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britroc 05-07-2019 09:13 AM

Scale V1 model ?
 
Hello from sunny (?) UK

Having now built several scale model rockets (Space X falcon, Nike X, Amraam-120A, Bullpup, Mercury Redstone etc) I have often wondered about the possibility of constructing a scale model of the infamous V1.

Although this country suffered the most from this weapon's destructive capabilities, my interest in it is purely of a technical nature, and the possibility of constructing a replica of this device intrigues me to say the least.

Any suggestions and help with this project would be gratefully received.

Bill

Ez2cDave 05-07-2019 11:00 AM

10 Attachment(s)
Here's some data to help you get started . . .

Dave F.

tbzep 05-07-2019 11:55 AM

To help balance out the Axis, here's a shout-out for the Wooden Wonder (DeHavilland Mosquito) that took out numerous V-1's without firing a single shot! :cool:

Ltvscout 05-07-2019 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by tbzep
To help balance out the Axis, here's a shout-out for the Wooden Wonder (DeHavilland Mosquito) that took out numerous V-1's without firing a single shot! :cool:

I'm trying to remember. Did they fly next to them then tip them over with their wings?

Doug Sams 05-07-2019 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Ltvscout
I'm trying to remember. Did they fly next to them then tip them over with their wings?
That's it. Besides Mosquitos, I want to say fighters were used, too. I think I have a pic somewhere of a P-47 doing it.

Doug


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tbzep 05-07-2019 02:40 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Doug Sams
That's it. Besides Mosquitos, I want to say fighters were used, too. I think I have a pic somewhere of a P-47 doing it.

Doug


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Others did it, but the twin Mosquito was well suited for the role with a couple Merlins for closing speed and a nice big wing to influence the V-1 into a spin. Besides, it's nice to recognize a British design considering the V-1 was always aimed at them.

frognbuff 05-07-2019 09:02 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by britroc
Hello from sunny (?) UK

Having now built several scale model rockets (Space X falcon, Nike X, Amraam-120A, Bullpup etc) I have often wondered about the possibility of constructing a scale model of the infamous V1.

Although this country suffered the most from this weapon's destructive capabilities, my interest in it is purely of a technical nature, and the possibility of constructing a replica of this device intrigues me to say the least.

Any suggestions and help with this project would be gratefully received.

Bill


Noris Raketen in Germany offers a kit. http://noris-raketen.de/

A good starting point for sure!

britroc 05-08-2019 08:59 AM

Ta muchly Frognbuff just what I'm looking for emailed them requesting shipping details ..
and the Japanese Natter looks interesting too..... Bill

britroc 05-08-2019 09:04 AM

Nope....you're thinking of the Spitfire, Hurricane and Meteor .. LTV Scout


Bill ( 22 years Royal Air Force service and now a full time volunteer at the 'mozzie museum')..Salisbury Hall, London Colney, Hertfordshire, UK
Hope you'll come and lend a hand with the restorations some time ?

https://www.dehavillandmuseum.co.uk/

tbzep 05-08-2019 10:12 AM

The Spitfire Mk XIV with Griffon engine, Tempest, Mosquito, P-47 (lightened and souped up) and P-51 all were sent up to thwart the V-1. There's a famous extremely grainy image from the ground of a Spitfire lining up to tip a V-1.

The Tempest took out 638 V-1's, Mosquito 623, Spitfire XIV 303, Mustang 232. (from wiki)




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