Revell 04283 B-17G Flying Fortress 1:72 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit

I was quite impressed with this model when I finally got round to spraying, painting and assembling this. Revell have made quite the effort with this model and there is a lot of small detail you don't usually find on this scale model. Most surprising was that they made a much greater effort with this one than with two 1/48th scale models from the same stable. Both of those were nice, but lacking in so many areas. This one just blows them out of the water. Internal details are nice, the airframe and primary details are clean and clear. The turrets rotate, guns elevate and the whole thing goes together nicely. Very little excess plastic or flashing to gut away, good quality plastic, clear instructions and a nice set of decals make this a pleasure to build and display. If they had only made half the effort on the two larger models that they made on this one... This is still quite a large model, even though it is at the smaller end of the model scale, the wing span is impressive even in a relatively small model and you do get quite an appreciation for the size of this bomber, even if you haven't seen one up close and real. I think this, along with a particularly good Lancaster I got a while back are two of my favourite models in my collection. They look splendid once painted and decked out with the available decals and a little but of attention to wear and weathering really makes it pop. A lot of very small parts and fiddly areas will make this a challenge for people new to modelling, but sometimes a challenge can be good, especially when the end result is so impressive. Not suitable for young people for the same reason - small pieces. Similarly, adult supervision may be advisable as there is a lot of cutting to do to make this model. Time to invest in a good pair of side-cutters if you haven't already.

If you want a great model that will give you lots to do and loads of detail this is a great buy. I loved making it took about a week and the kit is very well made with lots of lovely detail to keep you busy. You will need to buy the paint if you do not have a stock of paint already it will be about 15 small Revell pots of paint plus you will need some decal fix and some filler in case you have any gaps to fill.The finished model looks really great but you really need to take it a step at a time and double check on the parts before gluing together. Revell kits are pretty good having made several now they have all been fun to make and nicely made. The instructions are clear and fairly easy to follow but I do tend to write out all the paint numbers on a separate a4 sheet of paper for refrence when making the model.So very happy with this model it was great fun to make and I know have wonderful model.If your going to make it make sure you have an airbrush for the paint job and some masking tape for the finer details.10 out of 10 for a very good model.

A decent model of a B-17 bomber, as a beginner of model building I did find it fiddly at parts, but for someone advanced in model building might find it easier. Once build and painted it was a decent mount piece to have in an office or a bed room! For the price I payed I thought it was worth it, the enjoyment that came from it as well was worth the price!! Great as a present for yourself or for a friend/ family

Not built this model yet, but going through the kit everything looks great and the sprues are good , iv built many models and know when something is rubbish, so iv given 5 stars without building the kit , I'll post pics once built .

This plane was really good I even brought two Because they were really good would definitely recommend this for people who are starting out on model making 10/10 would recommend

First model ive completed in over 25 years . Realy enjoyed it . Very intricate detail inside which was testing but was very rewarding . A great 1st comeback model at a realy good price , great value for money .

Good model to make.Bit tricky with lots of small parts to assemble so a good challenge.looks great when finished.Delivered very quickly.Enjoyed making this.

Es increíble el nivel de detalle por un precio tan módico. Lo aconsejo al cien por cien, es una maqueta a la que habrá que dedicarle muchas horas, pero sin duda el resultado final va ser espectacular. Producto totalmente recomendable.

Shipping was a bit slow but plane has bin fun to assemble

Apu Biswas

気に入った所は透明部品が多くてマスキングが多くありました。プラモデル好きには楽しい作業です。後ろの機銃は選択出来て２種類ついてました。1/48だと大きすぎるので1/72を購入しました。箱のイラストは機体の半分後ろが緑の迷彩ですが僕は全部銀色の塗装で仕上げました。 気に入らないとこはないです。 仕上がりが綺麗に出来たので値段以上にですね。

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