CMK Q48370 F-104 G/S Seat (M.-B. Mk.7) 1/48

CMK Q48370 F-104 G/S Seat (M.-B. Mk.7) 1/48 is a detailed Martin-Baker Mk.7 ejection seat designed for Kinetic's F-104G/S Starfighter model kits. This excellent modeling accessory is crafted from top-quality polyurethane resin, allowing for the reproduction of the finest details of the original seat used in combat aircraft of NATO countries.

Historical Overview & Application

The Martin-Baker Mk.7 ejection seat was among the most advanced of its era, widely used in various variants of the F-104G/S Starfighter. This aircraft was the main supersonic fighter of many NATO air forces, including Germany, Italy, Greece, Belgium, Turkey, Spain, the Netherlands, and Canada. The F-104G/S primarily served during the Cold War, namely from the early 1960s through the 1980s and early 1990s. These aircraft participated in numerous allied exercises, patrol missions, and operational activities within NATO structures.

Product Features

• Intended for: Kinetic F-104G/S plastic models in 1/48 scale.
• Material: High-quality cast resin, faithfully reproducing details such as pilot harnesses, cushions, or release levers.
• Additional parts: Photorealistic rendition of minute structural elements of the ejection seat.
• Category: Resin model, aftermarket accessory for plastic kits.
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – suitable even for intermediate modelers; requires only slight finishing and gluing into the cockpit.
• Application: Ideal for upgrading F-104G/S models – an excellent way to enhance cockpit realism and achieve a reconstruction at the highest level of detail.

Why choose it? CMK Q48370 F-104 G/S Seat (M.-B. Mk.7) 1/48 is an excellent choice for modelers seeking exceptional precision and realism. Thanks to crisp detailing, the resin allows for a professionally finished cockpit, far surpassing the standard plastic kit parts. Highly recommended especially to Cold War military aviation enthusiasts and collectors of NATO models. Particularly appreciated by intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to give their models a unique, realistic character.