Sk.28 Vampire T.11
Photo Etch

Maestro Models, 1/72 scale

S u m m a r y :
Catalogue Number:	Maestro Models Item No. MAX MMP7227 - Sk.28 Vampire T.11 Photo Etch
Price:	Available from the Maestro Models website
Scale:	1/72
Contents & Media	1 pre painted photo etch fret with ~100 items, 1 double sided A4 instruction sheet
Review Type:	First Look.
Advantages:	Simple replacement of kit items. In particular the pre-painted etch panel saves a lot of hassle in 1/72 scale.
Disadvantages:
Conclusion:	A simple update set ideal for anyone new to using photo etch

Reviewed by Michael Drover

HyperScale is proudly supported by Squadron.com

This photo etched set is specifically designed for the 1/72 Airfix Vampire T.11 kit. A healthy dose of photo etch is supplied and most parts of the Airfix kit will get a new(er?) lease of life.

• 
• 
• 

Thumbnail panels:

The etch set has you replace the entire instrument panel with a sandwich instrument panel and printed dial arrangement. New rudder pedals, gunsight, trim wheel, and ancillary instrument boxes complete the panel. The kit seats are also replaced with the folded etch variety as are the seat harnesses. The overhead centre beam for the canopy is also provided as well as the cockpit locking handle and the rearview mirror. The kit will certainly benefit in this area as posing the kit cockpit open will reveal a canopy frame void of any framing or structure.

Externally the kit will benefit from some photo etch additions in some key locations that will add visual interest and detail to the model. These items are primarily hinges, inspection and fuel panels and radio antennae.

For those looking to add additional detail to the Airfix Vampire, this set provides a useful amount of etch without being too complicated. If you like to work with etch and prefer to add detail using this media I recommend it for you.

Recommended

Thanks to Maestro Models for the review sample..

Review Text and Image Copyright © 2014 by Michael Drover
Page Created 30 July, 2014
Last updated 30 July, 2014

Back to HyperScale Main Page

Back to Reviews Page