RESKIT RSU72-0249 480 gallon FPU-12/A fuel tank for F/A-18 (E,F,G) "Super Hornet" (1 pcs) (3D Printed) 1/72

RESKIT RSU72-0249 is a precisely crafted, 3D-printed model of the 480-gallon FPU-12/A fuel tank designed for F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft in E, F, and G variants, in the popular 1/72 scale. This product is dedicated to modelers building miniatures of modern US Navy combat aircraft who wish to enhance their models with a professional aftermarket detail.

• Country of use: United States (US Navy, US Marine Corps)
• Period of use: contemporary – the tank has been used since the late 1990s to the present day in combat operations and training missions worldwide
• Material: high-quality 3D print made from modern photopolymer resins, providing extremely sharp details and replication of even the smallest structural elements
• Contents: the set includes one piece of the fuel tank, perfectly fitting F/A-18E, F/A-18F and EA-18G kits
• Category: modeling accessories for plastic model kits, 3D printed part

The FPU-12/A is a standard external fuel tank used on F/A-18 Super Hornet fighters, significantly extending their range and operational capabilities. It is especially important in long-duration combat missions and air support, having been used intensively in missions over Iraq, Afghanistan, and operations aimed at ensuring air superiority and support from aircraft carriers. This part has become an icon of modern US Navy operations.

The RESKIT RSU72-0249 product is characterized by exceptional precision and detail, which are the hallmarks of 3D-printed accessories. Thanks to this tank, the F/A-18 Super Hornet model gains unique realism and authenticity, which will be especially appreciated by more advanced modelers. However, due to the simple assembly, the product will also satisfy intermediate fans of aircraft modeling.

Recommended: We recommend this model to all aviation modeling enthusiasts, collectors of modern military aircraft, and those building dioramas related to the US Navy. It's a great choice for anyone who wants to increase the realism and level of detail in their models.

Difficulty level: 1/5 (easy-to-assemble product, recommended for modelers at any skill level).