll just have to dream.
challenge, this kit will give you all you can handle.
The I.153 is an interesting plane it's truly a shame
not many top name manufactures offer this plane in larger scales and better molds.
I would love to see Eduard offer this in 1/48, or perhaps Hobby Boss or Tamiya giving us a 1/32 scale kit.
I guess I'll just have to dream.
