Can anyone help me track down a 1/48 Photo Etch detail set for the
F-111. (not FB-111) In particular, I need the detail for the area shown in the photo.
Thanks.
Check this build link:
It shows those exact parts, but the author does not discuss them. With the flash glare, I cant tell if they are plastic (I think so) or PE.
Also check here: http://www.f-111.net/models/index.htm#Conversions and here: http://www.f-111.net/scaledown/index.htm
They list conversion kits for the 'vark.
HTH
Thanks Chimera.
He’s built the academy kit and used the Scaledown resin boat tail for the FB-111/F-111G that has a different dump mast config. I don’t think they do a F-111A/C boat tail. The TWR area of the academy kit has the correct detail.
I’ve seen that Eduard do a 1/72 PE kit that has these details but I can’t seem to find anything for a 48 scale kit.
This is for the Zeng Defu kit (old academy dies apparently) and it is seriously lacking in detail.
From memory Mark, both the ‘C’ & ‘G’ came from the ‘A’ - the difference between the ‘C’ &‘G’ being the intake plows. I’m pretty sure Scale Down have both of the dump masts. If not drop him an email, & I’m sure he will provide you with the right info.
Hi Shaun,
I know from previous posts that you are looking to build a 111 yourself in the future, so hopefully some of this information might be of help.
There are numerous slight external differences between the ‘C’ and ‘G’ model 111’s that Australia operates. The C is derived from the ‘A’ model and the G is an updated FB-111.
They both share the same wings and landing gear so the scaledown wheels are suitable for use on both.
They have different boat tails and dump masts as you can see in the photo’s below.
The intakes are very different. The C has the the triple plow intake from the A model with the splitter plate and translating cowl. The G has the intake set further out with a longer intake spike and blow in doors in place of the translating cowl. It also lack the splitter plate. This intake is common with the D/E/F model.
The C and G have different engines but i’m not sure if there are any obvious differences in the nozzle areas.
The C has the early model formation lights with the exception of A8-109/112/113/114 that were attrition replacement A models that we recieved in 82. These have the later Strip lights that it shares with the G.
The pre AUP ‘C’ models also had a different chaff and flare dispenser. This is only relevant if you wish to model one in the SEA paint scheme.
The G doesn’t carry the Pave Tac pod.
G model boat tail
A/C/D/E/F Boat tail
G model formation light
C formation light
D/E/F/G intake
A/C intake
Thanks Mark, there’s a little bit extra info I didn’t have. It’s been a while since I started my research trail for my RAAF pig, & most of the info has been filed away, so obviously my memory let me down a bit with what I posted.