This is a kit I’ve been looking for for along time, it’s origin was VFS Vintage Fighter Series. I’ve built the bubble top version and it’s got issues but I did a lot of scratch building around the engine and it still looks superb. It’s a P-47 and when opening the box it looks the biz, when built by a modeller it looks fantastic thanks for the review Nigel much appreciated 👍🏻😀🍻🇬🇧
Hi-o, Nigel. I read somewhere that the P-47D, fully laden, weighed MORE than a Dornier Do-17Z did, at empty take-off weight. So, yes, I can believe that it was the heaviest single engined fighter. The Skyraider was not a fighter, but classed as an attack aircraft (ir:ground support) so it may have weighed more laden, but it was only about the same size.
Great review Nigel. There is no shortage of vides on youtube of the p47d and to anyone who hasn’t seen it there is colour doc narrated by the actor Jimmy Stewart titled Thunderbolt that had a few good detail shots of the wheel wells, placing the gun cameras, etc. Just search Thunderbolt, it was produced in 1943 or 1944 I believe. Thanks for the review, loaded up with after market and should be a great build. BTW if you subscribe to either Netflix or Amazon Prime Video it is also there.
You're killing me, man. Every time you do one of these reviews, and I happen across it, I end up ordering it. That 1:144 Saturn V? Got it. The 1:24 F6F Hellcat? Ditto. Waiting on that 1:32 OV-10 Bronco now. Couldn't find a B747/Shuttle kit that didn't cost at least $100 USD, but I did find the Revell Shuttle/SRBs/fuel tank/launch pad kit. Blam! Now waiting to be built. I hope you're happy, sir. ;-)
Nige Nice review. Checked very quickly at my two major on line vendors. The Bubbletop is $12 (back ordered) and the Razerback is $157. While I never let price be the determining factor, the kit is pricey for whats in the box. AM that is available: Instrument panels, resin wheels, seatbelts and decals - slim pickings for sure. Peter
Skyraider is post WWII. 47 IS WWII. P-47 is the largest single engine fighter produced during WWII, due to the piping and weight of the turbo supercharger & tubing in the fuse, R-2800, armor & 8 .50 Cals.. Due to wing and fuse construction the strongest, could haul more longer & faster.{F4U max bomb load 2,000 lbs, 47 3,000 lbs.} P&W R-2800 started out rated at 2,000 H.P., but finished the war at 2,800 HP. Max bomb load for a 17 {early} 9,600 lbs.,= 4355 KG, {late} 17,600 lbs.= 7983 KG. I purchased this kit myself 2 yrs. back at only $99.00 {US}, MUCH better than the Vintage "Bubbletop" {which I also own} I haven't built either. Busy with Trumpeter 1/32nd 47's. IP's do change from 47D-10 to D-15, to D-23. So do the props. Initial prop 12' 2" Curtiss{ pencil} to 13'3" Curtiss {paddle blade} then the 13'3" Hamilton Standard. Gun barrels should be smooth with no detail, from body of .50cal to outboard { no cooling holes} they are called blast tubes. Main belly tank is smooth, so that is correct. F5 &F6 drop tanks, are actually P-38 drop tanks, that the 47 would use to increase range, though mostly used in the Pacific. Diamond pattern for tires is also correct. You cannot see the back of the IP on a "Razorback", "Bubbletop" YES. I purchased the Yahu IP , HGW belts & DEF. MODEL "weighted" tires for my kit. GOOD LUCK with your build! I'll stay tuned for the vids.
By coincidence, I just watched Phil's review a couple of days ago. Watching your review, it leaves me in mind of the first Airfix 1/24 Spitfire back in the 70s - bit primitive. However, if you want a "Jug" you have no choice... Would I buy? Probably not at list price which is virtually the same as the Hellcat. At £50, it would be a good buy.
Morning Nigel. Just looked up this kit. It costs $50 more than the typhoon and hellcat. 😳 Looks like an interesting build and maybe a little easier for the novice?
Saw this kit on ebay for $99 USD plus $35 USD shipped from Hong Kong, but with their current political issues am at bit concerned about it ever arriving. Any thoughts? I live in Seattle and have never purchased anything on ebay. One quick question Nigel if you do a video build of this kit would you consider finishing it in natural aluminum finish? It would be interesting to see how you would go about it, especially for any pre and post shading.
