2015 BB400 Cathay Pacific Boeing 747-367 B-HOL

quanng

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Today I would like to share with you all the 2015 BigBird Cathay Pacific Boeing 747-367 B-HOL with white RB211 and Hong Kong registration (I myself prefer the silver engine version more but the hefty $$$ tag kept me away from it. I recently acquired this model, without its original box and the card which came along with it. The model was noted to have yellowed white upper fuselage (which I see present on 2015 BB CX 743 model photos on DiMA database, but mine is significantly worse). However, I would say this is one of the finest models ever made and surely be my purchase of 2022. This model starts my love for 1:400 B747-300, a classic 747 with stretched upper deck and HF antenna. Cathay Pacific operated 6 B743, with 3 different outer appearance (which would be discussed in part 3). This example, VR-HOL (later B-HOL) was received in 1987 and had a capacity of 422 seats. I would really hope the CX B743 be released once again! It is truly an iconic aircraft.

Firstly, a real photo of this machine, courtesy of its respective owner.
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Now let's get to the model, the view from port side.
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The Lettuce tail!
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The aircraft features the original 747 classic wing-to-body fairing, which is represented excellently on this model.
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The white RB211-524C2 with the HF antenna (albeit a little bit bent).
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The starboard side, view from behind.
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A duoshot with AI B743 from last post.
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And lastly, my most favorite photo style - fly over shot.
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View from behind!
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So that's all for today post. Thank you so much and I hope to see you later posts.
 
Nice pictures! I don't see much of the yellowed upper fuselage so I think you bought a fine model indeed!
Thank you! I guess the effect has been reversed somehow, the lightning when I took this picture may have affected the color shade. The day I received it I was shocked on how yellow it was, a bit disappointing at first. But it is a wonderful model!
 
I think the yellowish tone can be clearly seen from this photo! But alas a beautiful scheme and a beautiful model to have in my collection!
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On some occasion, yes as I mostly aim towards modern subjects! But I must admit the retros I have are some of the most outstanding "break the rules" choices I have made!
Same! I mostly collect modern models, however, if the retro looks good or if it holds importance to me, I will buy it
 
Same! I mostly collect modern models, however, if the retro looks good or if it holds importance to me, I will buy it
I agree! I bought the AI 743 for its meticulous livery! This one is from my personal favorite, the Lettuce Sandwich fits the 743 really well!
 
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