Another kit of related interest to be released next month is the Clear Prop Models fixed undercarriage Curtiss Hawk 75 presented as the Hawk 75-M with three (?) Chinese markings options plus an Argentinian example. But nearly thirty quid for a small single engined fighter - ouch!
Curtiss Hawk monoplanes for China were explored by AoJ back in 2013 here and here but I dare say the punditry has probably moved on since then. The kit appears to include options for the 'Hawk Special', also known as the 'China Demonstrator', NR1276, in natural metal finish with Republic of China Air Force markings and the Curtiss logo, '75' reportedly flown by Chennault and photographed in both a glossy, pristine condition and much weathered as depicted in the Clear Prop box art and by the superb built-up model, and another camouflaged Chinese example '2501' of the 25th PS. The Argentine subject is NR1277, also in natural metal finish with Argentinian roundels and rudder 'flag'. I hope the 'Chinese blue' is printed on the decals as shown in the profiles and not too light or, heaven forbid, too turquoise!
The fixed leg Hawks have infinite charisma and evocation in their Sino-Japanese air war guise as hopefully the two AoJ articles demonstrate and the Clear Prop presentation is to be welcomed. Previous kits of this variant and in this scale are by RS Models in resin and Special Hobby injection moulded plastic in limited edition format in 2003.
Image credit: All © 2024 Clear Prop Models via HLJ
10 comments:
Well, this certainly fills a gap for those building up a collection to reflect that area of the war. Also, for those like to do chipping, it appears they can go hog wild on this one!
Thank you very much for the news, Nick. While not my cup of tea I am happy for every 1/72 release and if they are this high in quality, the better. I hope it is a success and encourages Clear Prop to continue releasing Japanese subjects like their beautiful A5M and Ki-51.
By the way, the starboard side picture of the completed model does not show in the carousel and clicking on it links to the port side picture.
Thanks Daniel, I've re-loaded that image. Some Google weirdness involved I think. Blogger used to be great, simple and straightforward to use until Google got their hands on it and 'improved' it. Now it's a PITA, both formatting text and posting pics. Regards Nick
What a neat little kit with some interesting schemes. The photos and the excellently finished model clearly show how important primer is to an aircraft's finish. Thanks for sharing, Nick.
Fantastic news indeed !... I can't get enough of RoCAF aircraft and a Hawk 75-M fits the bill perfectly!
The Clear Prop 75-M is an absolute gem of a kit, and I have been waiting for this since first laying eyes on the stunning Mania Ki-15 "Babs" box art from quite some time ago...a Curtiss Hawk can be seen flying out of the clouds in pursuit..
Another interesting post on the model front, and thanks as always for the links to previous relevant posts. Arma is slowly changing the picture for 1/72 modelers, especially if you're only going to build one. Though I must admit that those prices do make one miss the days when an important new kit meant buying more than one. Thank you Nick.
No anonymous comments please. Thank you.
That last one was Mark Smith, sorry.
Thanks Mark!
I saw the 1/48 test shots at E-day back in September, looked great. I wish however they release retractable landing gear versions sooner than later, especially H-75A-7 flown by KNIL.
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