Building the Modelcollect 1/72 Scale B-52G Stratofortress Bomber --“BUFF”
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- čas přidán 19. 12. 2019
- In my longest model video to date, we build, paint camouflage, detail, and weather the Modelcollect 1/72 scale B-52G Stratofortress kit #MDO 722202. Modelcollect aftermarket correction/upgrade parts that include the nose, tail, and flap sections are incorporated. Additionally, we substitute the supplied BUFF markings with emblems from the Caracal B-52G/H decal set #72077. This is Project #19 and the 6th overall Viewer’s Choice winning request. It is a behemoth of an amateur model undertaking!
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Photo and Video Credits: Public Domain from U.S. Government and military sources.
Note: The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
Cover Art: “By Dawn’s Early Light” low resolution movie poster is presented under Fair Use policies to educate, inform and illustrate as no substitute is available.
Music Credits:
“Electronic Music Track x1” by frankum - Attribution 3.0 unported (CC by 3.0)
"Ever Mindful" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/b...
Movie Clips are Public Domain due to un-renewed or lack of copyright:
“Danger Flight” (1938)
“Disorder in the Court” The Three Stooges (1936)
ERROR(s) for this video: Listed B-52 "H" engine type instead of "G" model engine type. Also, typed "ordinance" instead of ordnance. - Jak na to + styl
I’ll never get tired watching this guy’s models and his endless stories about his life and personal experiences, great job and don’t stop !
Waaay too little commentary.
Actually, my videos with the most commentary are the least viewed 🤨
@@MaxAfterburner try looking at viewer retention instead, it's shows people's preference more accurately, as on can't know the amount of commentary before clicking on the video (and therefore registering a view)
Also the next project better be a Delta Dart, it's a funny little thing
I should clarify that the retention rate is poor as well. I don't know what I would talk about for ~30 minutes, plus someone chimed in today that they didn't care for my voice really 😜
@@MaxAfterburner Thanks. I guess everyone is different. I like watching videos like yours to learn tips and tricks. I want to hear you explain why you are doing the things you do, mistakes to avoid, tricks/tips to achieve certain effects and so on. Just watching you build the model with little commentary is...I dunno...not much point. Just my $0.02 though. If you get more views the less you talk then I guess that is the way to go and I am the odd duck.
That is one of the most visually appealing paint jobs I have ever seen on a model. You perfectly captured one of the best looking color schemes the BUFF ever carried and knocked the project out of the park. Very nice job!
Thanks so much Crimson_Ghost 😃
Yep...nice 1980s SIOP scheme.
Max_Afterburner would love to see you do a f14 tomcat and also would love to see you do a TBD devestator my great grandfather was the torpedo man/ tail gunner depicted in the famous painting scratch one flattop. His plane was recently found at the bottom of the coral sea
Hi Little Devil, I've already done the F-14D Tomcat for the channel and it remains my most successful video in terms of number of views. Check it out at: czcams.com/video/7vZWKOPU_vo/video.html
Agree completely about the colour scheme.👍👌😁
As a teen, I had the Monogram version. Building it and doing the camo paint was one of the best times I ever had.
Great video on the mighty buff. Had to watch it twice, first to watch the build, the second time to read all about it. Miss seeing these over the UK. Keep up the good work
Thanks Kev B 😊
Beautiful job. This camo pattern is the best I have ever seen. Love the B-52 doesn't matter the model letter. They are awesome bombers. Not just because of the bomb loads they are capable of dropping. But just the awe inspiring size and the distinctive sound and the Black engine smoke. All tell a person that something big is going to happen. Mind blowing power.
Thanks Jennifer, the B-52 is a force to be reckoned with for sure 😱
It's a bad a$$ heavy bomber for its time of engineering, they have upgraded the engines to more fuel economic & upgraded the avionics, it'll be in service for many more years.
I enjoyed watching you create a tedious bunch of parts to a masterpiece. I still hear stories from my dad about his time with the B-47 up at Forbes, AFB.
