I soooo want this....

[Argonor]

http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10079789

Too expensive, though.... 

[Plynkes]

This is the Vietnam gunship version, but it is considerably cheaper:

http://www.hannants.co.uk/search/?FULL=MG5615

Probably wouldn't be hard to turn into a civilian plane (though I must admit I'm not really up to speed on the differences if any between the DC-3 and the C-47).

[Johnnytodd]

Here's one in 1/54th scale (perfect for 28mm !!):

http://www.desktopmodelairplanes.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=12&products_id=410

[Argonor]

The Monogram one is more in reach for my wallet 

The display one is nice, but too pricey for me...

Should be able to make a civilian one out of the gunship, though... I have both files, clippers, and greenstuff 

[dampfpanzerwagon]

No Problem;

TK MAX (UK discount stores) are selling a 1/48th scale Dakota for less than £40.00.  Its a HUGE model and I saw two at the TK MAX Store in Rugby (on the way out to the M6) on Monday afternoon.

I think it was Corgi - so metal as well! 

Check out other TK MAX stores, but if you want one - I suggest you get in touch with this company very quickly.

Tony
http://dampfpanzerwagon.blogspot.com/

[dampfpanzerwagon]

The model was Franklin Mint - and not Corgi.  Sorry.

Tony
http://dampfpanzerwagon.blogspot.com/

[flooglestreet]

wouldn't be hard to turn into a civilian plane (though I must admit I'm not really up to speed on the differences if any between the DC-3 and the C-47).

The interiors are radically different, of course. For modelers the big difference is the passenger entrance. The C-47 has a gaping hole in the fuselage, not a door. You might be able to get some preformed styrene plastic from a hobby manufacturer who specialises in kit bashers supplies.

[archangel1]

wouldn't be hard to turn into a civilian plane (though I must admit I'm not really up to speed on the differences if any between the DC-3 and the C-47).

The interiors are radically different, of course. For modelers the big difference is the passenger entrance. The C-47 has a gaping hole in the fuselage, not a door. You might be able to get some preformed styrene plastic from a hobby manufacturer who specialises in kit bashers supplies.

Why bother with all that hassle?  Just look for Monogram's civilian DC-3.  It's already got the smaller fuselage door and the passenger seats and overhead racks for the interior.

[Plynkes]

My usual (UK) online sources didn't have it. It was only a quick search, though. Might be available somewhere.

That Vietnam gunship was the nearest thing I could find that didn't cost a king's ransom.

[Argonor]

Why bother with all that hassle?  Just look for Monogram's civilian DC-3.  It's already got the smaller fuselage door and the passenger seats and overhead racks for the interior.

You think, one should make the interior accessible... or alternatively have one, where the upper part is removed for internal play? 

I see possibilities  Indy vs. the evil cultist hijackers....?