discussion Engine kits

[EdStep]

As I am a Sooty by trade, I've been looking for model kits of gas turbines, namely the Adour, RB199, Derwent, Pegasus, Avon, and RB199. You have probably realised I've had no joy in my quest...

Is anyone aware of a manufacturer that produces these in a decent scale (or at all would be great)?

 

[Dave Ward]

Ed,
there may be resin models of engines, but most of these are for fitting to detail other small scale models. There are a couple of 'stand alone' models

I think this is more in the way of an educational model, rather than a specific engine

Again, I think this is more for educational purposes - not a true scale model
I'm afraid I can't think of any large scale models at all
Maybe someone knows of a niche manufacturer?
Dave

 

[Dave Ward]

After a bit more searching, I've found this........................

This is a re-issue of a 50s/60s Revell model and it is pretty rare - so consequently prices are high....................
Dave

 

[Gern]

Most of the good 1/32 kits have engines, some of which can be removed and shown separately. Can't remember the specific ones, but I know there's at least one which includes an engine stand and one with a stand for the rear part of the fuselage so you can show the engine that way (maybe a Sabre?).

 

[EdStep]

Thanks, both; @Dave Ward, I've seen these around but they're not really what I'm looking out for sorry. Thanks anyway, I really appreciate you having a look around.

@Gern, Italeri are releasing a 1:32 Tornado on 15th November, which has an RB199 in storage cradle Tonka 1:32 Italeri - that's the kind of setup I want but would like the engine in something more like a 1:10 scale to give insane detail and an overall length of around 10".

This Italeri is definitely on my Santa's list though :smiling4:

 

[Guest]

I suspect you’re going to find very few kits like you describe — it’s a rather small audience that wants big jet engines as static models, I think.

You could try scratchbuilding one, of course …

 

[EdStep]

I suspect you’re going to find very few kits like you describe — it’s a rather small audience that wants big jet engines as static models, I think.

You could try scratchbuilding one, of course … :smiling3:

I would love to but have no tooling for accurate production of tubular cases etc and I would be treading thin ice if I started to buy a lathe this early into resurrecting the hobbies :tongue-out3:

 

[Dave Ward]

Ed,
this is heading more into the model engineering branch of model making - I used to make steam engines, many years ago - but then I had access to all sorts of machines, hand tools & metal stock. You may find something in a Model Engineering magazine - I've seen some stunning models - but all bespoke models, taking many many hours to make. I bet even plans would be expensive! :anguished:
Dave

 

[Guest]

I would love to but have no tooling for accurate production of tubular cases etc and I would be treading thin ice if I started to buy a lathe this early into resurrecting the hobbies :tongue-out3:

You’re the expert on the matter, of course, but when I look at a jet engine, I see basically a tube with stuff stuck to the in- and outside. Unless you want a working engine (or at least with moving parts), you could probably get quite a long way by starting with plastic tube of the right diameter and building all the bits on the outside from tube, card, rod and other bits and bobs.

 

[EdStep]

You’re the expert on the matter, of course, but when I look at a jet engine, I see basically a tube with stuff stuck to the in- and outside. Unless you want a working engine (or at least with moving parts), you could probably get quite a long way by starting with plastic tube of the right diameter and building all the bits on the outside from tube, card, rod and other bits and bobs.

Careful, you're starting to get me thinking lol. Maybe down the line, I could have a go, I have dremmel and the such-like, small hand tools etc, so it's dooable.