Once again you draw my undivided attention, the addition aircraft stats, the music and calm delivery, relax me and entertain. Thank you. Job well done!
Thanks Robert, I'm glad you enjoyed it and I sure appreciate your comments! 😀
This guy is the Bob Ross of scale model building.. So relaxing.
Beautiful job, I'm always happy when I discover a new upload from you Sir!
Thanks again Marcus AAA, I appreciate it! 🤗
Very nice work. Growing up with my dad being a civilian USAF engine specialist I developed a natural love for all military aviation so I really appreciate you including facts about the aircraft in your video.
Thanks Wade 😃
Thanks for making this video, brings to mind memories when I build B-52 "Buff" plane with my uncle. Great times, great plane.
Glad you liked it Tommy! It's an oldie,but a goodie.
just thought I'd drop a line and say that I've been watching your vids since your first kit … and watching you grow as a modeler has been a pleasure.
Thanks so much for sticking with me tanitatt 😄
I could watch your videos all day you have such skill and give several good practical tips on building models thank you
Thank you Sean 😊
WOW, absolutely love that camo pattern, very well done. Another inspiring video
Thanks Ryan 🙂
Max, your F-14 build was the first vid I saw after I decided to get back in the hobby after 30 years. I subscribed immediately bc all your videos are so educational and detailed. My wife got me this model for my birthday last year, but I am a little intimidated. Thank you so much for putting this out. No other build videos are more detailed nor educational. We appreciate you, buddy.
Thanks dt4629, I appreciate the encouragement. 😀 Have fun!
Thank you Max for providing another inspirational build! Camo looks spot on too. Looking forward to the next. Merry Christmas!
Thanks k c, and Merry Christmas to you! 🎅
I grew up less than a half mile from Barksdale Airforce base and I remember this color scheme well as we would pass these bombers everyday. I am amazed at how you captured the colors and they are spot on. As always this has been a great video and I enjoyed watching your work. You are giving the Europeans on CZcams a run for their money in the model building department. Thanks for taking the time to make this video for us to enjoy.
Thanks so much Silverstacks, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and the colors of this B-52! 😄
When I was a kid I spent the summers in Spokane. I loved watching the KC-135s and B-52s making approach after approach. The Buff's flaps looked the size of barndoors.
I know I’m late, but I was saving these for a “rainy” day. Your videos are so calming, and they help me relax during this admittedly not-calm time.
I got to go up inside a B-52 once as a kid, and the thing that struck me most was just how small and cramped the cockpit was. Those guys that flew (and fly) those things are true professionals.
Keep up the excellent work!
Hi Peter, glad you liked this BUFF 😃
The Mitsubishi F-2 - the Viper Zero! An excellent choice. Can’t wait to see it decked out in JASDF Blue.
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Espectacular, si señor.
Enhorabuena...💪💪
Gran trabajo...👍👍
¡Muchas gracias! 😄
Wow, you are awesome buddy. Another beautiful build and great video. Thanks for all your efforts you put into the builds and videos. My modeling has gone to another level thanks to you. I really enjoy the history and stories. Great job!
Hi Manny 1, thanks so very much for your kindhearted comments 😃
B52G 58-058 was at Fairchild AFB - I worked on her for four years.
I think you hit the nail on the head for colors! Excellent job as always Max!
Thanks k c, it's one of my favorite painting outcomes so far that I've completed for the channel 😃
That initial starting on this video was a "Quick start" by use of Starter Cartridges verses a Normal start by an external Hobart Pneumatic system that uses forced air to turn the engine turbine blades to starting speed. The Starter Cartridge is a Canister packed with gun powder about the size of a large coffee can and is installed on each engine on Alert Aircraft (nuclear loaded) So at a moments notice, the pilots can start the aircraft quickly without external power, by a simple electronic switch that can start either one engine or all 8 engines at once. Using Starter Cartridges are also a bitch to clean before another cartridge can be installed to bring the aircraft to a "Ready Status" again. I may have worked on this Aircraft with tail number 218...I was based at Mather AFB California from 1981-85. Nice work btw!
