MINICRAFT Bonanza F-33 User manual

Bonanza F-33
The Beechcraft Bonanza was developed just after the end of WWII and first flown in 1947. Designed as a
low wing high performance private aircraft, the “V” tailed Bonanza combined performance and sleek looks
to deliver a very effective private airplane. However after years of utilizing the famous “V” tail design there
were numerous crashes mostly attributed to pilot error but the “V” tail design was recognized as a factor. In
the hands of inexperienced pilots the “V” tail could be difficult to master. The decision was made in the late
1950’s to modify the Bonanza V-35 to use a redesigned conventional tail, rudder and elevator structure that
significantly change the looks of the Bonanza. This kit represents the “re-designed” Bonanza F-33 from
1966.
This new 1/48 scale kit features new tail tooling, and new markings with decals printed by Cartograf.
Standard features include detailed 6 cylinder air cooled engine, removable cowling, detailed interior and
position-able landing gear.
The following markings are included in this kit:
Beech F33A Bonanza, N5599P, Airline Training Center, Arizona, 1998
Beech F33A Bonanza, N5585Y, Airline Training Center, Arizona, 1998
Minicraft Models (US) LLC, 1501 Commerce Drive, Elgin IL 60123 USA
www.minicraftmodels.com
Printed in China
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PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM
Display Stand
44
43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 36
22
24
23
25
26
26
26
26
27
28
20
19 18
17
16 15 14
13
12 11 10
9 8
12
3
4
Right Upper Wing
Lower Wing Right Fuselage Half
CLEAR Sprue (C)
Left Fuselage Half
6 6
7
5
35
34
33
32
31
30
29
21 Optional Display Plate
Left Upper Wing
C45
C46 C49
C47 C50
C51C48
53
51
50
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COCKPIT ASSEMBLY
1
COCKPIT / WING ASSEMBLY
3
FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY
4
INSTRUMENT PANEL
2
Cement
Coller
Kleben
Pegar
Incollare
Colar
Kleven
DO NOT Cement
Ne pas Coller
Nicht Kleben
No Pegar
Non Incollare
Nao Colar
Niet Kleven
Cut away
Couper
Scheiden
Cortar
Tagliere
Cortar
Snijden
Optional parts
Choix
Auswahlmoglichkeit
Eleccion
Scelta
Opaco
Keuze
Repeat operation
RŽpeeter l' opŽration
Vorgang wiederholen
Repitir la operacion
Ripetere
Repitir a opera•ao
Herhalen
Symmetrical assembly Drill hole
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
26
26
26
14
50
39
C51
Right Fuselage Half
Left Fuselage Half
C50
C49 C46
C47 C48
(From Step 2)
(From Step 3)
44
38
13
35
29
Cockpit floor DARK GRAY
Seats LIGHT GRAY or TAN
Interior LIGHT GRAY or TAN
Cut as indicated by recessed lines
inside left and right fuselage halves.
Cut away remaining upper fuselage
air scoop. Dry fit new fuselage
part 50 and trim and sand
as necessary before gluing to
assembled fuselage halves.
Control yoke (29) BLACK
Firewall (14) ALUMINUM
Instrument panel DARK GRAY
with SILVER and WHITE details
4
26
25
12
Upper Left Wing
Upper Right Wing
Lower Wing

Crankcase DARK GRAY
Cylinders ALUMINUM
Oil pan (22) FLAT BLACK
Exhausts BURNT METAL
Engine mount tube ALUMINUM
Engine mount FLAT BLACK
ENGINE ASSEMBLY
6
TAIL ASSEMBLY
5
ENGINE INSTALLATION
7
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
43
6
6
32 9
7
8
22
NOTE
Assemble parts 6 with
round holes facing upward
42
27
Note alignment
Gently sand stabilizer mounting tabs
as shown to assist alignment.
Be sure to dy-fit parts before gluing.
Note alignment diagram below.
51
2
1
20

All Parts
FINAL ASSEMBLY
8
Stand Base
28
18
30
19
C45
3
5
31 34
37
15 LEFT
16 RIGHT 36 (L/R)
41 (L/R)
Wheel hubs ALUMINUM
Tires FLAT BLACK-GRAY
Struts ALUMINUM
Wheel hub ALUMINUM
Tire FLAT BLACK-GRAY
Strut ALUMINUM
Exhausts BURNT METAL
Propeller blades FLAT BLACK
For retracted gear version,
glue gear doors 10/11/23/24
in closed position.
23
17 33
33
53
NOTE
Many Bonanzas were refitted with
a higher performance three-blade
propeller (part 53)
NOTE
Some details omitted for clarity
40
10 LEFT
11 RIGHT

PAINTS
A Aluminum (ModelMaster 1781, Acryl 4677)
B Yellow (ModelMaster 1708, Acryl 4721)
C Blue (ModelMaster 2727, Acryl 4661)
D White (ModelMaster 1745, Acryl 4696)
E Red (ModelMaster 2719, Acryl 4631) 11670
Beech F33A Bonanza, N5599P, Airline Training Center, Arizona, 1998

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Beech F33A Bonanza, N5585Y, Airline Training Center, Arizona, 1998

Your Minicraft model includes high-quality waterslide decals. These decals adhere best
to a glossy surface; and it is recommended that you apply a clear gloss coat over your
painted model.
Use a sharp scissors or knife to cut individual decals from the carrier sheet. Do not cut
into the clear film surrounding the individual decals.
* It is recommended that you apply one decal at a time.
* Place the decal section in warm water, when first inserted in the water your decal will
curl, after approximately ten seconds the decal will uncurl. Remove from water and lay
on a paper towel. After approximately 10 - 20 seconds the decal will slide freely from the
backing paper. Use a small brush to help slide the decal from the backing paper and into
position on the model. Carefully blot excess water from the decal, using care not to move
the decal or tear it.
* If you choose to use a setting solution, apply a thin coat over the decal following the
manufacturer’s instruction.
* Allow the decal to dry overnight. Wash any adhesive residue off the model with a small
amount of clean water and dry thoroughly.
* Apply clear gloss, matte or flat coat to seal decals following the instructions from the
manufacturer.
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