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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => What's New => Topic started by: James on November 18, 2016, 04:41:24 AM

Title: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: James on November 18, 2016, 04:41:24 AM
Just saw on Facebook that HpH Models has announced a 1/32 Aviatik Berg D.I. This is what was on Facebook: A brand new 1/32 scale kit is under process of preparing - the Aviatik Berg D.1!

James
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: oldalbie on November 18, 2016, 06:54:13 AM
Happy day!  About time the Berg got some love.
Title: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: James on November 18, 2016, 06:55:06 AM
Yep, a Phonix would be awesome as well in 1/32.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Juan on November 18, 2016, 07:17:12 AM
Awesome news  :D
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: lcarroll on November 18, 2016, 10:36:05 AM
    That is very good news, a new 1:32 Scale Kit release by "another" company!  (and a totally new subject, thanks for the news!) :o 8)
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: rolanddvi on November 18, 2016, 11:22:58 AM
Now that's thinking outside the box!!

Mike
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Manni on November 18, 2016, 04:21:32 PM
This is so great! I was ever wondering, why WNW doesn't do the DI, because of its so colourful schemes. So I am more happy that it will be done by an other brand. May be some other companies join in and do some more WWI Stuff.
Manni
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: PrzemoL on November 18, 2016, 06:51:18 PM
And maybe finally WNW will release some A-H subjects.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Russell on November 18, 2016, 07:46:27 PM
This is so great! I was ever wondering, why WNW doesn't do the DI, because of its so colourful schemes. So I am more happy that it will be done by an other brand. May be some other companies join in and do some more WWI Stuff.
Manni

Manni,

Perhaps it's also due to be the WnW 'surprise' Christmas release  ::)
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Manni on November 18, 2016, 07:48:40 PM
Let's cross the fingers. I want to do something more colourful.In the cold, dark winter time.
Manni
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: rhwinter on November 19, 2016, 03:22:17 AM
Fingers crossed!!!
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: ondra on November 19, 2016, 10:07:22 PM
I am really keen to see, how HpH will deal with their Berg. I built one several years ago and have to say that studying all the materials to get it at least about right was a hard job. Similarly to most austro-hungarian aircraft, basically every single plane was unique in this or that respect.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: oldalbie on November 20, 2016, 03:31:44 AM
That's true Ondra, there is a real individuality about the Bergs.  In addition, there were six different manufacturers each with a different configuration of the placement of the radiator, gun position, cowlings, etc.  I also wonder if they'll include decals for the Tarnstoff, which is also a fascinating subject.  For all the various types and some nice profiles + background I recommend the Ja-Po book on the subject.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: PrzemoL on November 23, 2016, 08:28:09 PM
Yes, knowing this problems with the identification of particular aircraft built by so many manufacturers, I suppose it it the main reason, WNW is not getting into this delicate subject. They tend to produce as exact models as possible and probably so many unknowns are too much for they internal tolerance (sir PJ's).
Or maybe simply sir PJ does not fancy A-H mess in the aircraft production  ;)
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Lorenzo on December 23, 2016, 06:05:19 AM
there is a new picture of this project on HPH facebook site  ( the engine)

https://www.facebook.com/hphmodels/photos/a.623861297707533.1073741827.620126918080971/1200737806686543/?type=3&theater (https://www.facebook.com/hphmodels/photos/a.623861297707533.1073741827.620126918080971/1200737806686543/?type=3&theater)

you can see on this engine picture a serial number, so we can deduce a color scheme of the kit.

this one

(http://img.wp.scn.ru/camms/ar/176/pics/175_20.jpg)
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Borsos on December 23, 2016, 06:14:20 AM
Although being a strict Western-Front modeller (until now), this one looks really mouth watering...
Borsos
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: oldalbie on December 23, 2016, 07:55:30 AM
Nice.  The link also shows the fuselage framework and engine.  We wants it precious.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Derrick on December 23, 2016, 10:15:10 AM
I like the look of this aircraft and have the datafile for it. Just wonder what it will cost and what the quality will be like. Think someone reviewed another kit from them, but were not overly positive about it, can't remember which. Think it was one of the seaplanes.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: uncletony on December 23, 2016, 10:57:43 AM
I like the look of this aircraft and have the datafile for it. Just wonder what it will cost and what the quality will be like. Think someone reviewed another kit from them, but were not overly positive about it, can't remember which. Think it was one of the seaplanes.

It will be expensive! I have their Macchi M5, it has some issues but it is exquisite all the same. I will definitely be in line for the Berg.
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: uncletony on December 24, 2016, 01:03:34 AM
Here's Des' build log of the HpH Macchi M5. You'll see he is quite frank about the kit's flaws, but you will also see that he managed to build it out to a stunningly gorgeous model:

http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=5904.0
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Monty on December 24, 2016, 04:36:50 AM
Very, very nice! May be a bit pricey, but welcome...
Regards,
Marc
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: Derrick on December 24, 2016, 06:29:22 AM
I do like the look of the aircraft and would like to add it to the stash one day, although with the release of the camel it will be put off further. Thanks for the link Bo, I think I will wait to see if someone else tackles this first. In a moment of madness, I had preordered the Aviattic Ansaldo "Balilla" (along with some other stuff) and that will be my first resin kit to be built. It is also the most I have ever spent on an overseas order, hopefully nothing will come up needing cash  :P (Camels not included). Also glad I don't smoke or drink.  :P
Title: Re: Aviatik Berg D.I
Post by: uncletony on December 24, 2016, 08:22:29 AM
In a moment of madness, I had preordered the Aviattic Ansaldo "Balilla"

Madness!? That was the sanest thing you've ever done ;D