I grew up in Fair Oaks/Carmichael I remember hearing the B-52 firing up there engines all through the 80's I remember a crash in 82, cool place to grow up between Mather, McClellan, and Beale AFB's
@@fleetwarrior75 I witnessed that crash in 82! I watched the men board the AC and taxi out. bad takeoff and crashed with all onboard with full fuel. I think it was pilot error. Bad day , so sad.
@@ItsConstitutional A B-52 crashed at FAFB in 1994. Which crash are you talking about? The aircraft in question did not crash on take-off nor did it have a full load of fuel.
@@slobama Look up the crash at Mather AFB Nov-Dec 1982 Two birds from Castle AFB were temporary stationed there till the runway at Castle AFB was fixed and up for business. The day it opened the Two Castle Bombers took off on a MITO from Mather AFB, one crashed soon after takeoff about 5 miles southwest of the base.
totalpkgpainting Hobart's are power only. They don't provide air for ground start. For that, you'd either need an air cart, with either a Hobart or md 3, or a -60. -60s being gas turbines, which provide air and power. Carts AREN'T gunpowder, that burns far too quickly and powerfully, they would blow the breech. Breeches ARE a pain in the ass to clean, to ! Specially after QC stops you from using easy bake, which works excellent, and instead make you use the Mil H approved freon cleaner, which SUCKS ! NOT gunpowder, they are made of a much slower burning solid fuel, roughly the same as say the SRBs on the shuttle. Made either by Olin or Morton Thiokal ( the people who made the shuttle SRBs ). B 52s by the way, have only 2 flap positions, full up or full down. No ailerons either, just spoilers. And the B 52s no longer stand nuclear alert, since SAC stood down, but they still do cart starts, practice generations and MITO launches, just to keep in practice for an EWO generation and launch.
Thanks for sharing this fantastic build and even more... thanks for your service!!!!
Hi mr.modern44, so glad you enjoyed this one! 😄
I built a b-52 model when I was a kid. It was a Revell brand. Was my first plane model cause my dad was in the Air Force in Minot ND where b-52’s where. Also built a KC-135 stratotanker and my favorite plane the F-117A. The stratotanker was refueling the F-117A when they where hung from my bedroom ceiling.
Amazing work as usual sir always a pleasure watching and learning new methods and knowledge of the aircraft!!
Thanks CASTOR TROY!
I built the Monogram D back in the 80s, as a silver SAC bird. Your build, and especially the paint job, is magnificent. Thanks for the vid!
Hi Thomas, your kind comments are appreciated! I'm happy you liked it 😃
I have over 3600 hours on BUFFs and other than the Black and Camo of the D during Vietnam this was by far my favorite camo pattern. GREAT looking model!!!
Thanks Russell, wow, 3600+ hours 😃
That is the best looking B-52 modelbi have ever seen!! Amazing job!
Hi Corey, thanks a lot 😃
What a great build! Great paint job on that beast! Can’t wait for your next video!
Thanks Julio 🙂
Magnificent job!!! ... wonderfully done
Hi Daniel, so happy you liked the outcome of this B-52G BUFF model. 😃
Spectacular craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Dave, thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it! 😄
You've built a very nice model. And from what I have seen from reference photos the colors of the camouflage pattern are spot on. Well done, sir!
Hi zorax15, thanks, I appreciate that! I was pleased with the overall look and how the colors came out too 😃
making a difficult build seem less complex..great job again..always a wonderful watch..
Thanks again Peter 😇
Along with Tunes, the Devil has the best Planes too!
Beautiful aircraft and a fantastic-build-Well Done!
Gosh, thanks Ian 🤩
Another beautiful project, great work as always 👍🏼
Thanks MikkyTee 😊
This model is all about the paint job, hands down. Great job.
Thanks 😇
Thanks for the great tutorial. Your paint technique is very effective with great results- congratulations!
