The model appears to be based on the original Firestorm design that was seen in the 2003 Japanese anime series co- created by Gerry Anderson and John Needham, his then business partner.
In the series, the Tornado is launched from the Storm Force submarine, Ocean Storm in a similar way to the launch of Terrahawk from the Battletank in Terrahawks.
The Tornado, which is remenisant of Thunderbird 2 carries other vehicles including Thunderbolt Fighter Aircraft and a Combatcruiser armoured van , which reminds me of a Spectrum Maximum Security Vehicle.
This excellent model is really well detailed with the interior fully lit and kitted out.
The crew can be seen in the lit cockpit.
Can't wait to see their rendition of the Ocean Storm.
Beautiful that Scoop! Hard to believe someone's actually made it from scratch. Its so detailed. Do you think we'll ever see Firestorm on TV?
ReplyDeleteYour guess is as good as mine Woodsy. We never got to see the Japanese cartoon here. Jamie's investing a lot of effort into getting Firestorm off the ground so I certainly wish him and his team success.
ReplyDeleteThere may be an updated puppet version in the works - a pilot minisode is on Youtube, as well as a trailer.
ReplyDeleteBTW, does anyone know where I can find specifications for the Tornado and other Firestorm craft?
Hi Rog, thanks for the comment. From what I hear, there's an actual series being commissioned, based on the proof of concept minisode you mention.
DeleteRe: Specifications. I'd suggest you contact Anderson Entertainment, they might be able to help you with Firestorm details.