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Individual Mods and Packs for IL-2 1946 => Skins, Maps, Missions & Campaigns => UK Skins => Topic started by: Knochenlutscher on September 27, 2014, 09:41:04 PM
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THis a recollection of all previous Skins on the Topic.
No more split up Posts, straight go ahead.
Version 5: old 3-D
version 6: New 3-D Martlets 2021
A Pack containing Grumman Martlets Mk.I and Mk.II Skins to suit latest Modifications availlable.
(https://www.mission4today.com/uploads/downloads/DL2014/5637_covermartlet.jpg)
(https://www.mission4today.com/uploads/downloads/DL2014/5637_25.09.2014%203-06-06.jpg)
(https://www.mission4today.com/uploads/downloads/DL2014/5637_16.09.2014%2014-40-53.jpg)
Update!
- Martlets Mk.I corrected
- additional Hellcat Mk.I added
http://www.mission4today.com/index.php?name=Downloads3&file=details&id=2047
My documentation is thin, as I did this for personal purposes first,
hence I only compiled pictorial sources and FAA's Delivery/Report Papers
on the selected Kites. I can't give squadron allocation, even if some
have the their Markings applied, as the units switched and borrowed their
aircraft in the early phase of Martlet introduction on a frequent base.
The topic is a study feast, allocate nearly all FAA Stations and Carriers
howling them would fill a page and still not help on the matter.
A change of Codes I could not trace, when they were on loan somewhere else.
(http://i1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah153/Segfej/Screenshots/1609201414-40-53_zps296666a5.jpg) (http://s1379.photobucket.com/user/Segfej/media/Screenshots/1609201414-40-53_zps296666a5.jpg.html)
(http://i1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah153/Segfej/Screenshots/250920143-08-53_zps00c4dd80.jpg) (http://s1379.photobucket.com/user/Segfej/media/Screenshots/250920143-08-53_zps00c4dd80.jpg.html)
(http://i1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah153/Segfej/Screenshots/250920143-06-06_zpsf6dc11db.jpg) (http://s1379.photobucket.com/user/Segfej/media/Screenshots/250920143-06-06_zpsf6dc11db.jpg.html)
80% is historical, while the 20% semihistoricals are from actual Reports.
Warning!!!
Stock Models of Wildcats are not supported.
Tested in DBW 1.71/4.101m, other Installations at own risk...
Requirements:
You need to have the combination of the following 2 Mods to get
the suiting Skins. If not, see Warning...
Grumman Martlet Mk.I/Mk.II: Revised version
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,39272.0.html
Martlet 3-D Update
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,42639.0.html
The late Martlets (FM) and Hellcats are suitable for their appropriate Mods (Hellcats) and
3-D upgrades by PA_Jeronimo (Engine Cowling + Wheels).
Credits:
Jesters-Ink
This time I included some Blanks/Generics and all come Bright finished to you.
Knochenlutscher, 2014/2021
Happy Flying....
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Well done on covering FAA martlets :)
I notice you have skinned the wide set guns on the MkI, is there a mod for this or is it done for visual effect?
I am currently skinning BJ562 based on a series of photos in MAM Vol 6 Issue 12 and would like to make a version to match the wider set guns if possible.
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Hi Phase,
Ahh, Thanks man for your kind words. :)
Of course you can, follow the Link below or above, right under the Screens I posted the two Templates that I altered.
The wider Guns Skins in this Pack suit for the Martlet 3-D update
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,42639.0.html
I shifted with suitable Templates, as both versions got slightly altered if you use this Upgrade.
I found it practically if you have a Mod that alters the Model and a Template for it, so others can make use of it too.
You may wish to check them out and use them for your purposes.
Have a nice Weekend
Knochenlutscher
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Thank you Knoch.
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Thank you Knochenlutscher . I have updated your status here to Modder. Thank you for your work. :)
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??? Wow, pleasure is on my side, Thank you
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Very nice skins. I have one question about the MkII Hellcat: having never seen the style of roundel with the red inner ring documented, I should be interested to know the source.
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Hi oldschoolie,
http://i1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah153/Segfej/Pictures/MartletMkII_zpsb7833715.jpg (http://s1379.photobucket.com/user/Segfej/media/Pictures/MartletMkII_zpsb7833715.jpg.html)
http://www.avionesclasicos.com/imagenes/wildcat/martlet.jpg (http://www.avionesclasicos.com/imagenes/wildcat/martlet.jpg)
https://www.flickr.com/photos/sdasmarchives/7881265478/ (https://www.flickr.com/photos/sdasmarchives/7881265478/)
http://www.clubhyper.com/reference/wildcatfaaba_1.htm (http://www.clubhyper.com/reference/wildcatfaaba_1.htm)
Best Regards
Knochenlutscher
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Hi Knochenlutscher,
Thanks for the Martlet links, but my question was about the 2 skins for the Mk II Hellcat, which have a thin inner red ring in the otherwise "Pacific" roundels which I have never seen in any other source.
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I dont think its red but heres a photo showing the same overpainting.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v164/Phas3e/BRyan11_zps74f65bcc.jpg~original) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Phas3e/media/BRyan11_zps74f65bcc.jpg.html)
I think its more likely a light blue as red markings in the pacific were over painted early in the war so not to confuse gunners with the Japanese 'Meatball'
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Yep. I think you're right and there is no red left in any overpainted roundel.
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I got it, overread, thought you meant the Martlet.
You're right, I missed that, well, :-\
Look here, nice findings:
http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234940242-faa-hellcat-mk-i/ (http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234940242-faa-hellcat-mk-i/)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8270787@N07/2833232302 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/8270787@N07/2833232302)
Thanks for pointing this out, will be corrected in a future update.
Have a nice evening Mates
Best wishes
Knochenlutscher
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Nice pics! Thanks for the responses...and really good skins. Look forward to the small adjustment. Best regards.
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Updated!!!
I have a free day today and I'm ready. Martlets Mk.III, Mk.IV, V and VI will come shipped though.
Hence they match default game US counterparts.
Greetz
Knoch
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In order to save me from mess I recompiled this with an overall new Update, as I was underway
going over someone's Request. Please check out version 3 latest, additions and corrections to Indomitable kites
of 1839 & 1844 Squadron FAA.
Happy flying...
Tobias
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Danke fürs Update
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Thanks for joining Mate, sorry for the mess with the recent Updates.
Enjoy them :)
Fliegergruß
Tobias
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Update 4.0
Received footage from Martlets Mk.I, it showed their starboard style tacticals
were messy. Now the markings are historical correct.
An additional historical 1840 NAS Hellcat Mk.I added
Best wishes
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Update v.5.0 is due, historical Additions, some Corrections...
Best wishes
Tobias
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Another excellent collection, thank you very much, really appreciated. 8)
Take care and be safe.
Wishing you all the very best, Pete. ;D
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Now that the New Martlets/Wildcats of FAA have been released it is Time for a Upgrade.
This old Skinpack will be laid to rest, further Additions, corrections will be placed in the New 2021 Edition,
suiting the new Templates and 3-D Slots.
The New Skinpack is different as there's Template differences, corrections to Mk.I and Mk.III respectively.
Both Packs are not cross compatible, so chose your Version wisely.
Users of my New Martlets already have all the supplemented Skis in the Mod Download.
This Publication is a formality.
Keep you updated will I'll upload stuff.
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Topic Upgraded, chose Version.
Thanks
Tobias