Looking for a lead where I can find DC-3 props in 1/48 . Need the DC-3 Airliner props not the C-47,which were the paddell props. Thanks
Dave
MSP
Ah, yes, one of the many problems trying to pass off C-47 kits as DC-3s. Yes, the planes were very similar, but there are differences. We really do need to have a major manufacturer put out a good, real DC-3 kit. That is such an iconic airliner, and deserves a good kit. Same thing with Ford trimotor.
I agree completely, so many of the successful US airlines were able to grow so quickly, based on the massive improvements of performance the DC-3 provided. I consider it the first really modern and efficient airplane.
The Boeing 247, as good as it was, was overshadowed by the DC-3 and fell by the wayside as a contender. Too bad, fine airplane but the wrong size, at the wrong time. Still would like to have a good 1:48th model to represent it.
Patrick
There is a reasonable 1:72 kit of the 247, from Williams Bros.
Many of us don’t have room for many 1:48 airliners, so 1:72 and 1:144 are quite popular with some of us civil aircraft modelers.
Don ;
Would it be possible to use the props from the Williams Brothers C-46 ? T.B.
No, as C-46’s used Curtiss-Wright electric props with the long prop domes. DC-3’s used Hamilton-Standard props with the short prop domes. As the AC-47 kit has a set of toothpick props along with the paddleblades, why not use them as I believe that is what people use for the Koster early B-17 (C/D/E) conversions.
I checked all my kits and found only one set of props. for the C-47. Even the one with the Eastern decals and box art. I was sure someone made a set for the DC-3. Looks like I will be wearing out some sanding sticks cutting them down.
Dave
MSP
Look at image #5 for toothpick props. These are included in the AC-47 kit which also contains the paddleblades. Won’t these work?
http://www.hyperscale.com/2008/reviews/kits/monogram855615reviewml_1.htm
They look just like these DC-2 and DC-3 props in the photos:
C-47 had what they call paddell props. Airliners had the smaller blade props. Found what I was looking for. Ultracast at www.ultracast.ca There catalog show two items P/N 48240 and 48241 for airliner Props. Now all you have to do is choose between the P&W 1830 or the Wright 1820 Engine. Adjust the carb and oil cooler scoops for your engine model.
Dave
MSP