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1/72 Supermarine Scimitar F.1 "Early Production" version model kit

Product # CMR72-224

Product Article by CMR Models on May 22 2015

 

      

Supermarine Scimitar F.1 "Early Production" version Single-Seat Naval Jet Fighter-Bomber model kit from Czech Master Resin.

PLEASE NOTE: This model is 100% new tooling (not a re-release of CMR-126)

For Information:
The Supermarine Scimitar F.1 was a single-seat jet fighter-bomber that saw operational service with the "Fleet Air Arm" of the ROYAL
NAVY. This model covers the early production version with its much rounder nose.

This model includes: a highly detailed cockpit and the option to have flaps retracted or fully lowered, as well as open or closed air brake petals [note: folded wings require addition detailing set - CMR72-DS06]. The aircraft examples included, cover operational service of the Scimitar F.1 from 1957 to 1960 - shore-based with the 'Scimitar Intensive Flying Trials Unit', the first commissioned Scimitar Squadron No.803, plus development aircraft. Also included is the pale blue and white aircraft used for 'Weapons Trials' with
RAE between 1964/65.

A selection of appropriate payloads for the respective periods are included such as: 'Palouste' Portable Air Starter; 150 & 200 Gallon Drop Tanks; 25lb. & 28lb. Practice Bombs and Carrier; plus Weapons Pylons (3 types).

 

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Colour Schemes Included

  • Supermarine Scimitar F.1 - XD218 — 7th Production aircraft, SBAC Show, Farnborough, September 1957

  • Supermarine Scimitar F.1 - XD230 — '805/FD', No.700X Squadron, Scimitar Intensive Flying Trials Unit, R.N.A.S. Ford, 1958

  • Supermarine Scimitar F.1 - XD231 — '152/V', No.803 Squadron, R.N.A.S. Ford, August 1958

  • Supermarine Scimitar F.1 - XD229 — 18th Production aircraft, Vickers-Armstrong, Wisley, 1960

  • Supermarine Scimitar F.1 - XD229 — Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE) Weapons Flight, West Freugh, 1964/65

*Please Note: Colour scheme information diagrams supplied with the model are only printed in 'Black and White'

Items Included

  • Complete Airframe

  • 'Early Production' Nose profile

  • 'Air Brake Petals' - Can be displayed 'Open' or 'Closed'

  • Wing 'Main Flaps' - Can be displayed 'Lowered' or 'Fully Retracted'

  • Tail Bumper' & Arrester Hook - Can be displayed 'Down' or 'Fully Retracted'

  • Cockpit Canopy - Can be displayed 'Open' or 'Closed'

  • Fully Detailed Cockpit Interior - Including Painted 'Photo-Etch' Instrument Panels, etc.

  • Highly-detailed Martin Baker Mk.4C Ejector Seat - Including 'Photo-Etch' Seat Harness & Seat Firing Handles

  • Detailed Undercarriage

  • Painted 'Photo-Etch' Detailing Set - Cockpit Interior, etc.

  • 'Photo-Etch' Detailing Set - Engine Intake & Undercarriage detail, etc.

  • Canopy Frame 'Paint Mask'

  • 'External Payload' Configuration Guide

  • Comprehensive Assembly and Painting Instructions - including section for Payloads: Assembly + External Markings

  • Photographic 'In Detail' Supplement

  • Photographic 'In Action' Supplement

  • Extensive 2-part Decal Set - Including full external markings & stencils

Optional Payloads Included

  • 'Early-Style' Mod.5003 Weapons Pylons

  • 'Drop Tank' Mod.5004 Weapons Pylons

  • 'Drop Tank' Mod.5072 Weapons Pylons

  • 200 Imp. Gallon Drop Tanks

  • 150 Imp. Gallon Drop Tanks

  • Palouste Portable Air Starter

  • Twin Bomblet Carriers

  • 25lb Practice Bomblets

  • 28lb Practice Bomblets

Please Note: Payload information diagram supplied with the model is only printed in 'Black and White'

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