Dave W's Revell 1/72 Bell AH-1G Cobra

[Dave Ward]

Due to the unfortunate loss of a vital part of the Kaman Seaprite, that build is probably terminated, so I'll do this instead:

I've done an inbox review of this here: https://www.scale-models.co.uk/threa...-review.38698/
all the sprue shots etc are already there, so I don't propose to repost them!
Just to reiterate this a reboxing of the Special Hobby model.
Construction will start shortly.........................
Dave

[papa 695]

Nice one Dave, I’ve always liked the look of this helicopter.

[Dave Ward]

Off - not running, as the build starts with the cockpit area, with 12 parts most of them small - you have to be careful getting them off the sprue................

As the canopy is so large, most bits will be visible - a fair amount of detail painting & decals to add to this assy.
Seats - 3 part assemblies

More detail painting & decals for the seatbelts - I'll see how that goes, but I reckon I can get away with it in 1/72!
Dave

[adt70hk]

Nice start Dave.

Andrew

[The Smythe Meister]

Off - not running, as the build starts with the cockpit area, with 12 parts most of them small - you have to be careful getting them off the sprue................
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As the canopy is so large, most bits will be visible - a fair amount of detail painting & decals to add to this assy.
Seats - 3 part assemblies
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More detail painting & decals for the seatbelts - I'll see how that goes, but I reckon I can get away with it in 1/72!
Dave

Looks like a nice little kit there Dave
Unfortunately the "little" part of that statement means it's beyond me!!
Like Ian,I've always thought these look cool
Looking forward to seeing your progress,
Andy

[Dave Ward]

Looks like a nice little kit there Dave:smiling3:
Unfortunately the "little" part of that statement means it's beyond me!!
Like Ian,I've always thought these look cool
Looking forward to seeing your progress,
Andy

Wot? - A youngster like you? Too small? You never know until you try!
Dave

[Guest]

I know what you mean when you say small in 1/72, this I am finding out Dave.

[Dave Ward]

I know what you mean when you say small in 1/72, this I am finding out Dave.

The eyes say 1/32! - The pocket says 1/72!!!!!!
Dave

[Jim R]

Hi Dave
Nice choice. I do like the nose decal although it might be awkward to put on.
Jim

[Dave Ward]

Hi Dave
Nice choice. I do like the nose decal although it might be awkward to put on.
Jim

Jim,
I think I'm going for the other option, 'Leprechaun' - I reckon every else who makes this, will go for the sharks' teeth!
Dave

[Dave Ward]

Further assembly - the plastic is very soft, and doesn't take well to Revell Contacta, so it's TET, and CA from now on. The rotor mount is very poor, not a hope of it being able to rotate - I'm going to remove it & only fix it in position at the end of assembly.

I have added weight under the cockpit ( broken miniature drill bits - I have loads of them ! ). Fit isn't that bad, but some seams need attention
I'll be using the centre rocket packs at the outer positions, and may use the gun-pods ( l ) for the inner pylons.
The cockpit ( where does that dust come from ( ?1? ). A bit of touching up here and there needed. The seat belts will be OK - I'll add a wash & matt varnish..............
Dave

[Dave Ward]

Assembly going very well, fit is good, the main problem is getting the fragile parts off the sprue without damage.

Now ready for a primercoat - I think by brush - it's only small & masking the cockpit would be tricky
Dave

[papa 695]

Fantastic work David, coming along very nicely.

[Mini Me]

Just had a read through....nice detail in the cockpit, should look the business when it's all buttoned up. :thumb2:

[adt70hk]

Looking good so far as Dave.

ATB.

Andrew