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Current and Finished Projects => Physical Models => Aero-space => Topic started by: trickyrich on February 11, 2015, 08:53:33 PM

Title: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: trickyrich on February 11, 2015, 08:53:33 PM

I know this really isn't on subject but with work and the GB this is from I just haven't had the chance to work on my other projects. So decided to show everyone what's been keeping me away the fun stuff!!

This was for a Bf110 GB on another site, and is the last aircraft to be flown by Heinz Schnaufer, who was the most successful night fighter pilot in history, 121 confirmed kills.

An Eduard Bf110G was the basis for the build with some extras including decals for this particular aircraft. The biggest drama was the almost complete lack of info or photo's of this aircraft...certainly made the build interesting!!!

Don't worry normal service was be resumed shortly with progress aircraft. Please enjoy and attached is link to build for those interested, sorry it's a bit image heavy!.

(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2128_zpsz0guq2my.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2130_zpshwcx6azr.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2131_zpsdeq4gaiw.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2132_zpswt4a5cii.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2134_zps90axteme.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2133_zpsdckphcpz.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2136_zpskw3xh7xa.jpg)
(http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q722/trickyrich62/Bf-110%20STGB/DSCF2135_zpscoyhkzo4.jpg)

http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234969850-complete-eduard-148-bf110-g4-schnaufers-3cba/ (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234969850-complete-eduard-148-bf110-g4-schnaufers-3cba/)

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: jcf on February 11, 2015, 11:15:17 PM

Very nice and completely on subject, as Greg has stressed since the beginning, BTS is for any modelling folks wish to display,
not just fantasy what-if stuff.

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: LemonJello on February 11, 2015, 11:24:35 PM

German aircraft aren't my cup of tea, but that is still one gorgeous model.  Love the attention to detail.  Thanks for sharing it with us.

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: Tophe on February 12, 2015, 12:06:54 AM

Is it a scale model or the real thing? (scale 1) ;)

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: GTX_Admin on February 12, 2015, 02:35:23 AM

That is great work!

I will also reiterate what Jon has said:  here at BTS we welcome all forms of modelling (though sometimes that Spat brigade stretch the limits... ;)) .  Both real world and whatif.  So please feel free to post more like this.

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: Brian da Basher on February 12, 2015, 05:32:45 AM

Now that's a show-stopper if I ever saw one! I really like your details like the scuffing on the props.

It's a treat to see a night fighter posted. That's a subject I always enjoy!

Brian da Basher

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: elmayerle on February 12, 2015, 07:34:20 AM

All I can say is that this is one exceedingly gorgeous piece of work.  Bravo!!

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: FAAMAN on February 12, 2015, 04:19:01 PM

Superb '110, brilliant work all 'round, more please 8) 8) 8) Gotta love Luftwaffe night fighters !!!!! 8) 8) 8)

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: finsrin on February 12, 2015, 04:47:29 PM

As the others said + toooo good :)

In those colors I get flashes of it in 50s-60s USAF ADC markings.

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: trickyrich on February 12, 2015, 08:31:09 PM

thanks everyone for the really nice comments.

The Eduard model is not one of the easiest to build, it has a few issues,especially around the cowling fit!

Gotta love the night fighters, one of my favorite subjects.  ;D

Title: Re: 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf-110G4 Nightfighter
Post by: Volkodav on February 12, 2015, 09:39:59 PM

I really envy your skill, that is superb!