1/200 A-26 BLEKINGE CLASS SUBMARINE MODEL

Description

The Blekinge class is a class of Next Generation submarines for the Swedish Navy. These feature a modular design and Air-Independent propulsion along with a built-in capability of supporting special operations forces via a "multi-mission portal". Here, 1/200 model of the baseline variant of this class, being built for the Swedish Navy is provided. Four files are provided: Model without masts Masts (recommended to be printed separately) Guide model for placement of masts and propeller at correct positions. This model is not recommended for printing since the thin masts may not come out well and may break. One may also consider using metal wire in place of very thin pieces on masts. Just cut-out the thin part, drill a hole in its place, glue a straight piece of wire in its place, carefully keeping the length of the mast. Right-handed and Left-Handed propellers (in separate files). Either of them can be used with the submarine. Glue a 3mm rod into the slot provided in the propeller hub. And insert the other end (preferably after applying some lube oil) into the long slot provided in the submarine hull. This is highly detailed model and can also be used at larger scales (e.g. 1/72 or 1/48). At larger scales the panel lines on the hull might be a bit too heavily pronounced. This can be countered by using a slight amount of horizontal expansion. Some amount of horizontal expansion might anyway be needed if using FDM. NOTE: This is only a scaled down dummy model of the submarine…