Academy 12506 - 1/72 F-15C MSIP II 173rd Fighter Wing Model  [AC-12506]

Academy 12506 - 1/72 F-15C MSIP II '173rd Fighter Wing' Description

The Academy 1/72 F-15C MSIP II kit provides a faithful small-scale portrayal of a well known air superiority fighter. It reproduces identifying features and the 173rd Fighter Wing markings, making it a solid choice for anyone building a modern military collection.

Operational Summary and Modelling Interest

Introduced in the late 1970s, the F-15C gained prominence for air-to-air roles, and the MSIP II package brought notable systems improvements. This kit emphasises the external traits that signal the MSIP II configuration, useful for accurate replication.

Construction Experience and Finish Advice

Parts are engineered to present fine surface detail at 1/72 scale and require glue and paint for completion. With tidy assembly and careful paintwork, the model makes an excellent exhibit for cabinets or grouped displays with similar modern aircraft.