Accurate Miniatures Ilyushin IL-2 Sturmovik - Winterized 1:48

[heel]

Hi all,

For this GB I will tackle the flying tank, gussied up in winter camouflage. This kit is from 1997 and has a reputation as a difficult build, but there are some internet references I will lean on to guide. First, the box and sprues:

















False bottom with clears, decals, and instructions

[patrickroos]

Was waiting for a Sturmovik to join, coolness!

Good luck!

[PrivatePublic]

I have this kit as well, will be following closely so I know what to look out for when I get around to mine. Always had a soft spot for that thing

[heel]

Alright folks I think I've done enough for a small update. The cockpit/radiator is assembled and sprayed with Stynlrez black. I forgot to take photos of the tank that sits behind the pilot.



There are a handful of EPMs on the side walls. After some test fitting only two should be visible with a flashlight and magnifying glass, so I took a halfhearted approach to cleaning those up. My main focus is the finish of the outside and a potential small diorama. If still noticeable I may add some scratch details to cover up.













Some micro mask in the dials.

[Coen]

Looks great bud.
I wouldn't worry too much about the EPMs, they're almost completely invisible once the cockpit is built up and the canopy is on.
Even if left open I doubt you'll see any of them.

[heel]

Thanks Mike. Appreciate you stopping by and any guidance along the way.

Here on the east coast of the U.S. we have a large snow storm to use for modeling time.



How'd this get here?


I will try something different by using the decal seatbelts. Is this how it's done? Not sure... Traced the outline on a post-it, then some Tamiya tape over top and a fresh blade. We'll see how it turns out.










Made a custom blend of Akan grey-green.









That's where I stand now. Next up some washes and detail painting after the gloss coat dries.

[DBMiller]

Not bad so far! Interesting color wash you are using. I've never seen celery used that way before!

[heel]

Cheers DB

A little fire in the belly to get things going in the morning.

[heel]

On we go with some more traditional weathering. This can't be a flying tank and not be dirty, right?











That's all for now. Thanks for looking.

[Smiffy]

Good looking cockpit , weathered to prefection

[heel]

Good looking cockpit , weathered to prefection

Many thanks, Matt

[patrickroos]

Very nice, great work on that cockpit!

[heel]

Very nice, great work on that cockpit!

Thank you Patrick !

[heel]

On we go. Will need some filler but a good fitting kit so far.

Used the pin vise on the intake stabilizer





Nose cowling





These things must have been huge