Hi nigel just looking at your review of the kinetic P47D I have found it to be a very good build, but be aware of the area directly behind the engine bulkhead, you do a lot of work on the exhaust system and the engine mounts there is also a tank and what looks like a breather system all fitted to a bulkhead, now I did a lot of work on all this area, but and i mean but when fitted to the engine bulkhead and this is the kick in the guts it does not fit in the fuselage when trying to close the 2 halves it is much to long, the only way to get it to fit is to leave all this rear area off and fix the engine bulkhead to the front of the fuselage. I am building the vintage p47D bubble top which i got from the the man who designed and produced this preproduction kit I cannot remember his name but the model is dedicated to his father, on saying this being a preproduction kit there may be problems as i have said to you, but apart from that this kit builds into a fantastic looking p47, i purchased the same instrument panel and the same seat belts which when fitted do look really good, you do get an excellent decal sheet including 6 sets of markings and a lot of stencils with there own complete placement page in the instructions, sorry for such a long winded post but I thought you might like to know more about the model, good luck for know and happy modelling mate.
Thanks for the info Stephen. I have been made aware of the issues with the b ulkhead and rear of the engine. All info and ways of getting round the issues is welcomed. Happy New Year.
@@NigelsModellingBench thanks for the reply Nigel just like to say that I really enjoy your modelling channel and look forward to your builds, I've been modelling for the best part of 50yrs and I have seen some stuff in my time but I have to say you're up there with the best of them mate.
I built this kit about 5 years ago and I still have nightmares!!! Awful!!! I did finish it though Nige and emailed you a couple of photos. Markings were sprayed on using masks
A nice subject but I am not impressed with the detail quality. It is almost as bad as the Trumpeter 1/24 stuka G2. At least the Razorback has an engine of sorts.
@@NigelsModellingBench The exterior detail is okay but the interior is appalling. No options to have panels removed. The machine guns are wrong. Flaps and ailerons are basic. Engine is laughable
This is a kit I’ve been looking for for along time, it’s origin was VFS Vintage Fighter Series. I’ve built the bubble top version and it’s got issues but I did a lot of scratch building around the engine and it still looks superb. It’s a P-47 and when opening the box it looks the biz, when built by a modeller it looks fantastic thanks for the review Nigel much appreciated 👍🏻😀🍻🇬🇧
Hi-o, Nigel. I read somewhere that the P-47D, fully laden, weighed MORE than a Dornier Do-17Z did, at empty take-off weight. So, yes, I can believe that it was the heaviest single engined fighter. The Skyraider was not a fighter, but classed as an attack aircraft (ir:ground support) so it may have weighed more laden, but it was only about the same size.
Great review Nigel. There is no shortage of vides on youtube of the p47d and to anyone who hasn’t seen it there is colour doc narrated by the actor Jimmy Stewart titled Thunderbolt that had a few good detail shots of the wheel wells, placing the gun cameras, etc. Just search Thunderbolt, it was produced in 1943 or 1944 I believe. Thanks for the review, loaded up with after market and should be a great build. BTW if you subscribe to either Netflix or Amazon Prime Video it is also there.
Another 1080p video. Excellent Nigel much sharper and a great honest review as usual.
Wow!!bit old plane!!! Great review. Thanks for your thoughts on it also. !!!!👍😁
You're killing me, man. Every time you do one of these reviews, and I happen across it, I end up ordering it. That 1:144 Saturn V? Got it. The 1:24 F6F Hellcat? Ditto. Waiting on that 1:32 OV-10 Bronco now. Couldn't find a B747/Shuttle kit that didn't cost at least $100 USD, but I did find the Revell Shuttle/SRBs/fuel tank/launch pad kit. Blam! Now waiting to be built. I hope you're happy, sir. ;-)
Nige
Nice review. Checked very quickly at my two major on line vendors. The Bubbletop is $12 (back ordered) and the Razerback is $157. While I never let price be the determining factor, the kit is pricey for whats in the box. AM that is available: Instrument panels, resin wheels, seatbelts and decals - slim pickings for sure.
Peter
Awesome will be following the build mate have a good one mate
Skyraider is post WWII. 47 IS WWII. P-47 is the largest single engine fighter produced during WWII, due to the piping and weight of the turbo supercharger & tubing in the fuse, R-2800, armor & 8 .50 Cals.. Due to wing and fuse construction the strongest, could haul more longer & faster.{F4U max bomb load 2,000 lbs, 47 3,000 lbs.} P&W R-2800 started out rated at 2,000 H.P., but finished the war at 2,800 HP. Max bomb load for a 17 {early} 9,600 lbs.,= 4355 KG, {late} 17,600 lbs.= 7983 KG. I purchased this kit myself 2 yrs. back at only $99.00 {US}, MUCH better than the Vintage "Bubbletop" {which I also own} I haven't built either. Busy with Trumpeter 1/32nd 47's. IP's do change from 47D-10 to D-15, to D-23. So do the props. Initial prop 12' 2" Curtiss{ pencil} to 13'3" Curtiss {paddle blade} then the 13'3" Hamilton Standard. Gun barrels should be smooth with no detail, from body of .50cal to outboard { no cooling holes} they are called blast tubes. Main belly tank is smooth, so that is correct. F5 &F6 drop tanks, are actually P-38 drop tanks, that the 47 would use to increase range, though mostly used in the Pacific. Diamond pattern for tires is also correct. You cannot see the back of the IP on a "Razorback", "Bubbletop" YES. I purchased the Yahu IP , HGW belts & DEF. MODEL "weighted" tires for my kit. GOOD LUCK with your build! I'll stay tuned for the vids.
