1/24 Airfix Typhoon: Part 1

In the first episode of this series, I construct the cockpit and engine of Airfix's Typhoon 1b. This kit offers new challenges in a large scale as things that were before able to be hidden are blatantly obvious. Fit issues with the engine build almost put this build off track before it really starts.

[@jamesdarby5462]

Superb and helpful video. I have been "sitting" on mine for about 5 years, almost too afraid to build it, in case I balls it up!!! Despite being a very experienced modeller, this is a scary proposition. You have inspired me to get started. Many thanks.

[@darronhedges5873]

Going from \48 to a \32 Mustang i realized how much you can get away with 'scruffy' scratchbuild work on smaller scales,\24 you have nowhere to hide.Looks great,as usual.

[@johnmclean6498]

I have always been fascinated by this aircraft and its powerplant. You have the engine looking first class with your skill and patience. BTW, the "tail" issue wasn't caused by overstressing, but rather by the elevator balance attachment shearing unexpectedly causing flutter and failure. It was a simple re-inforcing and re-design which solved the problem. Something like 28 aircraft were so lost, most of the unfortunate pilots lost. Looking forward to more of your build.

[@robbo1068]

A really great start....lots of detailing, scratch-building and informative commentary. Regardless of the fit issues you are doing a stellar job so will look forward to the next episode/s.

[@rukinsoonawala714]

The avionics' decals are all supposed to go on the back of the glass for the three dimensional effect. I used them on Tamiya's 1/32 A6M5 and they laid down like a dream and the cockpit looked absolutely fabulous OOB.

[@voodoonights1671]

Lovely start . Looking forward to the rest of this.

[@greybeardmodels]

That's a great start. I'm nearing the end of my build. Everything you found, I found. Its a great kit to build but you need to be experienced and on top of your game. I added the Eduard Cockpit detail etch kit and also the Airscale Instrument Panel kit. Good luck with the rest of the build.

[@BrettG64]

Some great work there, MG. I'm really digging all of the extra work on that engine!

[@Superm0ix]

It's looking fantastic!!!

[@LsScaleModels]

Thank you for the inspiration. Excellent work. Looking at my model after applying some of your techniques, It's Looking fantastic. Look forward to viewing some more of your builds.

[@mtacoustic1]

Dekal?? Oh! DEE - Cal! Love Tiffys! A real bulldog of an aircraft.

[@tomcline5631]

When you were talking about the clear control panel piece,I've built some semi truck models,1\25 scale and a couple 1\16 scale ,that had both decals and glass for the dash,and the instructions were very specific about putting the decals in the gauges and then placing the glass over them. I'd imagine it's the same concept here. Lots of this shit crosses over,so hope this helps in any future builds. Had to massage the clear pieces edges a little but worth the effort! Especially since you don't have to wait for the product you use for glass look to dry. Some of that stuff takes forever to cure. I remember the testers clear maker stuff, it knocked your build back like 36 hrs for it to dry hard enough not to deform.

[@SprueFascinationChannel]

That's coming along nicely.

[@paulmillard1130]

Hawker was expert using 1920s tube frame technology just like on the Hurricane but they should have moved on to aluminium sheet construction at this level .Flying one of these would be akin to a rodeo rider .A model I wanted above all others in 1/48 and I maybe one of these 1/24 but the extra work involved as I know Airfix would let me down Ive been making them over 50 years . You are doing a nice job of this you have more patience than I.

[@johnhodges8529]

Brilliant… Really effective build. Thank you!

[@gerryparker1390]

Oh oh, I have this kit and those kit issues are probably bigger than I can handle. Nice work and excellent, informative narration. While I am at it well photographed and lit.

[@mensrea2686]

Excellent work my friend

[@TheBodi91]

So far so nice!

[@bobdyer422]

Just take your time and it'll build out properly. A couple of friends have built this monster and what you complain about,they did also. The only Typhoon that is left in the world is at the IWM in the UK, BUT it was found in the U.S. in a hangar at the now O'Hare International. This "Tiffy" was missing outer fuse panels, radiator & proper gunsight. That's why Airfix got the rad wrong along with the gunsight. Airfix 1/24th is a walk in the park compared to Trumpeter & Vintage Fighter 1/24th kits. Looks good, KUTGW!

[@iannicholls7476]

Thanks a lot. I really enjoyed that. I like your format- no annoying background music; good close-ups and plenty of intelligent commentary about what you are doing. I’ve hit subscribe!