Avro Shackleton Pt.1

Xtradecal,1/72 scale

Reviewed by Brett Green

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Xtradecal has recently released two new 1/72 scale decal sets covering the Avro Shackleton. Tonigt I will be examining Part One.

Three of the subjects are the MR.2 variant (the subject of the Airfix kit), and one is the AEW.2.

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Three different camouflage schemes are offered - two in overall Dark Sea Grey, one in Dark Sea Grey with a white upper fuselage and one with white lower surfaces and Medium Sea Grey uppers.

Details are as follows:

• Avro Shackleton AEW.2 - WL747 47/8 Sqn RAF Lossiemouth 1979 Overall DSG;

• Avro Shackleton MR.2 - WR964 204/Q 204 Sqn RAF Ballykelly 1953 White/DSG;

• Avro Shackleton MR.2 - WG554 A/A 42 Sqn RAF St Eval 1953 MSG/White;

• Avro Shackleton MR.2 - WL741 42/D 42 Sqn RAF St Eval 1960 White/DSG

One full set of national markings are supplied, including alternative fuselage roundels.

Instructions for the decal sheet are in full colour across two folded A4 sheets. Both side plus upper and lower views are provided for all aircraft. Stencils are not included.

Colour notes are supplied, along with model paint callouts for Xtracolor enamels and Xtracrylix acrylics.

The decals are beautifully printed and feature thin carrier film.

It's great to see that Hannants once again providing interesting marking options for a brand new kit. The alternative markings will be welcomed by RAF modellers.

Highly Recommended.

Purchased by the review from Hannants

Xtradecals are available online from Hannants' website

Review Text Copyright © 2015 by Brett Green
This Page Created on 18 November, 2015
Last updated 18 November, 2015

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