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A collection of “new made” parts, believed to be for a Bristol Scout, have been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
This collection of new made parts are made to a very high professional standard . The wheels are included but don’t fit the axil. The cockpit floor heel boards rudder bar and wing parts etc are shown in my photos… Complete axil and 4 support struts. Includes rear part of cockpit combing, see photos Research suggests Bristol Scout.
The parts collection is located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £699, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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HpH Models has begun accepting orders for what they describe as the “world’s biggest 1/32 scale model kit” representing the Messerschmitt Me 323 D-6 “Gigant.”
The limited edition, multi-material offering (HPH 32046L) has a staggering wingspan of 1726 mm, or about 5.6 ft, while its fuselage measures 890 mm, or about 3 ft.
Production is slated to begin during the seventh week of 2023, and as an exclusive model, only one kit will reportedly be manufactured per week. The company states that those who place orders will receive a certificate with the serial number and the week their model will be sent.
As the model is huge, it also has a huge pricetag, with the current cost set at 1 575,21€, or about US $1,721.
Click below to check out a promo video for the release.
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A Rolls Royce Griffon Mk 58 aircraft engine has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
rolls royce griffon engine Mark 58 rebuild by Rolls Royce England engine has the log docs. it is housed in a QEC so it has the radiators we can ship world wide
The engine is located in Wichita, Kansas and is currently available for US $97,000. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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A 1947 Stearman A75 “famously owned by Walt Pierce” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
This is a 1947 Stearman A75 famously owned by Walt Pierce it has Pratt & Whitney 985 engine with a little over 300 hours, airframe time is a bit over 8k the propeller having a 2023 overhaul. This Stearman has had both bottom wings redone in 2022 aircraft need to be finished theres a lot of extra parts that will go with the airplane everything is there to complete the build all records and logs are complete unfortunately I don’t have the time to finish the aircraft rather it goes to a good home.
The aircraft is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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A de Havilland Gypsy queen aero engine has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
De Havilland Gypsy queen aero engine as removed from the aircraft. Flight time expired but lots of life left for fitting into a vintage car chassis. Complete other than the starter motor. Air cooled approximately 11LTR,400HP, 6 cylinder, dry sump which with some modification would enable the engine to run with the pistons at the top. There are lots of 4 cylinder Gypsy engines that have been inverted running in VSCC cars.
The engine is located in Cwmbran, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £5,500, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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DoraWings has released the first test build images of their upcoming P-47B Thunderbolt model kit in 1/48 scale.
Details appear to be extremely limited at the moment, but the photos give a good indication of what to expect. Click below to see more.
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The latest from our sister channel DX Modelworks is up and it focuses on SIG’s beautiful 1/16 scale Monocoupe kit.
This particular build is a conversion from rubber power to RC, and like the channel’s previous videos, its photo documentation and tips will likely be helpful to both new and experienced modelers alike.
Click below to check it out. If you’re pleased with what you see, please consider subscribing to the channel. Likes and shares are also greatly appreciated!
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We’re finally turning some attention to our YouTube channel and are beginning by answering a question we’re sure has been keeping you up at night: what are all these inverted “T” shapes on Sopwith aircraft?
Click below to learn the answer, and please be sure to subscribe to our channel. If you’re into WW1 / Golden Age aircraft models, please subscribe to DX Modelworks’ new channel.
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A 1947 Stinson 108-2 Voyager airframe has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
1947 Stinson 108-2 Voyager airframe, 3,259 TT, flipped on back, Clevelands, cheap!… This airplane has been converted from the original (marginal) wheel and brake system to the modern Cleveland wheels and brakes to stop after a very short ground roll when required. Unfortunately, this airplane suffered damage as a result of a ground loop gone bad, and those strong brakes helped to tip it over onto it’s back!… Inside, most of the flight instruments are installed… and all of the engine instrumentation is intact, but the avionics have been removed. The engine and it’s accessories have been removed and are not included, but the engine mount and engine control cables are intact. Sold with logbooks since brand new in 1947 til the current annual, which just expired November of 2022.
The airframe is located in Cottage Grove, Oregon and is available for US $1,495. Bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay, which includes many additional photos and details.
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Our friend DX Modelworks has created a new video documenting the construction of Microaces’ RC bristol Fighter model kit in 1/24 scale.
Like his previous video for the Microaces Sopwith Camel, the video’s photo documentation and tips will likely be helpful to both new and experienced modelers alike.
Click below to check it out.
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