RESKIT RSU72-0170 BAC LIGHTNING (F3, F5, F6, F53, T55) EXHAUST NOZZLES LATE TYPE FOR AIRFIX KIT 1/72 – Detail Set for Aircraft Model

RESKIT RSU72-0170 is a precisely made detail set intended for the Airfix BAC Lightning in 1/72 scale. It offers the most authentic version of exhaust nozzles for the F3, F5, F6, F53, and T55 aircraft, also known as late variants or "late type exhaust nozzles." This set is produced from high-quality resin, ensuring excellent detail reproduction and component durability.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Original user country: United Kingdom (Royal Air Force), as well as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and other countries operating the export versions
• Historical period of use: Cold War (from the 1960s up to the mid-1980s)
• Origin: Components intended for Airfix BAC Lightning F3, F5, F6, F53, T55 kits
• Material: High-quality resin
• Product category: Detail set – modeling accessory for plastic aircraft models

The BAC Lightning was one of the most famous British interceptor fighters of the Cold War era. The aircraft was famed for its extraordinary performance, including exceptionally rapid climb rate and twin-engine design, offering it undeniable superiority in intercepting potential targets over British territory. The Lightning aircraft in the F3, F5, F6, F53 versions and the T55 trainer served both in the RAF and the air forces of the Middle East. They participated in numerous patrol missions and symbolized the height of British aviation technology during the 1960s and 70s.

The RESKIT RSU72-0170 detail set allows modelers to significantly enhance the realism of their finished model – the resin exhaust nozzles feature finely reproduced panel lines, details, and material texture, which are hard to achieve with classic plastic components. The parts are intuitive to assemble, and the product fits perfectly with Airfix models in 1/72 scale.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 (slightly above basic, intended for intermediate and advanced modelers)
Recommendation: We highly recommend this set to all military aviation enthusiasts and modelers who value historical and technical fidelity to details. It is the perfect choice for anyone wishing to upgrade their Airfix Lightning model in 1/72 scale.