MINICRAFT B-52H Stratofortress User manual

B-52H Stratofortress
First flown in the 1950’s, later models of the B-52 continue to serve the United States Air Force. Up-dated
B-52’s are expected to continue to serve for decades yet to come.
The new 1/144 Minicraft B-52H represents the current flying model modernized B-52H with added
antennas, electronic counter-measures and low light vision enhancements typical found on the modernized
aircraft. The new kit features pose-able flaps, pose-able landing gear (up or down) and new decals
representing 2 different B-52’s currently in operation.
Markings included are:
USAF B-52H 60-0059, 96th BS, 2nd BW, Barksdale AFB, 2001.
USAF B-52H 61-0022, 93rd BS, 40th Air Expeditionary Wing, 2001.
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PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM
Left Fuselage
Right Fuselage
2
1
Sprue B
3
4
Sprue B
234
20 21
25 26 27
27
27
40 41
24
23
22
29
32
31 31 32
30 39
35
38
34
37
33
28 36
19 18
16 17
14 14
15 15
8
7
6
5 5
6
1
10 11
12
13 13
Sprue A
1
3
3
3
2 2
3
4
4
4
4
4
3
Sprue D
2 3 4 23 24 24
26
25 22 21
20 19
1
6
6
6
6
7 9 8 10
12 14 16 18
11 13 15 17
5
Sprue C
Sprue E
16
12
11
42
3
8
7
6
5
10
9
1
15
14
13
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4All Parts
D1
E11
E9
E10
E15 (E16 Right Side)
A37
A36 E12
Tail
section
1
All Parts
3All Parts
2All Parts
C1
A22 D2
B4
B3
B2
B1
E1
E3
E2
E4
D2
Interior BLACK
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Your MINICRAFT B-52 may be assembled with various options, such as retracted or extended landing gear, retracted or extended flaps, and various armament
options. Please review the assembly steps to become familiar with the parts before beginning assembly.
Cement DO NOT Cement Cut away Optional parts Multiple assemblies
2x Drill hole
Left Fuselage
Right Fuselage
Open holes in fuselage halves
as shown. Cut off rear fuselage
at indicated line (Refer to Step 4).
E7 (E8 Left Side)
E13 (E14 Left Side)
E5 (E6 Left Side)

5 6
78
9 10
All Parts All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
C20
C21
Flap and well interiors WHITE
Intake compressors ALUMINUM
Exhausts BURNT METAL
C19 C20
C20
C21
C19 C20
C24
C24
C23
C23
C11/13/15/17
C3/5
C8
C7
C9
C10
C25
C26
C6
C6 C6 C6
C2/4
C12/14/16/18
Cut away all mounting lugs
from parts C19/C20/C21/C22
DEPLOYED FLAPS
RETRACTED FLAPS
RETRACTED LANDING GEAR
NOTE POSITION
4x
2x

11
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
A14 (In place)
A8
A14
EXTENDED LANDING GEAR
12 GAM-87A SKYBOLT (AIR LAUNCHED BALLISTIC MISSILE)
NOTE Missiles and Decoy would not be carried by the modern version of the B-52 as featured in this kit.
Parts are provided as a historic representation of typical B-52 loads.
Cut apart gear doors
C25/26 as shown
A14
A7
C6
Wheel hubs and struts ALUMINUM
Tires FLAT BLACK-GRAY
Door interiors CHROMATE YELLOW or WHITE
Apply decals 9 as shown
Apply decals as shown
14
All parts WHITE
All parts WHITE
All parts WHITE
A15
A20/21
A13
A6/32
A6/32
A6/32
A35
A41
A40
A6/32
A5/31
C6
C6
C6
A30
A29
A14 (In place) A14
C26
C26
A11
C25
C25
A10
A14
13 SRAM AGM-69 (SHORT RANGE AIR MISSILE)
14 ADM-20 QUAIL (AERIAL DECOY) NOTE - Generally carried internally.
4x
12x 2x
1415 15
13
15

All Parts
All Parts
All Parts
15
16
17
AGM-28 HOUND DOG (AIR LAUNCHED CRUISE MISSILE)
AGM-28 HOUND DOGGAM-87A SKYBOLT SRAM
STATIC DISPLAY STANDS
Apply decals as shown
2x
5x
A17/19
A28 A3/34
A4/33
A23/24
D4
D3
A25/26
A16/18
A28
All external parts WHITE
Intake compressor ALUMINUM
Exhaust BURNT METAL
12
10
10
121112 11
12

USAF B-52H 60-0059, 96th BS, 2nd BW, Barksdale AFB, 2001
PAINTS
A FS36118 Gunship Gray (ModelMaster 1723, Acryl 4752) 14641

USAF B-52H 61-0022, 93rd BS, 40th Air Expeditionary Wing, 2001
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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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