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FOCKE-WULF Fw 190F-8TEST-SHOT PREVIEW
FOCKE-WULF Fw 190F-8Overall, finely engraved panel
lines with some rivet detail covers
most parts, although rather odd
thin raised lines represent the
internal structure of the separate
control surfaces and flaps. Possibly
a smoother finish would have been
nearer to the original. Upper and
lower wing halves are moulded
with outer gun positions and
ejection chutes deleted. However,
a raised rectangle around the
lower wing gun panel, plus various
flashed-over openings are just
visible, hinting that an alternative
wing maybe produced for another
mark in the future. The one-piece
lower wing, when combined with
well-detailed wheel wells and the
stout wing spar that incorporatesthe engine bay firewall, should
ensure correct dihedral.
The cockpit tub and instrument
panels have adequate detail,
improved with decals for the
instrument dials, a separate seat
cushion and decal seat straps.
Some will, however, undoubtedly
want to add after-market straps
and/or coloured photo-etched
brass replacements. The large
cooling gills on the fuselage sides
are displayed in the open position.
A comprehensive BMW 801,
which can be displayed with open
cowlings, comprises 16 parts, and
incorporates push rods, manifolds
and a cooling fan. Exhausts, along
with gun barrels, have slide-
moulded openings.
Revell has supplied four
canopies so the modeller can opt
for either early or later blown
versions in open or narrower shut
positions. Different parts are also
supplied for raised or lowered
undercarriage and the pilot’s
step. There is a choice of SC500,
SC250 or SC100 bombs, or three
300lit drop tanks to hang underthe fuselage and wings. Also found
on the runners are alternative
engine cowlings and gun barrels
applicable to other versions.
Surprisingly, a large stand with
circular base has been included
so that the finished model can be
displayed in flying mode...albeit
without a pilot.Conclusions
Although there may be some
slight issues with simplified wing
and control surfaces, the overall
shape really does look spot-on.
With this new kit, Revell has
delivered another bargain large-
scale classic in its growing 1/32
scale line-up. ❚MODEL SPEC
Focke-Wulf Fw 190F-8
By: Revell
Stock Code: 04869
Scale: 1/32
Price: £36.99
Available from:
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