Global Scale Modeller

Started a new project tonight

Started the cockpit using the Edward etch parts

Didn't realise quite how big it is going to be.....

This'll be different and interesting to watch....I haven't seen anyone build anything of this nature, yet....especially a "Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force" version.

Added the PE to the seats and cockpit area

Assembled the fuselage

And assembled the basic wings

Pretty simple assembly so far (except the PE seat belts)

Wow....that came together quickly!

Engines added, attached the wings and tail, built props added 30g in weight to the nose - 10p in 2p coins

This is cool! I used to be an electrician on the P3-C and EP-3E in the US Navy so I will be watching this with great interest.

Happy modelling!

Cockpit glazing added, undercarriage and doors added
Needs a bit of tidying up then in to the paint shop

She looks pretty big on that bench, even though she's only 1/72 scale...looking forward to the next stage now

good so far

NAS Jacksonville has those planes flying around all the time and in my younger days I constantly confused them with B-17's. I know its a stretch but from far away they look similar enough. lol

I got to see one of those buzz my house a couple of years back!! Awesome sight and a cool airframe!! I can't wait to see the progress of this one!!

bit stalled at the moment - holidays and DIY have got in the way - but i'll resume very shortly - thanks for for looking and support

Restarted tonight
Painted the prop tips

You had a rapid fire start on this and I'd forgotten all about this build, but now you're back! Hope to see you complete her soon

Got it in the paint booth
Managed to spray about 3/4 before the compressor cut out due to heat

Finished the base coat now, looks pretty good I think

Coming together now Graham, nice job with the priming!

I'm planning to make the Canadian version of one of these in the near future. How did you like the kit for fit and detail, etc.?

ChrisCanada wrote:I'm planning to make the Canadian version of one of these in the near future. How did you like the kit for fit and detail, etc.?

The kit went together very well, no real issues there
Detail is a bit scarce in the cockpit, I had a PE kit but you can't see much anyway, there is nothing in the main cabin.
The model has raised panel lines which is a little disappointing and the undercarriage bays have very little detail
The overall shape is good but the prop blades are a bit thin
I'm doing the Japanise version as on the box lid on page 1

Thanks Graham. Yours is looking great, but my shop is asking C$65 for it which I think is a bit much.

Final coat of paint on the Orion

Cheers Henrik
Been on the Orion tonight
Wheels, glazing, props and a coat of clear.

Looking fabulous mate!

More on the Orion
Painted the nose, window frames, added wing decals

Big very thin decals from Hasegawa could only go one way, badly
Plenty of micro sol and careful placing and I think I've sorted most of the damage
That's it for tonight

Coming along nicely! The cockpit details were really well done. Be sure we get a shot through the windscreen and see it when it is all done!

Nearly finished the decals on the Orion

Final photos of my P-3C Orion

Sweet! Looks great Graham....took a while to get to the finishing line, but worth the wait