After a thirty year wait, we finally have the F-16XL in 1/48, thanks to Skunkmodels. So far, the fit is less workable than I hoped, but in the end it might not be so bad. Certain parts are certainly over-engineered, such as the tail, which creates extra seams to deal with. There are also some inaccuracies, such as the F-16C cockpit panel, and some strange choices for options such as the 12 Mk82 snake eyes, as the original test air-frame carried 16 Mk82 slicks. My first attempt at this kit will end up being the NASA version, before I tackle the USAF, and up-to-date versions.
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We worked with Kinetic/Skunk Models on this kit. It turned out nice overall. Not 100% accurate as Kinetic compromised on a few areas to save on production cost. My main peeves was no Spin Chute bracketing option or molded to the upper aft fuselage. The cockpit was not a problem for me, as I have a resin F-16A cockpit to use in it since Kinetic's Seat and Cockpits are poorly done anyways.
There is suppose to be a release of this kit with resin cockpit and other correction/update parts; I heard Spring 2019.
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