Hi Simon, thanks for the kind comments!
wow i wish i had the patience and dedication as you....the b-52 looks insane great work :)
Thanks Methira 😀
Absolutely brilliant video. It has inspired me to start on one of my B-52's probably the "H" as I am waiting on the corrected nose and tail to come back into stock for the "G". I have a 52 year old Monogram "D" with "real jet engine sound" waiting in the wings too!
Just love the "BUFF" in all shapes and colours...
Thanks Pete! I hope you have much fun with your BUFF projects! 😄
I really enjoy your style of presentation, an interesting mix of explaining what you're doing and some interesting plane facts thrown in. Music is tasteful, relaxing, and kept in its place. Very intersting, thanks for a pleasant video!
Hi Norm G, I appreciate the comprehensive review and I'm glad you like the overall format! 😃
Barksdale, Louisiana got a lot of love in the intro of this video
Yet again, an amazing build! You really are one of the reasons I’m considering getting into model kits.
TheFrostBible His F-22 build video is the reason I got into modeling and I couldn’t be happier about it, it’s such a fun and rewarding hobby. If you do get into it though I have to give you one piece of advice: get an airbrush! It’s so much better than using a paintbrush.
You should check out David Damek, his CZcams channel is called Plasmo. I think he's one of the best model makers on CZcams.
Do it. I peer pressuring you. Do it do it do it
this is the first time i've watched one of these, and really enjoyed it, keep up the good work
Thanks, I appreciate that DNA Deliverer 😊
Beautiful job!! I had a 1/72nd scale B-52 from Monogram. It was offered in the mid-1980s. This kit you have is beautiful. I really enjoyed watching you build it. Thank you for sharing and have a great day. 😊
Hi bradlavassaur8265, thanks, glad you enjoyed the video build of this monstrous B-52 kit! 😊
Only just find this channel and I'm really enjoying the techniques you're sharing. First class.work.
Also, this guy is like the Bob Ross of model making.
Thanks, much appreciated Dumpy Stig 😉
I built the Monogram 1/72 kit 40 yrs ago 80 81 Big kit , the cockpit was basic two pilot figures and one rear gunner . It’s still together, hanging in my studio / Attic . Gravity has taken its tole on the wings and I had to repair them twice and use fishing line on the tip of either wing to support them separately . Beautiful job !
Hi Ettoredipugnar, thanks for watching, and I'm glad to hear your BUFF is still "flying" after all these years! 😄
One of the Greatest Icons of Aircraft History: Great job Man! Thanks!
Hi cobbetlprogrammer1344, happy you liked this B-52G build/video! 😊
Awesome work as always, your models always come out awesome.
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.
Mike Espo ...
Merry Christmas Mike, and thanks!🙂
Magnificent B-52! Merry Christmas!
Thanks so very much Sprue Fascination, and Merry Christmas to you! 🙂
The G had the straight turbojet P&W J57-P-43WB engines (only the H used the TF-33). I fueled Gs at Seymour Johnson and Barksdale in the early ‘70s. According to a reference, 58-0218 was at Seymour around that time, so I probably serviced it. I built the Monogram D model back in the late ‘70s. The tail # was flown on a Linebacker 2 mission to the Kinh No railroad yards by a friend of mine in a modeling club and a courageous American, Lt. Col. Tom Lebar from Wyoming. The old lady is now supposed to stick around until 2050. That would be (wait for it) 95 years in service. The newest H model will be 88. If that is not the greatest tribute ever to the Boeing company, or any airplane company, I can’t imagine what is. Great job on the build!
Hi Jim, thanks for your service! It's an amazing aircraft and to be around for so long is incredible. 😇
I hope you remembered to wear your reflective belt during the entirety of this build...great job, a beautiful build!
...and drive no more than 15mph on the flightline! Thanks, I'm thrilled you liked this B-52G 🙂
Very nicely done. Great video and commentary, the historical side bars are a nice touch and add interest to the video. The model looks great. Very motivating.
