The NEW Revell 1/48 SR-71 A Blackbird Model kit preview

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[Axxman]

Looks like a vast improvement over the Testors kits (they gave you the option to build the YF-12 versions, and this lead to detail issues, and lots of putty work). The main fuselage design on this Revell Germany kit is the way to go, and the instructions reveal there is quality internal reinforcement to make this a sturdy beast. I built the Testors kit a few times for my hobby shop back in the day, and it wasn't bad for the time. This new kit blows it out of the water. And the price is reasonable too. Much more detail with this kit, especially in the engine sections of the wing, lots of internal detail, and the cockpits are dead-on. Can't wait to build this one.

[moxxiloquita]

I have this kit and am almost done. This kit looks very very good and the detailing is pretty spot on. There is no flash on the kit (at least not the one I got. I know it can change during the pressing process of the moulds) The decals look pretty nice too. Overall, (this kit will be one of my bigger 1:48th scale planes) this is compared to the 1:72 scale from Italeri a far more nicer plane to build, with no fitting issues. You will not regret this kit once you start with it!!

[mrnibiru]

I was working reconnaissance at Wright Pat in the early 90s when this was put back in service for a while. The last aircraft designed with slide rulers.

[fridgemagnate]

I’ll be excited in 5 years when it finally gets here in Australia. Great preview, love your work.

[skimmer]

You can bet there will be PE and other addons for this kit in the next year.

[thomascampbell]

In 1974 on Okinawa it was always a thrill when the "Habu" took off from Kadena on a mission. It would corkscrew gaining altitude until out of sight. We almost got arrested one day by the AP's because the Navy Corpsman I was with went through an open gate and we got within 50 of one of the Blackbirds. The AP's were not amused.

[stanleyharrell]

One thing I saw in the instructions that is a possible mistake was the tire color. I am digging through my photos to verify, but I am pretty sure the tires on the SR-71 had aluminum powder embedded in the tire rubber for better heat transfer due to the landing speeds. The actual tire color should be a dull, matte silver. Those were the same type of tires that were on the YF-12 and the XB-70 Valkyrie. Other than that, great details with the expansion joints and skin corrugations. It is HUGE. That is not a tiny book shelf model for sure. Well done Revell.

Edit: GTS (Google That Stuff). There are lots of pics and info about the MLG tires being silver and black rims. Supposedly, the nose tires are standard black rubber.

[randallcook]

In 1972 I was assigned to the 1SRS at Beale AFB, CA. Enjoyed my time in the squadron. Will need to pick up one of these models.

[garyparker]

I'd ABSOLUTELY LOVE TO GET A HOLD OF THOSE 2 ENGINES BY THEMSELVES !!! Thanks For Sharing Andy Have a Blessed Week Ahead.🤗🤗🤗

[markfergerson]

ZOMG. I'm an SR-71 junkie and from what I can see the detailing is pretty good especially on the engines though some things are of course simplified for scale. The cockpit is a bit chunky as someone else pointed out but if this kit sells well I foresee lots of aftermarket add-ons like 3D printed instrument panels becoming available.

You're going to build it for us, right? Right? Please?

[nielsvc]

I have been following this project from the beginning. Already ordered it and it's here on 20dec. Can't wait to start building

[mikeupton]

Drooling. On the way to work.
will watch this later tonight.

[gokhanersan]

They molded a beautiful body and added only the visible and useful details. They cleverly left out little redundant parts that complicate builds. This is the best engineered Revel aircraft kit I’ve seen since their 1/48 Spirit of St Louis. Looking forward to building one with my son.

[petervargas]

Beautiful bird. We have the life sized one proudly displayed in our Castle Air museum here in Atwater.

[petermerz]

I built the Revel 1/72 scale version earlier this year. It was a fun build. I built a diorama for it as well! There are a lot of decals for sure. Maybe I will build this one as well! Model on!

[andrewdeboer]

Really interesting central keel beam to go down the centerline inside - that will keep it rigid. Also cool to see two different nose shapes, and to see that the seam between the upper and lower halves is on the bottom.

[desmo]

Wow, that's a big unit !...might have to hang from the ceiling that one 👍
Love your videos Andy

[darioromano]

One word, an awesome kit. Growing up, Revell was my favorite manufacturer, I see definite improvements in tooling and instructions, as for fit and assembly I have this one on my to do list.

[goaliechris]

i lived in skunk works country as a kid. the things you would see fly over our house, sound barrier being broken. i do miss those days. i think they did a good job on it. i think i'm going to get it. i would get the light f/x going on this.

[jonathangodwin]

I built the old kit years ago. This kit does look like a much improved kit overall. Like some of the forward to building it once again. Thank for the preview.