Eduard 632043 F-104 exhaust nozzle early 1/32 (ITALERI)

Eduard 632043 F-104 exhaust nozzle early 1/32 is a high-quality accessory set designed to enhance the ITALERI 1:32 scale F-104 fighter jet model. Manufactured by the renowned Eduard company, specializing in detailed model accessories, this product significantly enhances the realism and appeal of any plastic kit in this series.

Product Features:

• Scale: 1:32
• Compatibility: ITALERI F-104 Starfighter model
• Category: Resin set – detail for the early version of the jet engine exhaust nozzle
• Material: Precisely cast resin, with fine photo-etched parts for a highly accurate recreation of details
• Parts included: Resin nozzle and internal detail components, photo-etched fret

History and Application:

Eduard's exhaust nozzle replicates the early version of the General Electric J79 engine used in the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter fighter jet. The F-104 was a primary supersonic fighter operated by the United States Air Force as well as numerous NATO members such as Germany, Italy, Canada, and Belgium. Designed in the late 1950s and used extensively during the Cold War, it was renowned for its high maximum speed and distinctive, slender silhouette. Mainly in service between 1958 and 1987, the F-104 participated in defense missions as well as multiple altitude and speed record-breaking test flights.

Advantages of the Eduard 632043 Set:

• Very high quality and detail of the resin casting, excellent surface reproduction
• Photo-etched additions allow for precise recreation of segments not achievable with standard plastic kits
• Perfect fit for the ITALERI model – does not require significant modifications
• Realistic appearance consistent with period reference photos from the Cold War era

Who is it for?

This product is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers looking to increase the realism of their F-104 model. Due to the fine, precise parts, the assembly is rated at a 3/5 difficulty level. The set is a perfect choice for super-detailing, giving the model a unique character and historical accuracy.