HMAS Sydney IV by RGL - FINISHED - Academy - 1/350 - RESIN

[RGL]

I’ve got about 4 builds planned this year, and this set is a really reasonable price as it comes with an excellent PE Set from Pontos. I have some other extras from Veteran models and aftermarket decals. 
 

there are a HEAP photos of a Sydney and this class of ship on Facebook as well as those who have served on her. 

[Old Collingwood]

16 hours ago, RGL said:

I’ve got about 4 builds planned this year, and this set is a really reasonable price as it comes with an excellent PE Set from Pontos. I have some other extras from Veteran models and aftermarket decals. 
 

there are a HEAP photos of a Sydney and this class of ship on Facebook as well as those who have served on her. 

Looks like a fab Kit

 

OC

[BANYAN]

This will be an interesting build Greg, following keenly as I served ion these.

 

cheers

 

Pat

[RGL]

There’s a FB page called FFG yard with heaps of images 

[RGL]

Hull joined up, luckily I read another build log and it says the kit comes with an extension piece (that of course is not in the instructions). The bilge keels are blocked up as they are different on modernised ships apparently 

[cog]

You slipped in silently with a new build ... something modern again. Curious how fast this one will go. Does the corvette count as one of the four builds for this year?

 

I'm glad I can ask Banyan if you did it right !

Edited March 16, 2022 by cog

[RGL]

My concern is if  China invaded Taiwan most of the kits will be shut down. For years. I have a few things planned. It’s good that have you back Cog 

[S-boat 55]

7 hours ago, RGL said:

My concern is if  China invaded Taiwan most of the kits will be shut down. For years. I have a few things planned. It’s good that have you back Cog 

Wonder if I could use that as an excuse with the wife to enlarge the stash still further, 

[cog]

Eventhough I'm still getting sorted out - sold my house November last, and get my works space in order - kits are being added to my stash. Some are still in storage, so I wonder if I do have enough space left for those when those are added to the stash present ... I might send you one, RGL, if you get bored waiting for kits ...

[RGL]

The bilge keels have been cut down and and a stability fin added on both sides. I’m currently working on the transoms flap.

Edited March 17, 2022 by RGL

[RGL]

Transom flap added and the rudder offset (all the images show this is a thing 

[BANYAN]

Greg, just for info, the additional side fin is actually one of two (one per side) roll stabiliser - moveable fins.  You're moving ahead at quite a rate.

 

cheers

 

Pat

[RGL]

Yes, I actually had a ‘mule’ kit that had 2 sets of stabilisers included so I didn’t have to scratch build them. 

[RGL]

Whilst I’ve been awaiting putty and a primer coat  to dry I did the funnel. The 3D print is from black Cat models, modern speakers and cameras 

[RGL]

So this is what the structure looks like 

[cog]

nice Rgl, I like the 3d printed cameras

[Canute]

Nicely done with all the PE, so far.  I just love bending and folding the grabs, then inserting them into the appropriate holes.

Edited March 20, 2022 by Canute

[oneslim]

I don't think they are cameras.  They are spot lights.  Check a photo of the flight control station on the stern,  they are on both sides.

 

BobW

[RGL]

I reckon yours right there

[RGL]

The superstructure, lots of plastic to be replaced 

[cog]

looks like you added some missing parts too ...

[RGL]

1 hour ago, cog said:

1 hour ago, cog said:

looks like you added some missing parts too ...

So checking my references I need to add another ladder as well (only Sydney had an extra)

[RGL]

Hanger doors look like this

 

plastic kit bit 

stripped down

 

finished (for now)

[RGL]

Some hangar detail, won’t really be visible but needs must 

[RGL]

Starboard side superstructure

base

 

half way

end

lots of holes  that need to be made where ventilation shafts exit the hull 

Edited March 24, 2022 by RGL

[BANYAN]

Lots of nice detail which is really bringing her to life; nicely done.  Are you replacing the refuelling equipment also (bellmouth receiver, hose etc)?

 

cheers

 

Pat

[RGL]

No, I don’t really have anything that would replace it without looking like crap. 

[BANYAN]

I think I recall someone having that at small scales at Shapeways.  I'll let you know if I find anything.

 

[edit} - Found these - at wrong scale but as the artwork is done may print of in your scale?  https://www.shapeways.com/marketplace/miniatures/ships?type=product&q=refueling+at+sea

 

cheers

 

Pat

Edited March 25, 2022 by BANYAN
additional info

[RGL]

They’ve got some nice(ish) stuff but the shipping is horrendous from the US to Oz ($25 USD for a very very small parcel) which you cannot track (they say you can but you can’t) and I will be finished by the time it gets here as it’s over six weeks. I ordered the Duck months in advance from shapeways and the product is poor (actually rubbish) and slow.

[RGL]

Port and starboard side of the superstructure done up (lots more details but this is as far as I need for painting, and the roof with lots of cut and sand to go.