1/48 Revell-Monogram/Pro Modeler Me-410B Hornisse (Hornet)

Gallery Article by Michael Presley on Feb 11 2010

 

My 'Out of the Box' ProModeler Messerschmitt Me-410. I used the kit markings for Maj. Eduard Tratt, C.O. of ZG.26 Konigsberg Germany in Jan. 1944.  I know the supercharger intakes should be round, not oval, but I wasn't in the mood for surgery.  The kit is very nicely engineered, and goes together nicely with the exception of the canopy, which fits terribly, and requires filling of some seams with white glue, & paint.

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Maj. Tratt was the Luftwaffe's highest scoring 'Zestroyer' (Heavy Fighter) Ace, with 38 kills to his credit, at the time of his death (along with his gunner) on Feb. 20, 1944.

Reports conflict, many conclude they were killed in a single plane attack on a B-17. Most believe they were attacked and killed by P-47s of the 78th FG, which were operating in the area, and claimed several twin engine fighter kills.

I used Testors Model Master enamels, & Bobe EZ-Line for the antennas.  Weathering was a combination of graphite, Marmo's Magic Dust, Pro Modeler Wash (black, and brown), and Tamiya Smoke.

Photos by Henry Popp

Michael Presley

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Photos and text © by Michael Presley