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  1. CDW
    KH-59 cruise missiles
  2. CDW
    The R-27 missiles were introduced around 1990, and have a range of 100+ miles. Radar guided, the ER version is equipped with the latest guidance head. The R-77 is newer and more advanced than the R-27. It will eventually replace the R-27 in the Russian inventory while the R-27 continues to be sold to air forces around the world. The R-73 is a short range heat seeker, similar to our sidewinders.
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    Thanks Dave
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    Starting from the wingtip and working toward the inside are R-73E’s, R-77’s, and R-27ER’s. All these are A2A missiles. Yes, behind the figure is an A2G, the KH-35. The other is the R-27ER
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    A 1:72 scale deck crew figure gives a good idea of the scale of these weapons. Not small.
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    Getting started on the weapons, a lot of details to add.
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    You are really doing a jam-up job on her, Kevin. Beautiful lines!
  8. CDW
    Thanks for the kind words and for looking in.
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    Lol… I’ve even fallen for some of the sci-fi stuff which I will unveil later on. So many interesting subjects, so little time.
  10. CDW
    She’s got legs
  11. CDW
    To dress up the kit LG a bit, added brake lines from .5mm lead wire.
  12. CDW
    Not sure if he’s up to the task, but this pilot is in the driver’s seat.
  13. CDW
    Thanks Ken. This being a naval fighter, it’s going to carry an interesting mix of air-to-surface missiles along with air-to-air and a data link pod. The Russians have the KH-59 cruise missiles, a slow, low flying missile, and the KH-31 hypersonic missiles designed to take out ships as well as ground targets. For air defense, R-77’s, R-27”s, and R-73”s.
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    Thanks Alan. It has been a lot of fun doing it.
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    Feels good to finally have the tail feathers glued on.
  17. CDW
    This wraps up the panel line wash and weathering. A few touchups needed here and there. Broke a couple of small parts and will need to replace them.
  18. CDW
    Thanks OC The ingredients for an oil panel line wash Lightly dampen a rag with white spirits and give it all a good wipe down (in the direction of airflow) There are various products one could use to reduce artist oils for the panel wash, but here I chose lighter fluid. Besides being an excellent product to reduce the oil, it contains naptha which dries more quickly than other products such as white spirits. It's a builder's choice, whatever works well for you, use it.
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    Thanks EG. I learned that technique from a fellow modeler a few years ago. I should have mentioned the metallic colors used were lacquers. Alclad II and Mr Color. The Mr Color copper color was highly reduced to keep it somewhat translucent. Of course the Alclad colors are translucent straight from the bottle. One day I am going to try this technique using acrylics but on something scrap, first. Not sure about getting a translucent finish using acrylics. I put on all the decals I intend to use on the airframe then applied some Solvaset. Will let them thoroughly dry before proceeding with panel lines detail. There remain a LOT of weapons needing detail painting and decals as well as the landing gear and doors. Fun 🤩
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    Thanks OC. It’s been fun
  21. CDW
    I saw where Model Expo is offering this kit for $399 on their website. Seems a fair price for something like this IMO. For those who want upgraded details but are put off by the cost, I just noticed that the Pontos update set for the 1:200 USS Enterprise is a mere $549, and that's more than the cost of the model kit itself which sells for about $475. Hey, it is what it is.
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    Thanks Ken. Its decal time.
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