S.H.A.D.O. F-407 Chimera

chrisonord · July 12, 2009, 03:45:01 PM

This next aircraft, in my S.H.A.D.O. arsenal, is the long range, Mach 5 capable F-407 Chimera. This aircraft's primary role is long range patrol, long range interception, and atmospheric escort of moon base transports. The aircraft is armed with modified hypersonic Aim-54's and upgraded Amraam's can also be fitted. To reach its maximum speed of Mach 5, the aircraft is fitted with a hybrid air breathing jet/rocket motor, this motor is situated on the rear upper fuselage. This motor is a very temperamental piece of equipment, thus the motor can be ejected if it becomes unstable.

The base for this aircraft is the Hobbyc**p CF-105 in 1/72nd scale. The tail fin has been removed and SR-71 copied tail fins placed on the wings, this is so the auxiliary motor could be fitted there. I was going to fit a couple of the B-1B exhaust cans onto a modded tail end but the ones I got are absolutely pants! So I just went with sticking some other jet nozzles into the original engine exhausts. The missiles are going to be carried on F-14 Aim-54 launchers, of which will be 4 of. If I put the AMRAAM's on it they will be fitted to the sides of the fuselage, flush mounted.
This thing has annoyed me no end as to how and what to use for the auxiliary engine, as nothing seemed to work or look right.
So I have modded an engine pod from a B-58, and put a slightly bigger exhaust nozzle on it. I think I will paint this one in the matt est of black, and possibly a very dark grey camo scheme running through it.
I will do some pics when it is starting to look something like.
Cheers,
Chris.

Tophe · July 12, 2009, 07:58:17 PM

Quote from: chrisonord on July 12, 2009, 03:45:01 PM
I will do some pics when it is starting to look something like.

Preliminary pictures would be welcome as well

(Chris-Tophe)

Cobra · July 12, 2009, 09:10:24 PM

Sounds like a Cool & Interesting Project!!!!!!! Good Luck

chrisonord · July 17, 2009, 04:40:01 AM

Hmm

I was going to do some work in progress pics today, but the weather has gone nasty....AGAIN

I would do some pics of it indoors, but the light is poor, and the plane is painted all over matt black, so you won't be able to see much........bugger!
If the weather clears over the weekend, I will take her outside and do some pics as she is nearly finished now.
Cheers,
Chris.

chrisonord · July 18, 2009, 05:35:58 AM

As promised, here are some pics, she is all but done, just needs a bit of a tart up and some suitable decals designing and making.

Cheers,
Chris.

thedarkmaster · July 18, 2009, 05:43:26 AM

Liking this thread more and more......... UFO the next generation is so cool.

sotoolslinger · July 18, 2009, 07:09:02 AM

Very excellent

Tophe · July 18, 2009, 09:01:25 AM

Niice!

tanktastic43 · July 18, 2009, 09:17:55 AM

You're on a roll. Keep up the good work.

Ed S · July 18, 2009, 10:49:13 AM

I like this whole next generation SHADO concept and this model really looks the part. Good one!!

Ed

Cobra · July 18, 2009, 11:08:44 AM

Awesome Job

This baby has a "TOP GUN" Feel to it!!!!! Keep up the Great Work

Weaver · July 18, 2009, 03:13:48 PM

That looks wicked in every sense of the word - nice one!

Sauragnmon · July 19, 2009, 10:44:33 AM

Very nicely done - the pod looks good. Love the way you tweaked the Phoenixes with underside intakes.

BlackOps · July 19, 2009, 04:08:16 PM

I agree with Weaver, that's one wicked beastie!

chrisonord · July 20, 2009, 03:11:30 PM

Thanks for the comments guys,

For my next build, I am swapping wings for tracks and doing a couple of vehicles for SHADO instead. Yet again I will be using the trusty quick build ISU 122 by Italeri, then I am going to convert Styr S tank also.
Cheers,
Chris.