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Cliff Kidd (Cliff@CDM)
GB

Academy B-29 Superfortress Enola Gay

Scale:
1:72
Status:
Completed
Started:
July 29, 2025
Completed:
September 16, 2025

Academy B-29 Superfortress Enola Gay...
Tricky kit for fit and my first attempt at a natural metal finish - used AK Xtreme Metallics for the 'silverplate' finish. LED internal lighting also installed.
Be warned AK metallics had a long drying time - further masking tended to leave residue. Tried AK velvet tape but residue problem remained. Eventually settled on using de-tacked Scotch DIY tape which left minimal residue under test and removed asap after spraying. Used AK Intermediate Gauzy Gloss clear before weathering and for the final coat.
Presented as Enola Gay dropping Little Boy over Hiroshima 09.15 on 6 August 1945.
Won EMC Battlefield Trophy for '1945' themed Sept competition.
Build album and final photos below.

Project inventory

Static model kits
12528
B-29A "Enola Gay & Bockscar"
Academy 1:72
12528 2015 New decals
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Photoalbums

34 images
Academy B-29 Superfortress Enola GayView album, image #3
1:72
1:72 B-29A "Enola Gay & Bockscar" (Academy 12528)

Comments

18 September, 21:56