The most important modernization of the type was the rebuild to the Mk IV specification. The main difference was a new mechanical wing which was now equipped with Handley Page slots. The vertical tail had a much changed outline and the undercarriage was improved. It was visibly different to the original Bristol F.2B Fighter which by now looked like its military grandfather. In the 1927-28 period when the resources to finance development of new aircraft types were completely lacking, 50 machines of the Mk IV type were produced. And from the outset some of them were built with dual controls and exchanged cockpits specifically for training purposes. Their service was relatively brief, up until 1931. Nevertheless, it was with some irony that the active service of the dedicated warrior, the Bristol F.2B Fighter, lasted less than two years during WWI, but then for 14 more years more it was nothing so much as a policeman for the Mother country in the distant colonies.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s recommended colors. Roden recommends Model Master paints for this kit, and you can find the full line by clicking here.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/48
Skill Level: 3
- Molded in high quality plastic
- Illustrated instructions
- Includes decals for two versions:
- Bristol F.2B Mk.IV Fighter, F 4542, Cambridge University Air Squadron, 1931
- Bristol F.2B Mk.IV Fighter, F 4587, Army Cooperation Squadron RAF, 1930
*Cement is recommended for polystyrene plastic*
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Paint Guide:
Matte Linen
Middle Blue
Matte Natural Wood
Matte Rust
Silver Grey
Middle Grey
Red Leather
Gloss Black
Matte Dark Grey
Matte Black
Dark Blue
Gunmetal
Brass
Aluminum
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