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Not the Downfall GB #1 - Centaurus Barracuda

Started by kitbasher, April 01, 2026, 03:55:18 AM

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April 01, 2026, 03:55:18 AM Last Edit: April 01, 2026, 04:01:24 AM by kitbasher
This was originally started two years ago, based on a NOVO Barracuda.  Pretty rapid progress and then it went into the part-build box.  Once the Downfall GB was added to this year's GB schedule I decided to revive it in the background of the GB - it was too far down the build road for it to be considered for the GB, especially as I'm one of the mods and had to be squeaky clean when it came to admitting part-builds (or not).

Anyway, the build is officially revived! 

The Centaurus cowling (not seen here) plus prop was originally going to come from a PM Sea Fury but I think they'll now be donated by the Special Hobby Sea Fury I'm prepping for a Hawker P.1030 build.

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More to follow - have set the closing date for the Downfall GB as the deadline to get this done by.
What If? & Secret Project SIG member.
On the go: Beaumaris/Battle/Bronco/Barracuda/F-105ish/Flatning/Hellcat IV/Hunter PR11/Hurri IIc/Ice Cream Tank/JP T4/Jumo MiG-15/P1103 (early)/P1127/P1154-ish/Phantom FG1/I-153/Sea Hawk T7/Spit XII/Spitfire Tr18/Twin Otter/FrankenCOIN/Frankenfighter/Fury F2

PR19_Kit

#1
April 01, 2026, 04:13:15 AM
Oh yes, I'm all for radial engined 'cudas.  :thumbsup:

They're SO logical for an essentially FAA aircraft.
Kit's Rule 1 ) Any aircraft can be improved by fitting longer wings, and/or a longer fuselage
Kit's Rule 2) The backstory can always be changed to suit the model

...and I'm not a closeted 'Take That' fan, I'm a REAL fan! :)

Regards
Kit

zenrat

#2
April 01, 2026, 04:15:44 AM
I'd let you enter that.  You seem to be taking modding very seriously.  :mellow:
Fred

- Can't be bothered to do the proper research and get it right.  Revelling in numptytism.

Another ill conceived, lazily thought out, crudely executed, badly painted piece of half arsed what-if modelling muppetry.

zenrat industries:  We're everywhere, for your convenience.

Pellson

#3
April 01, 2026, 11:06:08 AM
Quote from: zenrat on April 01, 2026, 04:15:44 AMI'd let you enter that.  You seem to be taking modding very seriously.  :mellow:

I second that. Its barely looked at, for crying out loud.  :thumbsup:
(Also, I have a similar Barracuda looking to get a Sabre engine up front. One day.. )
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition!

Doug K

#4
April 03, 2026, 09:58:47 AM
Dagnabbit, I just took delivery of a Special Hobby Barra for the same reasons

Old Wombat

#5
April 03, 2026, 10:16:55 AM
Quote from: Doug K on April 03, 2026, 09:58:47 AMDagnabbit, I just took delivery of a Special Hobby Barra for the same reasons

Nothing wrong with multiple interpretations of the same idea!  :thumbsup:
Has a life outside of What-If & wishes it would stop interfering!

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kitbasher

#6
April 03, 2026, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: Doug K on April 03, 2026, 09:58:47 AMDagnabbit, I just took delivery of a Special Hobby Barra for the same reasons


Go for it!  Yours can be in the Downfall GB, mine won't be (as explained).
What If? & Secret Project SIG member.
On the go: Beaumaris/Battle/Bronco/Barracuda/F-105ish/Flatning/Hellcat IV/Hunter PR11/Hurri IIc/Ice Cream Tank/JP T4/Jumo MiG-15/P1103 (early)/P1127/P1154-ish/Phantom FG1/I-153/Sea Hawk T7/Spit XII/Spitfire Tr18/Twin Otter/FrankenCOIN/Frankenfighter/Fury F2

kitbasher

#7
May 10, 2026, 08:37:26 AM
 A little progress today.

New pilot instrument panel, wheel wells partially boxed, a little bit of cockpit canopy work.

The Not The Op Downfall GB Hellcat is taking the lead down the construction path; will continue chipping away at the Barra, which is #2 in the build hierarchy.
What If? & Secret Project SIG member.
On the go: Beaumaris/Battle/Bronco/Barracuda/F-105ish/Flatning/Hellcat IV/Hunter PR11/Hurri IIc/Ice Cream Tank/JP T4/Jumo MiG-15/P1103 (early)/P1127/P1154-ish/Phantom FG1/I-153/Sea Hawk T7/Spit XII/Spitfire Tr18/Twin Otter/FrankenCOIN/Frankenfighter/Fury F2

Rick Lowe

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May 10, 2026, 10:48:05 PM
Quote from: Old Wombat on April 03, 2026, 10:16:55 AM
Quote from: Doug K on April 03, 2026, 09:58:47 AMDagnabbit, I just took delivery of a Special Hobby Barra for the same reasons

Nothing wrong with multiple interpretations of the same idea!  :thumbsup:

What I've always thought.  :thumbsup:
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