1:400 DC3 new mould

viva767-200 · 07-08-2009, 01:02 AM

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 01:36 AM

This looks good. Who is making this?

Thomas32125 · 07-08-2009, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by A Tupolev

This looks good. Who is making this?

It's JC Wings' new mould... They are the only brand which creates new moulds nowadays... Hopefully we see some JC E-Jets (175,190,195) soon!

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Thomas32125

It's JC Wings' new mould... They are the only brand which creates new moulds nowadays... Hopefully we see some JC E-Jets (175,190,195) soon!

Well, JC Wings is certainly bringing back some of the excitement in this hobby again.

Thomas32125 · 07-08-2009, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by A Tupolev

Well, JC Wings is certainly bringing back some of the excitement in this hobby again.

Absolutely! It's good to have at least one manufacturer bringing something unexpected every month!

SilkAirA320 · 07-08-2009, 02:34 AM

Good for JC. When you have a monopoly, like AC with retro releases, the result is ever increasing prices, no customer service and sliding quality. Not saying JC will be any better in any of those categories, but iit will certainly keep the competition honest.

I just went and ordered my first JC model (Air China L-100). While it has some problems and I wasn't going to get it, I decided that I will support this manufacturer with my wallet. Now please bring us a China Xinjiang IL-86.

Horst Muelemann · 07-08-2009, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Thomas32125

It's JC Wings' new mould... They are the only brand which creates new moulds nowadays... Hopefully we see some JC E-Jets (175,190,195) soon!

The only brand?
That's funny, I could have sworn I bought a new DC-4 last month, a DC-7 the previous month, and a B.377 the month before that. That same maker, also has a DC-3.
I agree that I would love to see some ERJs soon!!!!!!!!!

SilkAirA320 · 07-08-2009, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Horst Muelemann

The only brand?
That's funny, I could have sworn I bought a new DC-4 last month, a DC-7 the previous month, and a B.377 the month before that. That same maker, also has a DC-3.
I agree that I would love to see some ERJs soon!!!!!!!!!

That's a lot of exclamation points from a new user. Hmmmm....

It's also funny how quickly the same post disappeared from that "same maker's" forum.

jonatan47 · 07-08-2009, 04:00 AM

I love it, where can I buy this beauty?

QFA388 · 07-08-2009, 04:54 AM

Excellent!!!

Now a Qantas, Ansett and all the other Australian airlines please.
JC Wings provides another winner.
Well done.

Prestwick Pioneer · 07-08-2009, 06:18 AM

Hope the tailplanes do not have dihedral on them on this mould!!! I am sure there is room for more than one DC-3 mould. I understand it served with a few airlines and may even have seen some military service!!!!!!

davesoda · 07-08-2009, 06:30 AM

That looks pretty bloody good! As Tim said lets see some Aussie schemes, including RAAF and RAN.

Adrian · 07-08-2009, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Prestwick Pioneer

Hope the tailplanes do not have dihedral on them on this mould!!! I am sure there is room for more than one DC-3 mould.

Sandy, you forgot Herpa have one also? Don't know what that's like as I don't have one, but prop spinners look rather long.

Prestwick Pioneer · 07-08-2009, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Adrian

Sandy, you forgot Herpa have one also? Don't know what that's like as I don't have one, but prop spinners look rather long.

I had forgotten actually. Another under used DC- mould from our German friends. Yes, the spinners do look rather elongated here. Still, if they did a Starways or BUA one, i'm sure you would get it!! I would love an Emerald or Air Ulster one. But then so many DC-3s came thru the workshops at Prestwick that I could go overboard on them.

United Airlines DC-10 · 07-08-2009, 08:56 AM

Piedmont piedmont piedmont!!! Woot woot

Chansen · 07-08-2009, 10:10 AM

Damn! I am sold. Been wanting one done.

KenB · 07-08-2009, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Horst Muelemann

The only brand?
That's funny, I could have sworn I bought a new DC-4 last month, a DC-7 the previous month, and a B.377 the month before that. That same maker, also has a DC-3.
I agree that I would love to see some ERJs soon!!!!!!!!!

Don't forget the IL-18. The comment that only JC Wings comes out with new moulds is uninformed at best; dishonest at worst.

