Revell 1:48 EuroFighter "Tyhpoon"

Post by **Nige201980** » Tue Apr 15, 2014 8:38 pm

Hi guys I pick this kit up a while ago and I've been itching to start it but what with work and other things on the go I've only just opened the box and it's a big box.

And 1st impressions is that it look really nice a few bits of flash but nothing to write home about and it's going to be a decent size plus I might add some detail here and there but we will see.

So on with the build. I decide to just build some sub assemblies to start with as I won't be getting the airbrush out until the weekend.

And has ever with an aircraft you start with the cockpit.
So here is the seat not bad detail I'm sure it will look even better when all painted up.

The actual tub itself the joy stick is not quite right but there is not much I can do about it so it will have to do lol

The main landing gear bays I might add some cabling here just to add a bit more detail.

And the front gear bay/engine intakes.

Well that's the lot for now will try to do another update soon thanks for looking.

Post by **ScaleModelling1105** » Tue Apr 15, 2014 8:57 pm

Looking great so far Nige. I have the twin seater in the stash and I think they're the same kit with one or two different sprues so i'm interested in seeing how this goes. Good luck with the rest of the build.

Post by **Nige201980** » Thu Apr 17, 2014 9:24 pm

Thank you mate

So on with the build and I decided the wheels bays need a bit more detail so I added some plumbing to the main bays which took me about 2hrs and will add some to the nose wheel bay tomorrow hopefully any enough chatter and on with the photos.

I use 28 gauge craft wire and some thin solder wire for the thicker wire.

Any hope you like it.

Post by **Paul** » Thu Apr 17, 2014 9:31 pm

Looking good Nige, off to a great start

Post by **Merlin** » Sat Apr 19, 2014 12:05 am

Looking good so far, I'm loving the extra detail.

Post by **DC87** » Sat Apr 19, 2014 12:09 am

Above and beyond Nigel, the kit seat looks very nice and I'm sure Paul would be proud of that plumbing

Post by **Nige201980** » Sat Apr 19, 2014 7:23 pm

Thanks guys really enjoying this so far so got a bit more done today.

So to follow on from the main wheel bays I did the same to the front bay.

Then i started on the ordinance which there are a few bits.

A bit of a fit issue with the storm shadows but should be an easy fix.

So that it for now thanks for looking.

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Sun Apr 20, 2014 5:58 pm

lovely work Nige

that wire detail really adds a lot to the model,

great stuff mate

Shane

Post by **Nige201980** » Mon Apr 21, 2014 5:53 pm

Cheers Shane

Time for another update. The cockpit and seats all painted so I can carry on with the build.

Hopefully not be long before the next update.

https://www.youtube.com/user/bnealuk · Post by **T3hGuppy** » Mon Apr 21, 2014 8:46 pm

The office is shaping up great dude.

Will be watching this one for sure.

Another one on the buy list lol.

Post by **Nige201980** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:17 pm

Cheers Ben

Right update time.

One of the most obvious things on the eurofighter is the APU exhausts.

So I set about sorting it out.

As you can see it's rather rubbish as it is.

So first I needed to make a hole.

Then I need to make an exhaust which I used a bit of styrene tubing.

Which I squashed a bit to make it oval then sanded it to make it thinner.

Then I glued it in place.

Not perfect but better than it was.

Next it was time to add some weight to the nose it calls for 30g so I added a bit extra.

So I added it to the nose cone then used PVA glue to secure it.

I also added it in front of the cockpit.

Then it was time to add the wheel bays.

Then it was time to join the fuselage halves together.

This was going to be a big bird.

So that's where I'm at thanks for looking.

Post by **wappynutter** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:33 pm

Excellent matey, was watching a trio of these doing some low altitude exercises out on the Lincolnshire wolds and the wash last week....
Fantastic bird... And that's saying something coming from an aircraft noob like me!!

Nice and steady mate, don't rush it!! Detailing is really nice.....

Continued success buddy..

Post by **Nige201980** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:57 pm

Cheers Andy

I saw 3 last year flying out at sea when I was in Bridlington quite low as well since then I knew I had to build one.

http://www.youtube.com/user/longlance67 · Post by **longlance67** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 9:08 pm

wonderful work Nige

its taking shape now my friend

Shane

Post by **Nige201980** » Wed Apr 23, 2014 12:54 pm

Cheers Shane

Post by **Willem** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 5:46 pm

Looking good mate.

Post by **m0rce** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 8:20 pm

I love that plane.
Good job mate!

Post by **JayCub** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 8:27 pm

looking great Nige and really nice use of shadows on the seat looks a peach, the exhaust is a nice touch although this is the first time i have seen them.

Tom

Post by **Paul** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 9:02 pm

Great job so far Nige, look forward to seeing whats next

Post by **eightfooticeman** » Fri Apr 25, 2014 6:11 am

I'm in on this show! Looking fabulous.

Post by **mark31** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 7:11 am

Nice work.
keep going.

Mark

Post by **Nige201980** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 2:57 pm

Cheers guys really appreciate that you all stopped by.

Post by **Nige201980** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 3:12 pm

Right up date time got the wings mounted and she is a big bird with a few fit issues.

And here we with some of the fit problems.
The rear cockpit and airbrake

These will need a bit of filler and some sanding.

