These models show
the two basic versions of the Italeri F-16 series. Most Italeri kits
always seem to have a few minor fit and accuracy problems, but when all is done
& said the results are usually a pretty decent-looking model. These
kits feature much the same part build-up and construction sequence as
their high-rolling Hasegawa cousins. However, surface detail and fit are
not quite the same. But overall, Italeri fill an important market niche-
adequate detail, reasonable price and timely market entry; their F-22 and F-18F
are still the only 1/48 examples available. Some text about your model
goes here. This would possibly include text about any resin or photo
etched items used to create your kit, aftermarket decals used, paints used, things
you liked or disliked about the kit. Things used to weather your model.
You can also include history about the full sized plane if you want.
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The F-16B in
Norwegian markings was built straight from the box. The kit ACES II seats
are excellent, although on my model they're still awaiting harnesses. Overall
painting was done with Testor's MM Light Ghost Grey and the kit decals were
used in finishing.
I added an Eduard F-16C cockpit
set to the Israeli version-it too was painted in Model Master colors: sand, dark
tan and light green- the earlier darker-toned Israeli colors. (Hatzor
AB 1992). The kit decals were used in finishing, but an extra-glossy
finish is required to get them to lay down without silvering.
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The two-seater can also be
built up into the big-spined version of the 'D', although I am informed that
changes and additions are necessary for an accurate Block 40 "Brakeet":
larger intake area, different gun port, and various WR
bumps. Anyone who has built an Italeri kit or two knows the kind of
modeling challenges you're in for with these kits, but overall, they're
good modeling fun!
Bob
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