DIVORCED 1 · 07-08-2009, 11:04 AM

Stick BOAC or Air Anglia colours on this mould and we'll have a deal

Gavin Miller · 07-08-2009, 11:18 AM

Looks pretty good to me. I love the engines and props.

The nose/cockpit needs some more work though. It might just be the angle of the shot but the nose seems a bit pointy.

The cockpit window is missing a pillar in the main panel and the centre pillar should be more vertical. It seems DC-3 cockpits present challenges for more than just one manufacturer!

Overall, a pretty good effort from JC.

Gavin

Mystère · 07-08-2009, 03:27 PM

Very interesting, especially when you think the DC-3 is a never ending source of inspiration.

I would have commented the supposedly lack of innovative manufacturers but...

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Originally Posted by Horst Muelemann

The only brand?
That's funny, I could have sworn I bought a new DC-4 last month, a DC-7 the previous month, and a B.377 the month before that. That same maker, also has a DC-3.
I agree that I would love to see some ERJs soon!!!!!!!!!

Oh no, He's back !!!!!!!!!

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Originally Posted by KenB

Don't forget the IL-18. The comment that only JC Wings comes out with new moulds is uninformed at best; dishonest at worst.

And one of his barking puppies too !!!!!!!!!

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 04:21 PM

I would love to see this plane done.

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 04:24 PM

Here is another great DC-3.

EagleKnight · 07-08-2009, 05:29 PM

WOW! What a great release! Come to daddy!!!!!

This will look amazing beside the Aeronaves Britannia, also from our friend Johan Chan!

SilkAirA320 · 07-08-2009, 07:27 PM

I think Johan Chan is the new post-recession world's Andrew Klein.

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by SilkAirA320

I think Johan Chan is the new post-recession world's Andrew Klein.

Hopefully he won't be completely like Andrew Klein.

gospodin · 07-08-2009, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Adrian

Sandy, you forgot Herpa have one also? Don't know what that's like as I don't have one, but prop spinners look rather long.

I had a Herpa American Airlines DC-3, and I was not impressed. And you're right, the spinners are waaay too long, they would point downward.

Alaska Fan · 07-08-2009, 09:28 PM

you forgot these ...

4067 - Alitalia Boeing 767-35H/ER - SkyTeam colors

Aeronaves de Mexico DC-3/Britannia Set

4086 - Air France Cargo Boeing 777-200LRF

4058 - China Southern Cargo Boeing 777-F1B

40## - British Midland Shorts 360

40## - TransEuropean Il-86 - RA-86145

4047 - Air Austral A380-800

Alaska Fan · 07-08-2009, 09:30 PM

and in 1:200 scale

Air Amakusa DHC-8-100

Siberia Airlines Tu-154M (under 200 Your Craftsman logo)

JC2021 - Air France A320 Retro Jet

SilkAirA320 · 07-08-2009, 09:40 PM

Fantastic, now I don't have to get the cargo door-less Phoenix 777F, and can get this instead.

Ty-114 · 07-08-2009, 11:04 PM

This DC-3 looks very attractive.
How small it is next to the Britannia!

I am hoping for some Li-2 versions myself.
However I am happy to wait as I see a beautiful Transeuropean lady coming my way!!

A Tupolev · 07-08-2009, 11:15 PM

That Siber Ty-154 is very nice. Johnny Chan is the new airplane man.

jonatan47 · 07-09-2009, 04:52 AM

I love jcwings!

A Tupolev · 07-09-2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jonatan47

I love jcwings!

I suggest DAC start a topic section devoted to J C Wings discussion and releases. Hopefully Johnny Chan would participate to get feedback from collectors on future releases. J C Wings is the new future of this hobby.

jonatan47 · 07-09-2009, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by A Tupolev

I suggest DAC start a topic section devoted to J C Wings discussion and releases. Hopefully Johnny Chan would participate to get feedback from collectors on future releases. J C Wings is the new future of this hobby.

Amen brother!

Gavin Miller · 07-09-2009, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by A Tupolev

I suggest DAC start a topic section devoted to J C Wings discussion and releases. Hopefully Johnny Chan would participate to get feedback from collectors on future releases. J C Wings is the new future of this hobby.