And the rear of the spine

The wing joint. Both sides

The belly and the air intake quite a complicated fit and no matter how much I tried I couldn't get rid of the gap

So that's where I'm at will leave it dry then it's out with the fill and sanders

Post by **Paul** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 3:28 pm

Oh dear nige there are a few fit issues there mate, hopefully the filler will get them mate, fingers crossed for you

Website · Post by **Gav0909** » Mon Apr 28, 2014 6:04 pm

It's good to see you highlight the problem areas, as I have this kit (though its the twin seater) in the stash. So I can make sure to be careful when I come across those areas.

Looking good though mate. This going to be a RAF bird aye?

Post by **Nige201980** » Mon Apr 28, 2014 9:09 pm

Gav0909 wrote:It's good to see you highlight the problem areas, as I have this kit (though its the twin seater) in the stash. So I can make sure to be careful when I come across those areas.

Looking good though mate. This going to be a RAF bird aye?

Thanks Gav if there are any more problems I'll try and highlight them. And yes will be RAF.

Post by **Colin** » Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:59 pm

Your doing a great job Nige despite the fit issues.

I have the Revell Typhoon in 1/48 and 1/32 (the 1/48 kit is looking for a home if anyone wants one BTW) and even the 1/32 kit needs the APU hole drilled and a tube inserted ... I believe the 1/32 kit shares some of the 1/48 fit issues too especially around the intake area.

Looking forward to seeing this finished though, nothing looks quite as good and as purposeful as a Typhoon Jet IMHO.

Post by **Nige201980** » Tue Apr 29, 2014 4:04 pm

Colin wrote:Your doing a great job Nige despite the fit issues.

I have the Revell Typhoon in 1/48 and 1/32 (the 1/48 kit is looking for a home if anyone wants one BTW) and even the 1/32 kit needs the APU hole drilled and a tube inserted ... I believe the 1/32 kit shares some of the 1/48 fit issues too especially around the intake area.

Looking forward to seeing this finished though, nothing looks quite as good and as purposeful as a Typhoon Jet IMHO.

Thanks Colin dispite the fit issues I'm really enjoying this at the mo it's something a bit different to what I normally build (WWII aircraft) and I love the looks of her so all good.

**My youtube channel** · Post by **Darkblade88** » Thu May 08, 2014 9:08 pm

I've just got caught up with this impressive work keep it up sir

Post by **Nevbo** » Fri Sep 12, 2014 10:39 pm

Hi Nige have you finished this model? looks like I'm having the same problems as you

Post by **Nige201980** » Sat Sep 13, 2014 12:33 pm

No not finished I've pre-shaded and done the main colour. It's not the best kit if I'm honest a bit over engineered so it makes it harder to get a good finish.

Post by **grover** » Sun Sep 14, 2014 1:44 am

Looks like a lot of work though Nige. Coming along though. Keen to see the next stage.

Post by **squ199ly** » Sun Sep 14, 2014 11:09 pm

You wonder if Revell ever did a test build before releasing the model. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out. Good luck.

Post by **EagleOnyx** » Tue Sep 16, 2014 6:21 am

The fit looks dreadful! I hate when they break up parts into unnecessary pieces. Do they do that just to inflate the part counts to make the model seem better on paper?

Post by **Nige201980** » Tue Sep 16, 2014 5:55 pm

It's a shame about the fit because for £25 the detail is quite nice if revell could have got it right it would have been a winner.

Any way I had a week off last week and I thought it was time to get some paint on her.

I know the grey is not quite right but I think it maybe because of the primer which was grey that is making it look a good bit darker. Any how that's where I'm at
As always thanks for looking.

Post by **UKguyInUSA** » Wed Sep 17, 2014 1:49 am

Wow....I missed this thread mate?! Looking good so far, pity about the fit issues.

Post by **Nige201980** » Fri Oct 03, 2014 5:43 pm

Just a quick update got it all masked and painted

And just a quick look at some thing else ive been doing

so thats me for the moment both are in the process of being cleared ready for the decals thanks for looking.

Website · Post by **Gav0909** » Sun Oct 05, 2014 7:00 pm

Both are looking really good Nige. I have just completed an F-15E myself and have learnt some good lessons to take into my next modern jet build.

Got a few choices as well, Eduard Lt Ed F-16, Revell Typhoon and Revell Hornet.

Good work.

Post by **Nige201980** » Sun Oct 05, 2014 7:18 pm

Gav0909 wrote:Both are looking really good Nige. I have just completed an F-15E myself and have learnt some good lessons to take into my next modern jet build.

Got a few choices as well, Eduard Lt Ed F-16, Revell Typhoon and Revell Hornet.

Good work.

Cheers Gav your F-15 looks great mate I think I will defo do another modern jet if I was you I'd do the F-16 I for one would love to see it.

Post by **planemaker** » Sun Oct 19, 2014 6:19 pm

Looking great!

The wheelbays look awsome.

Post by **Nige201980** » Sat Oct 25, 2014 2:20 pm

Hi Guys sorry there hasn't been much of an update on this but she is now finished and here are some of the photos.

here she has had decal and a wash applied.

And her she is all finished with some soot and a little panel fading with some pastels.

Again thank you to every one who stopped by to take a look the rest of the photos with be in the Air Gallery.

Post by **Nevbo** » Wed Oct 29, 2014 8:38 pm

Yours has turn out much better than mine.

Looks great.