Snuffwuzz (Ali)
Mi-24W "Hind"
The Mi-24W is the Polish designation for the Mi-24V, which entered production in 1976. The "V" variant saw numerous upgrades over the earlier "D" including provision to carry the advanced 9M114 Shturm (AT-6 Spiral) missile. "Hind" helicopters have been widely exported around the world. Their popularity is probably a consequence of their incredible versatility - being able to carry troops as well as a potent selection of weaponry.
About the model:
I've come a long way since my first attempt at designing a Hind (www.flickr.com/photos/39885799@N02/4510655806/in/photolis...) and I've got a lot more detail onto this version, despite working to a much smaller scale. Like the other helicopters I've modelled so far, this one took a lot of tinkering to get right. However, the cockpit area was pretty straightforward (although my cockpits are about 20% too large). Dornbi's version provided quite a lot of inspiration, although I haven't really used many of his techniques. I've also used a rotor solution found here: www.flickr.com/photos/75482622@N02/20397049828/in/datepos...
Mi-24W "Hind"
The Mi-24W is the Polish designation for the Mi-24V, which entered production in 1976. The "V" variant saw numerous upgrades over the earlier "D" including provision to carry the advanced 9M114 Shturm (AT-6 Spiral) missile. "Hind" helicopters have been widely exported around the world. Their popularity is probably a consequence of their incredible versatility - being able to carry troops as well as a potent selection of weaponry.
About the model:
I've come a long way since my first attempt at designing a Hind (www.flickr.com/photos/39885799@N02/4510655806/in/photolis...) and I've got a lot more detail onto this version, despite working to a much smaller scale. Like the other helicopters I've modelled so far, this one took a lot of tinkering to get right. However, the cockpit area was pretty straightforward (although my cockpits are about 20% too large). Dornbi's version provided quite a lot of inspiration, although I haven't really used many of his techniques. I've also used a rotor solution found here: www.flickr.com/photos/75482622@N02/20397049828/in/datepos...