MPM 1/72 Northrop XP-56

[Stikpusher]

I love those oddball, “might have been” designs. This one fits that bill perfectly!

[BorgR3mc0]

Both the Ohka’s are done so I am going back to this build.
I added a few details. Exhaust pipes made with Evergreen (left none, right done) and “scissor hinges” (is that the correct word?) on the landing gear.

Furthermore I did some initial gap filling and sanding. On most parts that is done but there are some touch ups needed. All in all the fit is quite reasonable for a short run kit of this vintage.

[LyleW]

That is looking great. Nice additional detail, too.

[Medicman71]

Very nice!

[tempestjohnny]

Coming along very nice.

[jeaton01]

Nice progress. We always just called them scissors. They are there to keep the oleo strut from rotating, and with some struts to control the maximum extension.

[jkim]

Nice idea of taking your modeling with you on vacation! Interesting comparison between this aircraft and the Me163.

[BorgR3mc0]

Yes, whenever possible I try to take some stuff along. Obviously I cannot take my airbrush with me do it is often just a bit of construction.

I have several Komets, the Black Bullet is quite a bit larger. I think it will also make a nice comparison with the Kawanishi J7M1 that I have in my collection. Both are pushers.

I have black based the model after three rounds of putty and sanding. A good surface prep is necessary for a BMF finish.

[LyleW]

Taking something with you to work on sounds like a relaxing way to spend some time while you are relaxing.....You are so correct on the surface prep for a BMF! Looking good.

[jkim]

BMF is a tough job! Luckily, I can avoid that on most of my WW2 builds!