1:48th scale Sopwith Camel

[Mike Norris]

Hi all,
As I specifically build 1:32nd scale aircraft, I wanted to see how a smaller scale model would be to build.
So I've started on an 'Eduard' Sopwith F.1 Camel (Bentley) (kit 8485).
Suffice to say it's much smaller than I thought it would be.
So it presents it's own challenges, not least trying to get half decent photographs!!.
I've used the 'Barracuda Studios' resin seat.
I've also added bracing and control rigging as well as additional pipework etc.
I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.

Mike

[djuggie]

Mike,

What a beautiful build.  Clean, complete cockkpit, just like the big boys.  Thank you for posting.

Dennis

[Edo]

a ittle gem!

ciao
edo

[FAf]

Great idea! As I've yet to build a 1/32 Camel while I've built three of these Eduard models, it'll be interesting to see what you might point out during your build.

I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.

You are absolutely right about that, but it sure looks great. If you're using the upper wing with the larger opening, then one can see fairly much of the cockpit.

Cheers
Fredrik

[NigelR]

As I specifically build 1:32nd scale aircraft, I wanted to see how a smaller scale model would be to build.

I've also added bracing and control rigging as well as additional pipework etc.
I don't know why as obviously it's virtually impossible to see.

There's your answer! Even 1/48 is a bit teeny tiny these days Mind you, it's hard to see in the Camel cockpit anyway.

Seriosuly, a very nice start. Dave Hooper tells me the new Camels are lovely models and you've made a great start on this one. What I can see looks really good.