1/48 Academy F-15I "Ra'am"

Gallery Article by Rafi Ben-Shahar on Mar 15 2010

 

At last, a "Ra'am" kit that does not require aftermarket complement accessories and decals.  And, how does it compare to the Revell F-15E kit?  Give and take, both kits are similar meaning; small accuracy issues that can be fixed and good dimensional and textural representations.

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Some aspects that appear in the photographs here do not correspond with the real aircraft. 

  • 1. Engine intakes are in the down position when the aircraft is operated only. 

  • 2. AN/ASW-55 pod is always at the rear port station (like indicated in the instructions). 

  • 3. Landing gear door should be positioned more at an angle to the rear.

Large number of parts and detailing including the making of scratch made parts put this model under the labor intensive category.

Rafi Ben-Shahar

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Photos and text © by Rafi Ben-Shahar