In my opinion, it is currently the
best kit that reproduces the P-47 Thunderbolt in 1/48 scale – Absolutely – Congratulations
Tamiya.
The only negative detail : the wheels of the undercarriage, are of thin section,
but is a mistake that can easily be put right.
Painting
I have used the Alclad metalizer for the overall baremetal finish. For the D DAY stripes I have used the airbrush.
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Decals
I found the AeroMaster sheet 48-077 – Stripes & Checkers. Please, use
great care when apply ing
the Check pattern decals on the cowling engine.
Historic News
Personally I have wanted to represent this aircraft to remember the 60th anniversary of the D DAY, the aircraft of the Lt. T.Bayley of 356th FG 361st FS 8th AF based at
Martlesham, Norfolk (England) – Another “Zombie” belonged to an unknown pilot
with the 83rd FS 78FG based at Duxford (England – June 1944 See “P.47 in Action” Squadron Signal.
Conclusion
Due to the high quality of this kit, I never use resin parts and photo etch.
On the contrary, for the canopy panels, I used masks (EZ MASK Canada) for a good job on the canopy panels and the undercarriage wheels.
Photography
I took my photos in open air.
Giuseppe
– Sanremo (Italy)
I've also included a photo of what I used as a background....a mountain in Sanremo (Italy)
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