Hi Mark, so very glad you liked the video 😊
OMG great work like always love the great info you do on each build and real jets pls keep them coming
Thanks Gilbert, I was really worried that this episode would be bogged down with the so much information. 🙂
Very well done. Thanks. Odd with me and my love for the B-52- I shake my head not in belief that it is still in service, but that so many have been taken out of service and scrapped. Including all the G's. The good old days- SAC, a few hundred B-52's, free fall nuclear weapons, SRAM, Hound Dogs, Quails, ALCM's, and a gunner.
Amazing job.....such an epic build beautifully crafted in all aspects. You must be feeling pretty chuffed with this model...congratulations!
Thanks so much Robert! I really was pleased when I saw all the different sections contributing to overall camouflage scheme once it was all put together.
Excellent result! And great to see your techniques every time 👍🏼
Thanks Bastian, I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🤗
Max_Afterburner see here my progression: www.arcforums.com/forums/air/index.php?/topic/309853-148-monogram-ea-6b-prowler-vaq-141-shadowhawks/page/2/
Glad I found this.....my shelves are NOT big enough ! Great build
Hi L Wills, it's a big one for sure! This B-52G is currently parked on a coffee table -- about the only place it fits 😂
Perfectly done....great technique!
Hi Andy, I'm so very glad you enjoyed this B-52 BUFF! 😄
Excellent video & job building & painting your Modelcollect 1/72 Scale B-52G Stratofortress Bomber!!
Thanks much JackFlemingFan!
Vietnam era camo is my fave paint scheme.
As always, I'm impressed by the cuality of your paint work. Greetings from Spain.
Thank you Juan 🙂
Awesome build, thoroughly enjoyed. The history of the B52 was a bonus. These aircraft have been my favorite since childhood. Back 10 years ago visited the static display several times at Orlando airport B52 Memorial Park. When you were building the bomb bay I think I saw the ghost of "Major Kong / Slim Pickens sneaking around. Thanks for sharing this beautiful build
Thanks so much cbgadget 😊
I've already commented how awesome this is, but I would like to point something out. When I started watching you just a year ago, you had 16k subscribers. Now you're up to 23.4k. That's a testament to your skills, buddy. Keep up the great work.
Thanks dt4629, more viewers than I ever thought possible, but still a small channel comparatively speaking. 😃
No annoying music. Good production and a soothing voice while making great models. Take my sub man.
Welcome aboard Aeon Voom, and thanks! 😃
starting engines-smokers!
clearly it worked!! specifically! very cool!
I worked on this bird, thank you. As always, amazing!
Thanks john JohnB, I'm glad you enjoyed it 😀
Gorgeous! Love that paint job.
Hi PCJ3 40, thanks, it's one of my favorite exterior results 🖌️🖌️😊
Beautiful paint job, thanks for the video lots of tips and tricks to follow
Hi Sam, happy you liked the B-52G work. Glad the video may help you in some way in your own builds. 😎
That is a huge model!!!
Another beautiful build mate! Love your builds!!
Thanks Ian, I appreciate the sentiments 😊
Wow that engine start looked crazy
Very nice work,looks like a beast and at small scale.Love the paint work most of all,awesome.
Thanks Larry 🙂
Love your channel. It’s so relaxing, you have an awesome voice and the builds are great
Hi Owen, thanks so much for those comments. 😃
That was a joy to watch! What a model! The B52's remain my favourite aircraft of all time. I remember as a kid watching Stanley Kubrick's "Dr Strangelove" in which a flight of B52's head for and attack the Soviet Union.
Thanks Murray, I'm very pleased at the reception and overall positive outcome of this build/video!
... in one of Darth Vader's early life flying mission!
Absolutely stunning
Hi les venus, thanks so very much! As I have mentioned to others in the past, I was very thrilled on how the colors all came together! 😎
Great job! I really enjoyed the rain and thunder part, really calming 😊
Thank you! 😊
Great job as an old model builder I love seeing old school cammo being done not the boring grey of nowadays
Hi èlusive ëmu, I thought doing the camo patterns would be more interesting too 🙂
thank you very much upload this video.I really like that B 52G Stratofortress bomber
Thanks Kyaw, I'm glad you enjoyed it because it was a lot of work! 😉
Holy crap that look amazing the best b52 I’ve seen 😍🇦🇺🇺🇸🍻
Thanks Riley! 😃
Superb Buff sir: that was such a pleasure to watch come together...must have taken you months!
