1:72 Farman 231 Bis - 'Hydravion' Float Plane

The resin kit Farman 231 Bis Hydravion 1:72 from SBS Model – a French floatplane for experienced modelers.

Scale1:72
Manufacturer SBS Model
Product EAN9991117362411

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40.76 €
33.69 € without VAT
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Farman 231 Bis Hydravion 1:72 – a resin kit from SBS Model

A short-run all-resin kit of the French Farman 231 Bis floatplane in its Hydravion float version in 1:72 scale from SBS Model. This is a kit for experienced modelers: it holds resin parts, photo-etched parts, clear parts and a decal sheet. For the exact contents, follow the enclosed instructions.

The real subject

The Farman 231 was a French two-seat light aircraft of the interwar period, used for training and sport flying. In the Hydravion version it was fitted with a pair of floats instead of wheels, so it could take off from and land on water. The float conversion made it a machine for operation from lakes and rivers and places it among the interesting seaplanes of its day.

Building and painting tips

First wash the resin parts to remove mold release residue, cut off the casting blocks and sand the surfaces with respiratory protection. They are bonded with super glue (cyanoacrylate), and so are the photo-etched parts. It helps to lay out the struts and the rigging before gluing; set the floats exactly symmetrically so that the model stands level. Apply the base over a primer, which will reveal any bubbles or gaps.

Who the model is for

  • For experienced modelers with resin and photo-etched parts behind them
  • For collectors of interwar aircraft and seaplanes
  • For anyone interested in a rare French subject in 1:72 scale
  • Not suitable as a first kit for a beginner

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted, as a resin kit. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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FAQ

It is the float (seaplane) version of the Farman 231, fitted with floats for taking off from and landing on water.

It is a short-run all-resin kit with photo-etched and clear parts; it is bonded with super glue.

No. Working with resin and photo-etched parts and building a floatplane call for experience, so the model is intended for advanced modelers.

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