#111 Bristol Bulldog
The Bristol Bulldog is an RAF classic from the inter-war period. Although this Airfix Vintage Classic 2019 boxing was tooled way back in 1969, it is still a very buildable kit of a very beautiful plane. I think Airfix’s decision to do a new 1:48 tool in 2024 is inspired.
Notes
The Bristol Bulldog is a British Royal Air Force single-seat biplane fighter designed during the 1920s by the Bristol Aeroplane Company. The Bulldog was withdrawn from RAF Fighter Command in July 1937, being primarily replaced by the Gloster Gauntlet.
References
Nice build series by Bay Models
Airfix Bristol Bulldog 1:72 Scale - Intense Rigging
Bristol Bulldog - The ‘Pilots Dream Fighter’ - Rex’s Hangar
Paint Scheme
A Flight, No. 19 (F) Sqn. K-2158 1931 - RAF Duxford
| Feature | Color | Recommended | Paint Used |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuselage | Silver | 11 | H8 |
| wheel hubs, spinner | Gloss Bright Red | 19 | H3 |
| propeller | Matt Dark Earth | 29 | H72 |
| upper fuselage | Matt Dark Green | 30 | H330 |
| fittings | Matt Black | 33 | |
| engine | Gun Metal | 53 | H38 |
| spinner tip, engine cowling | Chrome Silver | 191 | MC213 |
Figures
70.845 Sunny Skin Tone 70.985 Hull Red 70.868 Dark sea Green 70.963 Medium Blue 70.862 Black Grey 70.950 Black
Circuit Design
Build Log
The Bristol Bulldog all rigged and ready to roll. An RAF classic from the inter-war period.
Even though this Airfix Vintage Classic 2019 boxing was tooled way back in 1969, it is still a very buildable kit of a very beautiful plane. I think Airfix’s decision to do a new 1:48 tool in 2024 is inspired (I do hope it eventually trickles down to a new 1:72).