Hmm ... future of this hobby? (are you just stirring Andrew?

)

They are showing great promise but have still got work to do to achieve the same standards as AeroClassics.

Most of their new 1/400 releases have been let down by oversized toylike landing gear. This is a shame because they have come up with some great stuff.

I would love to see more retro classics from JC Wings but, geez, they will have to address the landing gear issue if they really want to challenge AeroClassics.

Just my 2c worth ...

Gavin

EDIT: Mind you, reviewing some of the new releases posted in this thread, JC Wings may already be lifting their game - watch out Andrew!

QFA388 · 07-09-2009, 06:11 AM

I want the TransEuropean IL-86 (that will be 3 for 3) and the Shorts 360 for starters.
The DC-3 is a little cutie but agree with Gavin about maybe too pointy nose.
But I just hope the moudl gets some use and then Aussie liveries galore.

I think they are improving and putting aside other manufacturers products, these are considerably cheaper therefore more appealing to the collector in this day and financial age. That in itself is a reason not to just snub without consideration.

Finally, they keep giving the collectors new goodies and quite frequently too which is a good thing.

QFA388 · 07-09-2009, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by A Tupolev

I suggest DAC start a topic section devoted to J C Wings discussion and releases. Hopefully Johnny Chan would participate to get feedback from collectors on future releases. J C Wings is the new future of this hobby.

I think this is a good idea.

MidwestAirlines · 07-09-2009, 10:19 AM

I second the Catalina Flying Boats colors! I spent many days fueling these old birds and would love to see that one done. I'm not holding my breath though. It sure is good to have a manufacturer that cranks out new moulds. Great work JC wings!.

-Nick

Prestwick Pioneer · 07-09-2009, 04:06 PM

Lots of DC-3s to do. I do like the IL-86 mould, and I look forward to a Loganair Shorts 360 as well as Air Ecosse!

Mystère · 07-09-2009, 05:21 PM

Stunning releases !! I'm speechless !

Bigbird400 · 07-09-2009, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Prestwick Pioneer

Lots of DC-3s to do. I do like the IL-86 mould, and I look forward to a Loganair Shorts 360 as well as Air Ecosse!

I bet you will see lots of DC-3's soon......

Gavin Miller · 07-09-2009, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Gavin Miller

... The cockpit window is missing a pillar in the main panel ...

I have to apologize to JC Wings - in fact the particular machine they have modelled here only had a four piece windshield, so in fact is correct as represented. Full points for attention to detail!

Obviously not all DC-3s/C-47s had the familiar additional pillars (making it a six piece windshield).

Gavin

Roarer · 07-09-2009, 11:25 PM

Good timing!! something like this please!!:

Photos: Basler BT-67 Turbo-67 Aircraft Pictures | Airliners.net

http://www.airliners.net/photo/Mauri...0e6d435191271d

SilkAirA320 · 07-10-2009, 03:00 AM

AC just announced the same DC-3. AK must have been in the factory making the models himself to get it out that fast.

I saw that movie "Duplicity" the other day. The title sequence with the two CEO's beating up on each other need to be acted out by AK and JC.

viva767-200 · 07-10-2009, 07:55 AM

Monkey-see, Monkey-do . ha ha ha ha ha ha

Ty-114 · 07-10-2009, 09:30 PM

Yes, this would seem the appropriate response to Mr Klein.

crownvic · 07-10-2009, 11:01 PM

I own this model...It is quite nice...very accurate mould, rolling rubber tires, proper markings...Its a great model and I believe it is priced nearly half of what the competetions price is! Yahooooo!!!

jonatan47 · 07-11-2009, 02:31 AM

where did you bought it?

Diecast Wings · 07-17-2009, 12:12 AM

Would love one of these:

I know AC made one, but it's not very good.

UK_Dispatcher · 07-17-2009, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Prestwick Pioneer

Lots of DC-3s to do. I do like the IL-86 mould, and I look forward to a Loganair Shorts 360 as well as Air Ecosse!

I'm with you - particularly on the Air Ecosse! They had at least one Shorts 330 too, so hopefully that will come along in due course.