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will need some careful sanding

to make the seam disappear

(although it will be hidden when

the fuselage is closed up).

Usually, Airfix provide their

large-scale instrument panels as

two parts: a clear piece with the

instrument faces, featuring raised

detail for the dials, and the actual

instrument panel that slots in from

behind to produce a nicely

detailed panel. The

same system exists in

this model, but this

time you get individual

decals for the instrument

dials and various data plates.

Once this was attached in

place, a matt coat was applied

to the whole panel. Next, the

lenses for the instruments were

picked out with gloss varnish

to produce a very pleasing, and

realistic looking instrument panel.

POWER PLANT

The Typhoon’s powerful Napier

Sabre engine and its construction

are covered in Stages 37 to 85.

The 24-cylinder, “H” layout

power plant is replicated in great

detail; however, should you wish

to motorise your model, Airfix’s

optional electric, flick-to-start

motor can be installed at this

stage. Clear instructions are

given for its installation, and

I like that, if you do motorise

your model, no compromise to

It is a handful!

Exhaust stubs painted and fitted

Front view of intake. Care is needed fitting this

as there are no location pins to ensure correct

alignment

The engine and cockpit is packed with detail

out of the box

Lower wing panels fitted with gun bays and fuel

tanks fitted

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