Gaincorp Sukhoi Flanker Photos

gavman · 10-04-2003, 03:46 PM

Gaincorp #8013 Chinese PLAAF Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker

Gaincorp #8015 Russian A.F. Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker

Giodi #8011 Russian A.F. Sukhoi Su-34 Strike Flanker

You are welcome to click on the links for larger images from my gallery at bytephoto.com.

B-huj · 10-13-2003, 06:38 AM

hey Gavin,

I have actually bought that "PLAAF Su-27"...and I don't hate it....but leaving that aside, my assumption was correct: they used that same mould, added canard wings and will release it as a "naval flanker".

I think they always had that naval version in mind when they desinged the so-called "su-27"....

FlyingMule · 10-14-2003, 09:14 AM

B-huj,

I agree, it's a shame about some of the technical inaccuracies, but I still think these models hold up well as part of any 1:72 modern jet fighter collection. I may be a little biased though; I've always admired the lines of the Su-27 and I do get a kick out of seeing mine sat next to a much smaller Dragon Models F-16!

It does seem odd that they didn't simply make a two different nosewheels and leave the tailhook off of the Su-27. Seems to me that these two features have easily and cheaply been fixed without any changes to the main mold. Still, I am looking forward to the Su-33s coming out.

Oh, and Gavman, I know that east-west relations are much better these days, but there's still something funny about seeing those "armed to the teeth" Flankers sat on the ramp, right in front of Air Force One.

Cheers,
Martin.

gavman · 10-15-2003, 12:50 AM

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Originally posted by FlyingMule
Oh, and Gavman, I know that east-west relations are much better these days, but there's still something funny about seeing those "armed to the teeth" Flankers sat on the ramp, right in front of Air Force One.

Well, the real answer to that one is my inability to find an appropriate panoramic background for my shots of foreign planes. Let's just say that the President is making a state visit, rather than having been intercepted and forced down!

- Gavin

Yannick · 10-15-2003, 11:54 AM

Here's another one to compliment your collection.

B-huj · 10-19-2003, 03:16 AM

For one thing, this grey plane looks more accurate than the previous "Chinese PLAAF" version...Although I must look into documentation to verify the existence of a GREY naval flanker....

I have the slight impression this may be yet another fantasy model.

Talking about fully loaded flankers intercepting AF1. My copy of the PLAAF Flanker will sit by the Dragon ROCAF F-16s soon, and I am sure they will get along better than their real-world counterparts. And cross-strait ties are not at their best...especially with presidential elections in Taiwan coming soon.

10-04-2003, 03:46 PM	#1
gavman Senior Collector Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 362	Gaincorp Sukhoi Flanker Photos Gaincorp #8013 Chinese PLAAF Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker Gaincorp #8015 Russian A.F. Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker Giodi #8011 Russian A.F. Sukhoi Su-34 Strike Flanker You are welcome to click on the links for larger images from my gallery at bytephoto.com. Last edited by gavman; 02-16-2004 at 11:40 AM.

10-15-2003, 11:54 AM	#5
Yannick Junior Collector Join Date: Oct 1999 Posts: 43	Here's another one to compliment your collection. Last edited by Yannick; 10-15-2003 at 11:54 AM.

10-19-2003, 03:16 AM	#6
B-huj Insane Collector Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,630	For one thing, this grey plane looks more accurate than the previous "Chinese PLAAF" version...Although I must look into documentation to verify the existence of a GREY naval flanker.... I have the slight impression this may be yet another fantasy model. Talking about fully loaded flankers intercepting AF1. My copy of the PLAAF Flanker will sit by the Dragon ROCAF F-16s soon, and I am sure they will get along better than their real-world counterparts. And cross-strait ties are not at their best...especially with presidential elections in Taiwan coming soon. Last edited by B-huj; 10-19-2003 at 03:17 AM.

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10-13-2003, 06:38 AM	#2
B-huj Insane Collector Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 1,630	hey Gavin, I have actually bought that "PLAAF Su-27"...and I don't hate it....but leaving that aside, my assumption was correct: they used that same mould, added canard wings and will release it as a "naval flanker". I think they always had that naval version in mind when they desinged the so-called "su-27"....

10-14-2003, 09:14 AM	#3
FlyingMule Collector Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 66	B-huj, I agree, it's a shame about some of the technical inaccuracies, but I still think these models hold up well as part of any 1:72 modern jet fighter collection. I may be a little biased though; I've always admired the lines of the Su-27 and I do get a kick out of seeing mine sat next to a much smaller Dragon Models F-16! It does seem odd that they didn't simply make a two different nosewheels and leave the tailhook off of the Su-27. Seems to me that these two features have easily and cheaply been fixed without any changes to the main mold. Still, I am looking forward to the Su-33s coming out. Oh, and Gavman, I know that east-west relations are much better these days, but there's still something funny about seeing those "armed to the teeth" Flankers sat on the ramp, right in front of Air Force One. Cheers, Martin.