Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt (Osprey Modelling) [Paperback]

Brett Green (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 25, 2004 | Series: Osprey Modelling (Book 11)

The P-47 Thunderbolt, affectionately nicknamed the ‘Jug’, was one of the most famous fighter aircraft of World War II. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, it quickly gained a reputation for being tough and resilient. Many different air forces operated this plane, and it sported a wide range of camouflage schemes, finishes and markings, including stunning nose art. Modellers have been well served with Thunderbolt kits over the years, right up to the latest highly accurate releases. This book takes a step-by-step approach to modelling a wide variety of P-47 types in 1/48-scale, from ‘Razorbacks’ in USAAF colours to RAF T-bolts in the Far East. It provides expert advice on conversions (including a Bubbletop to a P-47M), adding aftermarket items, detailing, and ways to achieve top quality weathering and finishes.

Editorial Reviews

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'superb . . . step-by-step illustrations, informative text, and extremely impressive photographs of the finished models' -- Des Knock (Model Aircraft Monthly)

‘essential for modellers of the "Jug". Highly recommended!’ -- John Prigent (Internet Modeler)

‘essential for modellers of the "Jug". Highly recommended!’ -- John Prigent, Internet Modeler, 2004

From the Publisher

Osprey modelling series - Each book is a complete guide to building, detailing, converting and customising models. From handy hints for beginners, to creative projects for advanced model makers, each book uncovers the secrets of successful model making.

Specially commissioned step-by-step photography illustrates each stage of the process from basic construction through to the finishing touches, whilst colour reference cards help you to achieve a perfect finish.

The authors behind Osprey Modelling are some of the biggest names in the world of modelling today, and include series editor Robert Oehler, formerly of Tamiya America. Osprey Modelling covers subjects ranging from the tanks, aircraft and tank crew of World War 2, through to the Harriers that served in the first Gulf War and Afghanistan.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (July 25, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841767956
• ISBN-13: 978-1841767956
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.2 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,673,776 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars Misleading title, excercise caution., September 25, 2004

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John Nickerson "BCHMA /IPMS member" (Middleboro, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)

The book title is misleading. The title should include"....in 1/48 Scale." That is the only scale this Vol. in the Osprey Modeling series addresses. There is no mention of any of the other scale kits on the market. With this said, if you enjoy building one quarter scale "Jugs", you might rate this book higher that I did. The book outlines almost step by step building of all the currently popular 1/48 scale kits. There is little discussion of which kits are the best, but once chosen for the project the flaws of that kit are pointed out for correction. This includes sanding down the raised wing sections of the Academy 47D kit. I don't know about you, but my inclination is to start with a better kit. Yes, there are good model construction instructions to follow and learn from but you can get a lot of these ideas from other how to books.