Thread started by BigTommyG
Tom GardinerWhat are peoples thoughts on this kit? I get that they are good value for money, but I haven't been that thrilled with the last couple of HobbyBoss kits as they just don't seem to have the same level of refinement as other manufacturers. However, from what I can tell this is the best option for modelling a 1:48 scale Warthog.
3 May 2022, 22:36
James CI have the earlier boxing from 2007 A-10 "Thunderbolt" II (HobbyBoss 80323, 1:48) and can confirm that it's a very good kit. You get a LOT of plastic for your $$$ and a great selection of ordinance to choose from. The only other 1/48 scale Warthog that I'm familiar with is the old Tamiya kit which doesn't come close to comparison.
The following review is quite good and should tell you everything you need to know. cybermodeler.com/hob..b/kit_hb_80323.shtml
3 May 2022, 23:43
Ali YuliantoI read that both Academy and GWH will also release their version of A-10C (and also A and A+ in case of GWH). So I'll be keen to wait and see which company produce the best kit.
Italeri has also released an A-10C, but I'm pretty sure that will be blown out of the water by the new releases as the cockpit is still based on the A-10A.
4 May 2022, 01:45
Tom GardinerThanks gentlemen. That's good intel. I've always loved this aircraft and would love to have one on the shelf before long!
4 May 2022, 11:55
Tim SloanI doubt this will be an actual "C" model, unless they did retool the wings and fuse to add all the bumps and warts ..bet they just changed the cockpit..the Italeri kit isnt an actual C either. would love to see GWH make one..Im sure it,ll be top notch
5 May 2022, 15:33
Donnie BriscoeYeah hi, I picked up a copy and just inspected it. It basically the same as the old A-10A kit, with a few details for a C-Version. Sadly, the fuselage has the same vents as an A-Model (left front, left from the Ladder. it's a nice kit, mind you, but with that flaw, you might as well pick up the academy offering and save yourself some work.
19 August 2023, 16:47