Revell 1/32 Bell X-1 NACA 1949

By Eric Galliers

Here are photos of the completed X-1 operated by NACA during 1949.

Modifications/additions:

• RB productions seatbelts
• Airscale photo etch bezels
• Airscale decal instruments

Scratchbuilt:

• 3 x pitot tubes
• 2 x scoops aft fuselage
• Re-scribed
• Rocket nozzles

Decals:

• Kit insignia etc
• MH Models stencils

I used Mr Surfacer white 1000 spray to paint the aircraft, followed by Tamiya clear for the gloss coat. Polished to a high sheen using Tamiya compounds and wax.

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© Eric Galliers 2014

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This article was published on Tuesday, June 10 2014; Last modified on Sunday, October 09 2016

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