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FSX PB4Y model

tankerguy72

tankerguy72

SOH-CM-2023
Im going to start working on a gmax model of the PB4Y-2 Privateer. My main focus will be on the Hawkins and Powers fire bombing 4Ys. I would appreciate any help on finding info, 3-views, pictures, ect. on the privateer military or airtanker version.

Thanks,

Jeremy
 
For 3 views, check out http://www.bobsairdoc.com/ I have used them MANY MANY times.

Reading the catalog, they do have a photoset of the PB4Y-2 Firebomber. Looks like its only 1 photo for 3.00. Another polished alu photo x5 for 14.50. The problem is you dont know what the photo's are of.

The 3 views are better. They have 4 sets. 3 sets of the -2, and 1 set of the -1.

PB4Y-1 ‘Liberator’ 4 eng anti-sub (2) Sa 72770 OXF 5.00
PB4Y-2 ‘Privateer’ 4 eng anti-sub (2) Sa 72771 OXF 5.00
PB4Y-2 'Privateer' 4 eng patrol bomber Sb 11031 OD 3.00
PB4Y-2 Privateer 4 engine bomber SKF 15002 OD 3.00

OX Stands for exter detail with cross sections. That would be best. F is just a fact sheet. OD is just outline with detail. If it was me, I would just order all 4. They come on a big 11x17 sheet, so you can have them as wall hangers once your done. I have a few hanging on my wall from past projects =) The mimimum order is $20 anyways.

That should help you get started.

Here are some really nice shots of the bomber PB4Y-2 thats undergoing restoration.

http://www.primeportal.net/hangar/bill_spidle2/pb4y2_59819/

Nice engine shots!

I wish you the best of luck in this BEASTLY project. Doing big bombers like this is no easy task. Hope this was helpfull and I really look forward to seeing it flying!
 
Thanks!!! That was alot of help! Ill definitely order from them. As for that last link im not too happy about them changing c30 back to military style. They need to have fire bombing history preserved out there in museums also.
 
Here is a look at how its coming along. This is my first time modelling.

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Looking good! The more I'm understanding how to skin aircraft (my first attempt...B-58), then the more I'm looking to create models myself. After seeing this, you've inspired me to check this out even more! -TF
 
Quick question, did you take the first set of pics at the CoNA opening at NASNI? I was there also but didn't get any shots of the 4Y, too busy with buds from my HCS-5 days, and trying to look at the ladies without getting caught by the wife.
 
Yep those shots are definitely CoNA at NASNI. I was there on media day.

Tankerguy actually arranged for 121 to fly into Hemet (it used to fly out of here on fires.) Then he flew back to AZ with them. Since he does have his license, they let him fly her for part of the trip. Pretty badass.
 
airattackimages said:
Yep those shots are definitely CoNA at NASNI. I was there on media day.

Tankerguy actually arranged for 121 to fly into Hemet (it used to fly out of here on fires.) Then he flew back to AZ with them. Since he does have his license, they let him fly her for part of the trip. Pretty badass.
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Yeah I might have to say that was the best day of my life :wiggle:


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Looking good!! BTW the pic of the open pit mine.... that is of the mine out near Casa Grande right?
 
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