Italeri 2681S 1/48 F-5E Lightning WWII Replica  [IT-2681S]

Italeri 2681 - 1/48 F-5e Lightning WWII
Price:
£17.87
Brand:
Italeri
Model:
IT-2681S
GTIN:
8001283026819
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Historic Reconnaissance F-5E in 1/48 Scale

The Italeri 2681S - 1/48 F-5E Lightning WWII model kit brings the Lockheed reconnaissance variant to the modelling bench, echoing the P-38J and P-38L ancestry. The kit is aimed at modellers who want a scaled representation of an aircraft used for photographic missions in wartime.

The assembled wingspan measures about 24 cm and mirrors the original proportions. The kit features moulded elements showing the twin Allison V engines with counter-rotating propellers and indicates the layout for up to six camera positions typical of the F-5E reconnaissance fit.

  • Scale: 1/48
  • Dimensions: Approx. 24 cm wingspan
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires assembly and painting
  • Features: Detailed engine and cockpit representation

What reference material helps when building this kit?

Photographs of preserved F-5E or P-38 variants and period reconnaissance images are useful for painting and marking accuracy. Squadron photos help with camera fairing placement and finish choices.

Should I seam-fill the booms and fuselage joins?

Seam-filling and sanding improve the final appearance where the twin booms meet the centre fuselage. Tidy joins before priming to preserve panel lines and details.

What display options suit a completed 1/48 F-5E?

A small diorama showing a maintenance or strip-down scene suits the reconnaissance subject well, or display the finished model on a clear stand to highlight the twin-boom layout.

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