Mamba 120cc

[abaser]

With the NG coming to a close, it’s time to choose my next build. Now that I’m getting back in my groove of modeling, I once again plan on making this one as detailed as possible. I actually want to test my limits on this one so there may be two builds in one here. For this model, I want to build everything. That being said, I’ll do the RF version first with detail, but after release, or while the physics are tested and refined by an actual competition pilot, I’m going to build till I can’t build any more just for personal pleasure. That means wires, all electronics, screws, whatever I can find pics of. Once finished, if anyone wants that version I’ll upload a file here in the thread, possibly on the swaps, but I figure it’ll slow RF way down as I’ll be pushing the poly limit I’m sure. Look for the first progress report soon. The scene is already setup and waiting on me to start.

 

[technoid]

Sounds cool to me. Knock yourself out adding details that's why the polys are there, to use them.

Will you be adding AS3X in the physics?

 

[abaser]

Sounds cool to me. Knock yourself out adding details that's why the polys are there, to use them.

Will you be adding AS3X in the physics?

Is that possible in RF8? I’ve never looked into that and really know nothing about it.

 

[technoid]

Is that possible in RF8? I’ve never looked into that and really know nothing about it.

They released a Horizon Hobby add-on that had AS3X in it but I don't know if you can still get it. Maybe someone on ebay or amazon might have it.

 

[doug schluter]

another biplane excellent Andy

 

[abaser]

another biplane excellent Andy

What can I say? I love me a bipe.

 

[abaser]

Meet the Mamba 120cc. Couldn't help but get this one started tonight. I need a break form the NG, but will get back to that one shortly to finish the model portion. Biggest problem with this one is the lack of good reference shots. I'm making do with what you see in the last pic, but I have come to realize (and already knew to be honest) is the scale/symmetry/accuracy is pretty bad. I think I've got it fairly close in this rough stage.

Sorry for the lousy renders. I just threw a light in the scene and rendered. I'll get a better setup next time I promise.

 

[uncle twist]

Looks like your off to a good start. I think the renders look cool...

 

[technoid]

Yep, it looks like a good start to me.

 

[abaser]

Thanks guys. It’s definitely coming along easier than I figured it would. Now that the main shape is done it’s time to start fine tuning and lining out the details.

 

[doug schluter]

it's a pleasure meeting the Mamba 120cc Andy , nice having you building again

 

[abaser]

it's a pleasure meeting the Mamba 120cc Andy , nice having you building again

Thanks Doug.

 

[abaser]

I know it’s early in the game, but I want to map and color some as I go. That being said, what’s your favorite scheme? Yellow/white or red/blue?

 

[technoid]

Red/Blue for me.

 

[uncle twist]

I`m liking the blue/red as well..

 

[abaser]

So red/blue it is.

Here's tonight's progress. Not much to show really. My brain wouldn't work while trying to shape the horizontal stab and add a little airfoil to it, but I'll get it lined out. I did manage to get the elevators cut in, added struts, and started carving out the cowling. I noticed while rendering the front view I had an issue on the LE of the lower wing, and fixed that. Next on the agenda is to finish shaping the H stab then move on to the V stab. Once I get all the control surfaces cut out, I'm going to map the main parts and put a rough CS on it just for some color.

 

[uncle twist]

Looking good so far Andy, looking forward to the next set of progress renders. You know I love those...hopefully they inspire others to model...

 

[technoid]

That looks great. I'm really looking forward to seeing this one in person.

 

[abaser]

Looking good so far Andy, looking forward to the next set of progress renders. You know I love those...hopefully they inspire others to model...

Ran across something this morning I hope to try on the NG before long as far as rendering goes. Going to try it out soon and if it works I think you’ll really enjoy those.

 

[abaser]

That looks great. I'm really looking forward to seeing this one in person.

You’ll be one of the first.