Eduard FE222 F-104C/J 1/48 Hasegawa – Colored Photo-Etched Parts

We present the professional detail set Eduard FE222 F-104C/J, dedicated to 1/48 scale models by Hasegawa. This kit contains high-quality photo-etched parts, which significantly enhance the realism and finish quality of the F-104C/J aircraft replica – known worldwide as the Starfighter.

Dedication and Compatibility

The FE222 set has been specially designed for Hasegawa 1/48 scale plastic models of the F-104C and F-104J. It provides a perfect fit with original parts and enables detailed enhancement of the pilot's cockpit and internal components.

A Brief History of the F-104C/J Starfighter

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was an American supersonic fighter that played an important role during the Cold War. The F-104C variant was primarily used by the United States Air Force (USAF), while the F-104J was produced under license in Japan and became the backbone of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force in the 1960s and 1970s. These aircraft took part in reconnaissance missions and the protection of their countries' airspace during the hottest phases of the Cold War rivalry.

Material and Set Contents

The Eduard FE222 is a set of colored photo-etched parts made from high-quality brass. The color printing helps to achieve outstanding realism on instrument panels, seatbelts, and cockpit details. The fret includes:

• Colored instrument panels;
• Photo-etched seatbelts;
• Detailed cockpit equipment elements;
• Fine and precise parts impossible to reproduce in plastic.

Product Category

This is a colored photo-etched fret intended for plastic model kits (Detail set for plastic model kits).

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Eduard FE222 set is especially recommended for modelers with some experience (difficulty level 3/5). It requires precision and skill in working with delicate photo-etched details. The product greatly increases realism, making it an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate faithful reproduction of the original and attention to every detail of the cockpit.