Thanks BritFlyer! Worked the bomber on and off for 5.5 weeks 😮
outstanding work I enjoy watch you build and paint this model keep up the good work
Hi Juan, thank you very much! 😉
Great camo! I too worked F-16's. You're right. The mission comes first.
The camo you chose was on our G model buffs. My fav. Our buffs last mission was Bagdad, then to the boneyard. How sad. RIP 379th Bomb Wing. Wurtsmith AFB Michigan.
Hi Tim, glad you enjoyed the video, and thanks for your service! 😃
Stunning build mate, great work!
Hi Matthew, very happy you liked this B-52G, thanks for watching! 😊
One of, if not the, best model building channel on CZcams. Keep it up man! this is fantastic!
Hi Feline SPQR, thank you so much! 😀
Loved these big Monogram kits Well Done
Thanks bad finger 😃
The 'H' model full-scale 1:1 is shown in the live video. It has fans for engines as well as a few other spotting features. I spent a few hours (USAF '63-67) on the 'G' back in '66 doing nav-doppler radar repair (30151B, 30154). The model kit correcty is a 'G'. The finished work is museum quality and best I've seen. Thanx for showing. 👍🏻👍🏻
Hi Bob P, thanks! Yes it is the B-52H at the start, but I believe most viewers realize that I used this opening footage as illustrative since the B-52G has been out of service for quite some time-long before the higher quality video imagery we can obtain today.
My mind is blown by this masterpiece
Thanks very much cx 😊
Just...just...MAGNIFICENT!
Thanks Dennis!
A lot of nostalgia with this video for me. For one, my dad was stationed to Carswell in the 60s as part of the USN close-out on the F-111B. So we were there when AF Reserve flew all the B-36s west to AZ. If memory serves, there were two air refuel wings and a B-52 wing at Carswell back then, and they would have to Alert every so often. Not always at the same time, either. But, you got to where you could hear the difference between KC-135 and BUFFS.
Also, some ancient memories of the old Monogram B-52 (I think it was a D but might have been a B). That fuselage was two pieces, just two pieces--an intimidating slab of plastic to rival the wings. Took _two_ cans of Testor's Silver (or two of the black) to cover that bird, too.
Blasts from the past!
Just think about that if the BUFF serve's until 2052 that's 100 years in service.
Great looking model.
Built before I was born, may be flying long after I'm gone! 😮
OUTSTANDING and correct. THERE IS NO PERFECT color when deployed, ground crews use what they have or can get. Nice job.
Hi Douglas, thank you very much! 😃
I was in SAC and at Andersen AFB, Guam, 72-73 for ArcLight2 and Linebacker 1&2 and knew D and G models quite well. You did a great job.
Thanks WootTootZoot 😉
I've been sitting on a 1977 production Monogram 1/72 B-52 kit that I found sealed at thrift store a few years ago. Been waiting for one of those "blizzard weeks" where it snows so much there is nothing better to do than kick back and build a model of this stature to pass the time.
It's going have to be a long blizzard, sski 🙂
So impressed by great work! Thanks :)
Thank you JR 🙂
Beautiful camouflage work.
Thanks Dan L., I'm pleased with it too!
I grew up near Griffiss AFB in Rome, NY famous for Woodstock 1999 Concert. But in the cold war era... More as a Strategic Air Command Base. B-52's flying over my house was almost an everyday occurrence, along with C-5 Galaxies, KC-130, C-130's, C140s, A-10's, Delta Darts, even the SR 71 Blackbird flew out on missions to Libya from Griffiss.
Very nice build Max! I always like watching your videos. I learn so much! I really would like to see your model display room someday. Keep on building😁
Thanks hunters1AR 38654! I have no idea where I'm going to put this one! 😲