Difference between types of models

[GMahaffey]

I have no experience of different types of model kits, be it autos, armor, helicopters. With automobiles and helicopters I have done about 1 kit each, but those have been ages ago. I primarily work with airplanes (Mosldern and WW2 builds), I am thinking of branching out a bit to include other types of models. What is the most difficult part of these types of kits? What are the most enjoyable parts of these types of kits?

[ForbesHutton]

With planes and cars masking off the glass is one of the challenges (after finding out you have to use something other than plastic cement to glue the clue parts on...).
For street/show cars getting the paint on perfectly smooth and cleared is a challenge.
For planes/copters and to a lesser extent getting the dash/control panels painted is a challenge.

That's why armour is the easiest, any mistakes can be hidden under a cargo net or mud, but then you decide to start adding figures or dioramas...

[GMahaffey]

With armor kits what is the drawbacks on those kits? What is the best thing about doing car models?

[Stokesy44]

With armor kits what is the drawbacks on those kits? What is the best thing about doing car models?

It depends entirely on what parts of the hobby you enjoy the most. Are you a build lover or do you hurry along to the painting phase so you can express yourself. Also, what subjects excite you? Are you a military history guy, do you like civvy subjects like racing cars etc.

The above can define what you get out of the hobby, not the eccentricities of a particular type of kit. Tell us what you like doing and what subjects get your juices going. I build military history subjects and a bit of sci-fi because that's what I'm interested in. I don't build cars because, regardless of the techniques and difficulties involved, I have no interest in the subject.

Ask yourself, if I could build anything, what would it be? People can then weigh in on that type of kit, what manufacturers may suit you, what to look out for and what they get out of building that type of kit.

[GMahaffey]

I really love military aircraft subjects. I've decided to do more WW2 subjects than modern but still enjoy both. I've thought about doing cars a some but still on the fence about it.

[walklong]

As a Navy veteran (and a wannabe carrier pilot), I have started a building theme of naval aviation subjects; as a civilian commercial pilot, I will be looking for examples of aircraft I have flown - just another way of thinking about the hobby.

[Stokesy44]

I really love military aircraft subjects. I've decided to do more WW2 subjects than modern but still enjoy both. I've thought about doing cars a some but still on the fence about it.

Build what you love. There's such a massive selection available in the historic aircraft area. My favourites would be 1/48 single engine fighters, loads of absolute beauties right there. Airfix, Tamiya or Eduard.

Or if you fancy it, 1/32 from Tamiya (£££ ) or the new tool 1/32 releases from Revell - lovely kits at smashing prices.