Got the VFS P-47 bubble top and the P-40B Warhawk in the stash. Funnily enough I'm starting the P-40 next month for a group build.
By coincidence, I just watched Phil's review a couple of days ago. Watching your review, it leaves me in mind of the first Airfix 1/24 Spitfire back in the 70s - bit primitive. However, if you want a "Jug" you have no choice... Would I buy? Probably not at list price which is virtually the same as the Hellcat. At £50, it would be a good buy.
Morning Nigel. Just looked up this kit. It costs $50 more than the typhoon and hellcat. 😳
Looks like an interesting build and maybe a little easier for the novice?
Great review Nigel, well done sir. Now for the money question; when are you going to build this beast? Inquiring minds want to know...
No plans at the moment.. sorry.
wow Nigel here in the U.S. it costs about 170.00 with shipping way to much for my pocket book
Mate looks good What Your opinion of corect shape and dimension of this kit.Thank You.Best regards from Serbia.
Saša Arandjelović it looks ok built.
@@NigelsModellingBenchThank You
Curious Nige. In the Typhoon build you said 1/48 wasn’t your scale. Can I ask what scale you prefer?
Life In Serenity 32nd is my favourite Rob.
Nigel quick question, do you were an optivisor for modeling, and if so what one?
George Taylor no mate. I use a magnifier light ring.
@@NigelsModellingBench thanks Nigel’s I was looking at those too.
hello sir did you build this kit as i have not seen a video about it
No, it's still in its box on the shelf!! Sorry
Blimey, this Kit's got more parts than the real plane.
Saw this kit on ebay for $99 USD plus $35 USD shipped from Hong Kong, but with their current political issues am at bit concerned about it ever arriving. Any thoughts? I live in Seattle and have never purchased anything on ebay. One quick question Nigel if you do a video build of this kit would you consider finishing it in natural aluminum finish? It would be interesting to see how you would go about it, especially for any pre and post shading.
Allen.. dont bother, it's not worth it mate.
Nigel’s Modelling Bench Thanks I will pass on this one, appreciate your candor.
Hi nigel just looking at your review of the kinetic P47D I have found it to be a very good build, but be aware of the area directly behind the engine bulkhead, you do a lot of work on the exhaust system and the engine mounts there is also a tank and what looks like a breather system all fitted to a bulkhead, now I did a lot of work on all this area, but and i mean but when fitted to the engine bulkhead and this is the kick in the guts it does not fit in the fuselage when trying to close the 2 halves it is much to long, the only way to get it to fit is to leave all this rear area off and fix the engine bulkhead to the front of the fuselage. I am building the vintage p47D bubble top which i got from the the man who designed and produced this preproduction kit I cannot remember his name but the model is dedicated to his father, on saying this being a preproduction kit there may be problems as i have said to you, but apart from that this kit builds into a fantastic looking p47, i purchased the same instrument panel and the same seat belts which when fitted do look really good, you do get an excellent decal sheet including 6 sets of markings and a lot of stencils with there own complete placement page in the instructions, sorry for such a long winded post but I thought you might like to know more about the model, good luck for know and happy modelling mate.
Thanks for the info Stephen. I have been made aware of the issues with the b ulkhead and rear of the engine. All info and ways of getting round the issues is welcomed. Happy New Year.
@@NigelsModellingBench thanks for the reply
Nigel just like to say that I really enjoy your modelling channel and look forward to your builds, I've been modelling for the best part of 50yrs and I have seen some stuff in my time but I have to say you're up there with the best of them mate.
EPIC!! please make a vid on a 1:24 stuka!!!!! (: all the best
Send me the kit, I'll do it.
@@NigelsModellingBench ha ha would love one myself, all the best
Always wanted this kit but at nearly $180 i need to pass.
Nothing like the Jug. same engine as the Hellcat
I built this kit about 5 years ago and I still have nightmares!!! Awful!!! I did finish it though Nige and emailed you a couple of photos. Markings were sprayed on using masks
I seem to be an old Trumpeter?!
Oh, two other things, TYRES ARE UNDERSIZED, cowling flap fits like crap.
A nice subject but I am not impressed with the detail quality. It is almost as bad as the Trumpeter 1/24 stuka G2. At least the Razorback has an engine of sorts.
mike garczynski is the trumpy Stuka a bad kit then?
@@NigelsModellingBench The exterior detail is okay but the interior is appalling. No options to have panels removed. The machine guns are wrong. Flaps and ailerons are basic. Engine is laughable