Arado 196

[ij001]

Picked this kit up about three years ago in a New year sale at my local (only) toy & hobby shop. This is the Italeri 1:48 Arado 196 as re-boxed by Tamiya, it's not a bad kit - surprisingly big tho' - similar in size to a Stuka or a P-47. I built it with no extras, just straight from the box and really enjoyed it. Details in the (very visible) cockpit are a little light and some details are a little 'chunky' but IMHO that's a small price to pay for having something just that little bit different in your cabinet.

Paints are all acrylic, I didn't have any RLM 72 & 73 for the camo, so went and looked at what others have done for the Fw200's etc and mixed-up a couple of tones that looked OK'ish. The purists out there (but probably not here at MA) may disapprove, but I can live with it .

Please feel free to make any comment or criticism or suggestion. Next will be a return to a stalled (jet) project which you have seen before - have a great week all.

Best from New Zealand.

Ian.

 

[Big10]

Dude, that is awesome!!

 

[moon puppy]

Looks good Ian

 

[sharkman]

Fantastic Ian!

I love this plane and you did a great job!

Love the markings and the trolley treatment.

 

[jeaton01]

Very nice, and what a great photo of the full size.

 

[Barney]

I love the Ar-196! I have the massive 1/32 in the stash (with the clear resin canopy) and have built a couple of the old 1/72 kits.

This is a lovely build!

 

[Heavens Eagle]

You did a very good job Ian! I like the fact you found a color photo of the original plane!

 

[helios]

Very clean.

 

[Brokeneagle]

I love the 196 and you have done the model a great justice as it looks great! Weathering is nice and subtle on the wings and hrad core on the trolley)as it should be).

 

[Mo_]

Thats a beauty! What did you use the the finish coat?

 

[ij001]

Thats a beauty! What did you use the the finish coat?

For this one, I used Tamiya Flat Coat (XF-86), it's not a full matt, there is a slight sheen which seems right to me. I thinned it with Tamiya laquer thinner at about 60%.


Ian.

 

[lupanzer]

Great Job, Ian

Congratulations!

Luiz.

 

[Duke Maddog]

Magnificent work! That makes me want to build one. And I think your colors are spot on!