Polikarpov I-5 Early version ICM 1/72

[BsYamato]

Heres a probably speed buid
Icm produce both versions of this little biplane , i have both and start with the earlier version

Box'n'sprues









Also the box allow two sub versions that have differencies in the vertical rudder and a cut needed after the pilot head cushion .

I'll do the red version ,the second prototype.

The few subassemblies done and primer vallejo



Last night black various layers and aluminium done



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[BorgR3mc0]

Lovely kit. I had a fun time building it. Only the fit of the upper wing is a bit fiddly.

[Stuart]

Wow what I pretty looking little aeroplane - Great choice!

[BsYamato]

here more:

Seat done, only added seat belts, not sure correct but no referencies found.



Fuselages with strucrure glued



Ip and bottom structures



Seat and ip in place



And fuselage close



Color used vallejo and vallejo air (yes with brushes , he works too) for metals

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[Stuart]

Great stuff BSY

I use Vallejo Air with brushes as well - like you I've found it works well. Likewise I use Hataka Red-line paints (for airbrushes) and they work great too.

[BlackSheep214]

Hmmm.... never heard of the early Polikaov I-5. Interesting aircraft indeed. I’d grab one if they offered it in 1/48 scale.

[BsYamato]

Thanks

more pieces on, engine covers, tail surfaces and bottom wing






Some putty to put ..

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[BlackSheep214]

Looking good so far. I am interested in hearing more on the kit as far as fit, issues, etc... That little bird has piqued my interest.

[Stikpusher]

Looks good so far! Man that sure is one funky looking cowling area though...

[Duke Maddog]

Looking great so far. It's also quite the fast build.