Many will know Shuttle from his Duxford reports and Corgi pre-production photos. He's tried his hand at a Code 3 project involving the Corgi TSR-2 and produced a fantastic "what-if " No.617 Sqn. operational scheme. Hopefully his efforts will whet your appetites and encourage Corgi to seriously consider doing one!
OK, I made a massive effort and got it finished in the last two days. I ended up using most of the parts from the Tornado Gr1 but swapped the drop tanks for a 'Hindenburger' pair. Using the aftermarket decal sheet I went for a simple 617 squadron scheme with the 'high viz' roundels. This reminded me of an RAF yearbook that had a great article on cancelled projects.
So this is a mid '1970's TSR.2 carrying the equipment that would eventually go onto the Tornado. With upgraded avionics, improved engines and a self defence 'fit' it would have been a very capable aircraft.
A 'code 3' is certainly an interesting experience. I approached it as a model Corgi could easily produce using existing parts from the tool bank. I think it would be a popular model and would even be a good 500/500 split run with another similar scheme (different squadron) or a different weapons fit.
Lessons learned:
1: I should have gone over the whole model with some 'wet and dry' to key the surface.
2: Metal chips paint very easily...!
3: Once you do a code 3 you appreciate a lot more the effort that goes into making a standard diecast.
Shuttle
So this is a mid '1970's TSR.2 carrying the equipment that would eventually go onto the Tornado. With upgraded avionics, improved engines and a self defence 'fit' it would have been a very capable aircraft.
A 'code 3' is certainly an interesting experience. I approached it as a model Corgi could easily produce using existing parts from the tool bank. I think it would be a popular model and would even be a good 500/500 split run with another similar scheme (different squadron) or a different weapons fit.
Lessons learned:
1: I should have gone over the whole model with some 'wet and dry' to key the surface.
2: Metal chips paint very easily...!
3: Once you do a code 3 you appreciate a lot more the effort that goes into making a standard diecast.
Shuttle
For more photos follow this link.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dora-9-Diecast/117765251636451
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