Some kit
companies produce kits that we all want, but once we get them, we find that they
somehow missed. This can be said about the Trumpeter Su-15TM kit. Pavla has
realized a need for some proper bits for this kit and so has started by
providing us with a replacement cockpit. This also includes the upper fuselage
decking. This is a VERY thin casting an as such displays some warpage. However,
the thinness that caused it also makes it easy to cure. Either run the part
under hot water to straighten it, or perform some controlled gluing to get it
flat.
But I am getting ahead of myself somewhat. In with this
set is a new cockpit tub, a pair of inner bulkhead sections, new instrument
panel, control stick, gun sight and a new seat with molded on belt detail. Also
are two types of vacuformed canopy, one with a raised bump for a mirror and one
without.
A fine new set that is sure to improve the look of your
Trumpeter Su-15TM considerably.
August 2008
Review copy courtesy of the fine folks at
Pavla Models
. Visit them at their
website.