1/48 SMD-5 "What-if" 

Gallery Article by Alvis 3.1

 

Using proven technology in both the jet field AND dive bombing, the SMD-5 exhibits a lack of range AND maneuverablity.  A two man crew allows for dive bombing whilst keeping the tail covered during torpedo runs as well.  The aircraft can carry both bombs and torpedoes at the same time, allowing multiple targets to be attacked.  Unfortunately, only the pilot is afforded an ejection seat. Two .50 cal nose guns round out the SMD-5s offensive ability.

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Many names have been suggested for the SMD-5. Here are a few:

Slow Messy Death
Sudden Mental Disaster
Screaming Misfit Disorder
Slightly Misplaced Displacement
Should Move Downwards
Sarcastic Modelling Diva
Supercritical Miniscule Detail
and my fave:
Snap! Many Demerits!

(Any guess who I'm taking a dig at here?)
Didn't have it anywhere near done in time for silly week...I've got another plane and a diorama base to complete before I officially submit it to ARC....heheheheehe!

Alvis 3.1

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