In this video, we'll show you how to paint a 1/48 scale Hasegawa Ju 87 Stuka dive bomber. This is a challenging kit, but it's also very rewarding. With careful planning and execution, you can create a truly stunning model of this iconic aircraft.
What You'll Learn:
How to prime and paint a model aircraft
How to apply a camouflage pattern
How to weather a model aircraft
How to apply decals and seal a model aircraft
Materials Needed:
Hasegawa 1/48 Ju 87 Stuka kit
White primer
RLM 71 Dark Green paint
RLM 70 black-green paint
RLM 65 Light Blue paint
Matte top coat
Airbrush
Paints
Masking tape
Decals
Weathering supplies (washes, dry brushing, chipping, etc.)
Instructions:
Prime the model with a white primer.
Paint the camouflage pattern using RLM 71 Dark Green, RLM 70 Black Green, and RLM 65 Light Blue paint.
Weather the model using washes, dry brushing, and chipping.
Apply the decals.
Seal the model with a matte top coat.
Tips and Tricks:
Use a good quality airbrush and paints. This will help you to achieve a smooth and even finish.
Be patient and take your time when painting the camouflage pattern. It's better to apply multiple thin coats of paint than one thick coat.
Use masking tape to protect the areas that you don't want to be painted.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There is no one right way to paint a model.
We hope this video helps you to paint your 1/48 scale Hasegawa Ju 87 Stuka to a high standard. Good luck!
Additional Information:
The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka was a German dive bomber aircraft used during World War II. It was known for its distinctive siren, which it used to intimidate enemy forces. The Stuka was a very effective dive bomber, and it played a major role in the early campaigns of World War II.
The Hasegawa 1/48 Ju 87 Stuka kit is highly detailed and accurate. It is a challenging kit to build, but it is also very rewarding. With careful planning and execution, you can create a truly stunning model of this iconic aircraft.