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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Completed models => Topic started by: PrzemoL on May 31, 2023, 06:46:07 AM

Title: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: PrzemoL on May 31, 2023, 06:46:07 AM
The final gallery of my attempt at the spectacular but very demanding Lukgraph kit. The model presents L75 from the first production batch of Tl type delivered in November 1915 to Pula naval base.

The kit is spectacular but some amendments were necessary imho - oil tank with installation, fuel lines to the carburettor, throttle control rods and a couple of differently led rigging lines. Also the kit options L127 and L135 should have Rapp engine - that was why I chose L75 which was powered by the Hiero engine included in the kit.

All in all it was a great modeling adventure and I do not remember building a more difficult model. Note that it is not a complaint about the kit, it just resulted from the intricacy of the Lohner flying boats structure.

(https://i.ibb.co/kHRTN3t/loht-01.jpg)
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(https://i.ibb.co/JBxLwDQ/loht-05.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/ryM6mTG/loht-06.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/KyCNsqG/loht-07.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/N6YJfRL/loht-08.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/CKsD7VK/loht-09.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/r394NzJ/loht-10.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/hfGMCg2/loht-11.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/P9S7zk3/loht-12.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/NyFP4DD/loht-13.jpg)
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(https://i.ibb.co/7vkZgt2/loht-15.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Z89yj8W/loht-16.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/CVWn9NT/loht-17.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/QKMHDc9/loht-18.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Z1wmh7X/loht-19.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/G7p9t0S/loht-20.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/BCd7N9x/loht-21.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/93d0R8x/loht-22.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/yn9tFYX/loht-23.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/m59hnSx/loht-24.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/W5jg38y/loht-25.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/SBGgznH/loht-26.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/SmKcmW1/loht-27.jpg)
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(https://i.ibb.co/KwJZ2Pr/loht-29.jpg)
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Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: RichieW on May 31, 2023, 07:21:34 AM
Well that's a spectacular model from a spectacular kit. It was a real pleasure to follow the thread and see your careful preparation. Mind blowing!

Richie
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Tim Mixon on May 31, 2023, 07:33:50 AM
Przemol,
Excellent work on this demanding model. Your final product is a work of art! 
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Borsos on May 31, 2023, 08:45:14 AM
Terrific outcome, very informative build log and a very nice airplane in general. Really great all around!
I for myself had thought I‘ve read that they changed the unreliable Rapp engines for Hieros as soon as they were available. But I cannot remember where I‘ve read this.
Andreas
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Saso Krasovec on May 31, 2023, 02:26:55 PM
Excellent work, bravo  :) :) :)
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Boch on May 31, 2023, 04:11:02 PM
It looks unbelievable. Like an ancient bird. The workmanship is a true masterpiece. I'm delighted.

Lukasz
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: macsporran on May 31, 2023, 05:30:27 PM
Triumphantly brought home, Prz, what a cracker!
When they are as difficult as this, the result is all the sweeter.
Great dramatic colours too.
Sandy
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Dirigible-Al on May 31, 2023, 08:40:31 PM
Well done Prz
I think I have used up all the complementary words in the English language on your previous builds. Another great build to the same great standard.
Alan
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: kensar on May 31, 2023, 09:43:46 PM
A superb model, Przemol.  One can see it's quite complicated and the detail you have put in makes it more so.  The exposed engine is a model in itself.
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: gedmundson on May 31, 2023, 11:56:33 PM
Truly magnificent, Prze. Something to admire for a long time.
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: RAGIII on June 01, 2023, 01:38:51 AM
An Absolutely Beautiful Model in all Aspects Przemo! Truly inspiring build!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: DaveB on June 01, 2023, 03:04:13 AM
Your Lohner model is truly outstanding, Prez -

Excellent wood tones on the fuselage

Regards

Dave
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: KiwiZac on June 01, 2023, 02:31:56 PM
Truly breathtaking work Prze, what a beauty. I know you encountered difficulties along the way but the finished model betrays none of those - bravo my friend!
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: PrzemoL on June 01, 2023, 09:48:34 PM
Thank you everyone for the kind welcome to my model.

Terrific outcome, very informative build log and a very nice airplane in general. Really great all around!
I for myself had thought I‘ve read that they changed the unreliable Rapp engines for Hieros as soon as they were available. But I cannot remember where I‘ve read this.
Andreas

The engine exchange was surely possible but unfortunately all the photos of L127 and L135, which I have seen, show it with Rapp engine.
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Mike Norris (UK) on June 02, 2023, 05:58:12 AM
Truly a master class  :),

Mike
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: lone modeller on June 02, 2023, 07:37:17 AM
I followed your log and that alone was a lesson in perseverance and skill. The extra details make this an outstanding model. I am always in awe of your models, and this one leaves me admiring your work all the more.

Stephen.
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Brad Cancian on June 02, 2023, 05:23:46 PM
Outstanding as always!
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: PrzemoL on June 06, 2023, 05:00:57 AM
Thank you, Mike, Stephen and Brad. I appreciate your kind comments very much.
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 09, 2023, 01:44:12 AM
Holy Cow...definitely something to shoot for.  I do believe this thing has more rigging than a Farman!  The sparrow could not get out of those wings and struts!

Astounding...Dan
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Von Salza on June 11, 2023, 06:27:43 AM
Great build, Przemek. As it was easy to foresee.
Your opinion about difficulty of this model frightened me a little.
During my adventure, one eye will stare at the model, the other one - on Your workshop.
BTW, I've mailed with Lukgraph owner asking if he' going to change the engine to Rapp. He said there are no such plans in coming future.
That's it.
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: PrzemoL on June 13, 2023, 05:25:48 PM
Thanks a lot, Dan and von Salza.

Holy Cow...definitely something to shoot for.  I do believe this thing has more rigging than a Farman!  The sparrow could not get out of those wings and struts!

Astounding...Dan

Well over 100 lines, comparable with FE2b ;)


BTW, I've mailed with Lukgraph owner asking if he' going to change the engine to Rapp. He said there are no such plans in coming future.
That's it.

I know, I know. So building the lovely museum example L125 requires scratching the engine...
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: Flamingo on June 14, 2023, 04:19:55 AM
Wonderful model, excellent finish!
Really love this boat.
Joachim
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: dr 1 ace on June 18, 2023, 11:14:39 PM
Consistently Wonderful work fom you !

Ed
Title: Re: Lohner Type Tl (L75) (1/32, Lukgraph)
Post by: PrzemoL on June 21, 2023, 01:06:29 AM
Thank you, Joachim and Ed, I am glad you like my L75  :)