GB-67 1/72 Do-335 - Twin Engine in WWII

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PlasticHero

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Username: PlasticHero
First Name: Alan
Category: Intermediate
Scale: 1/72
Model: Do335 A-02 Pfeil
Manufacturer: Hobby Boss 80293
Extras: ?
This will contrast nicely with the Mosquito as ways to put two engines on an airframe. I'll introduce the kit and work up the history soon. I had the choice between this and the Eduard Do335 (which was priced twice as much). I assumed this would be simpler in detail and I was happy to not have to work with the complexity. These are the markings of the Pfeil (Arrow) that was taken to the US for testing and is now in the National Air and Space Museum. I remember seeing this in the shop years ago during a visit there.
This will be the lowest part count kit that I have done in a long time. There is 60's level detail in the cockpit; even Heller offered more.

The whole fuselage and wings are TWO parts. There is a tub, a seat and a stick for the cockpit. For a few seconds, I was a surprised at how simple it was but, the detail on the outside is there and looks quite nice. I'm impressed by the individual bagging and the card.

This is one piece and is remarkable that molding technology can make this part. Well, on to paint color research...
 
There is an issue with the props. The front prop is pitched to be rotating clockwise from behind the plane; and I will be using that reference for both engines. The leading edge (seems to me) to be straight with a straight connection to the hub and a notch on the trailing edge. This is 102 at the National Air and Space Museum and is the end of the subject I'm building.

I interpret this photo to show the rear prop turns counter clock (which seems correct to me because of turning the engine around and aerodynamically) and the trailing edge shows the notch. This photo is representative of what the planes started as when they were captured. That pilot is thinking; "Not sure I want to fly that back."

These are the kit parts, and I'll start by saying the front kit prop is on the left and the engines are positioned between the props and looking from the front. The leading edge of the base seems to be more curved than the trailing edge and the pitch would result in counter clock rotation. The kit rear prop on the right with the engine side up, is pitched for a clock rotation with the notched base on the wrong side. When I try to reverse the parts (as it is labeled and viewed from the rear) the front is better except for the curved leading edge, and the rear is pitched ok, but the notch is leading. I could try to cut the "rear" prop blades and rotate them. That would get them looking more consistent. I'll ruminate the rest of the weekend before committing. Thanks for becoming as confused as I am.
 
Just pray the rear prop is the one not spinning.
 
Category: Intermediate
Scale: 1/72
Model: Willys Jeep 1/4 ton
Manufacturer: Italeri 7506


This is an ancillary vehicle for my proposed diorama with the Pfeil. This is all the parts except for a steering wheel and a stick shift. There was a deep sinkhole at the corner of the glove box. A glob of sprue goo filled it and after I smooth it out, the card will be glued on to replace it.
 
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