Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale Rumpler C.IV Early
By Phillip Gore
This is my Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale Rumpler C.IV Early finished recently. It was built straight from the box. Although I am not WWI modeler, for several years I have wanted to build one of their kits because I read so many good things about them. The Rumpler C.IV Early was the first Wingnut Wings airplane that really got my attention. After building the kit all I can say is that everything I read about the company is true. Even their website contains a lot of helpful information. This is one of the highest quality model kits I have ever seen.
The Rumpler, a two seated airplane used for reconnaissance, artillery spotting and light bombing, was introduced in the first few months of 1917. Due to its impressive speed, range and high ceiling limits this aircraft was an immediate success in combat, and for a time was able to operate deep behind enemy lines without much threat of being shot down. Various versions of the Rumpler continued in service until the Great War ended in November 1918.
I hope you enjoy the photos.
© Phillip Gore 2013
This article was published on Sunday, February 10 2013; Last modified on Sunday, May 19 2013