MiniArt Previews Advanced Version of 1/48th Scale P-47D-26-RE
MiniArt has previewed an advanced version of its new 1/48th scale P-47D-26-RE model kit. The advanced version includes upgraded parts and photo-etched details, making it a must-have for modelers who want to build the most accurate and detailed P-47D-26-RE possible.
The P-47D-26-RE was a variant of the P-47 Thunderbolt fighter-bomber that was used by the US Army Air Forces during World War II. It was powered by a Pratt & Whitney R-2800-103 engine and was armed with six .50 caliber machine guns and two 20mm cannons.
The MiniArt 1/48th scale P-47D-26-RE model kit is a highly detailed and accurate kit. It features a fully detailed cockpit, engine, and landing gear. The kit also includes a variety of optional parts, such as different propellers, exhausts, and armament.
The advanced version of the kit includes a number of upgrades, including:
- New photo-etched parts for the cockpit, engine, and landing gear
- New resin parts for the exhausts and armament
- New metal barrels for the machine guns
- New decals for a variety of P-47D-26-RE aircraft
The MiniArt 1/48th scale P-47D-26-RE advanced version model kit is a must-have for modelers who want to build the most accurate and detailed P-47D-26-RE possible.
From Modest to Complicated – MiniArt ups the trait on their P-47D
P-47D-25 RE Thunderbolt “Advanced kit”
From MiniArt Fashions
Equipment Negative: 48001
1/48 scale
The package comprises 3 marking possible choices within the field.
Sunny portions, complete engine & weighted wheels are integrated
Photo-etch portions integrated
Product Link on the MiniArt Website
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We first noticed the nucleus of this pristine form of one/forty eighth scale Thunderbolts of their catalogue for 2023, We have now discoverable the primary within the layout #48009 a “Basic Kit” P-47D from MiniArt. Now the “Advanced” package may be at the method.
What we noticed within the catalogue and a unclear concept of the diversities between the Modest & Complicated kits.
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The second one within the form was once known as the “Advanced Kit” model of the Republic P-47D-25 RE Thunderbolt. We have now some CADs that display the diversities between the kits and the upgrades (or extra excess paintings – your selection) within the pristine model.Â
First up, we see that this complicated package is stacked with .50 cals, ammo and ammo disciplines…
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 …and those bays may also be posed opened or closed
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A view from over the plane appearing the bays opened…
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A more in-depth view of the gun bay.
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…And closed – one or either one of direction may also be posed as your selection lets in.
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The aviation surfaces at the package may also be posed. Those flaps indisposed choice beneath…
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…and up within the model beneath right here.
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The alternative immense consideration grabber is the R-2800 engine. This may also be proven with cowlings on or off. The engine additionally comes with a wiring harness and photo-etched portions across the firewall.
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You’ll show this with out the photo-etch if you wish to have.
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A wiring diagram is equipped within the instruction handbook for the harness.
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This is the web page from the instruction handbook (nonetheless in procedure) of the wiring diagram.
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The cockpit after all is any other focal point level of this package. Photograph-etched harness, gunsight and trait at the back of the IP is enhanced in thinner subject matter.
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A view of the cockpit closed up with the PE harness…
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Alike to the unsophisticated package, the ordinary hub, six and 8 spoked wheels with diamond and habitual go patterned tread. Stunning choices.
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The D-25-RE omits the rate brakes, and we will see that just like the unsophisticated package the portions are supplied to near the wheel wells for those who want.
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A wiring diagram for the engine, the wheel smartly is integrated within the directions.
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The diagram from the instruction handbook so that you can produce your wiring for the wheel bays.
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The weighted tailwheel is a constituent of this and the unsophisticated package.
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The P-47D-25RE may lift a 2,500lb bomb load, and this one is equipped in 50, 100, 250 & 500lb bombs and smoke dischargers. Photograph-etch is equipped for the fins of those.
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The 200 Gal flat and 150 Gal P-38 taste exterior gasoline tanks
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We DO know that there are 3 marking variations integrated within the directions. Additionally, that no less than one in all them is the field artwork model. Probably the most vibrant & smartly -known Thunderbolts, that of  Lieutenant Colonel Gabreski’s Republic P-47D-25-RE Thunderbolt, 42-26418, RAF Boxted, Essex, England, 1944.
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A near up of the person in his mount, Lieutenant Colonel Francis S. Gabreski, commanding 61st Fighter Squadron, within the cockpit of his Republic P-47D-25-RE Thunderbolt, 42-26418, 1944. The marks display 28 enemy plane destroyed.Â
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