Eduard FE1037 F-104G early 1/48 KINETIC MODEL – Photo-etched Parts for Kinetic Model

Eduard FE1037 F-104G early 1/48 KINETIC MODEL is a professional set of photo-etched metal parts dedicated to the F-104G Starfighter fighter model in 1/48 scale, released by Kinetic. This set is designed to replicate the early versions of the legendary F-104G aircraft, which served in air forces of countries such as Germany, Italy, Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Greece.

F-104G Aircraft Model and Its Use

The F-104 Starfighter is a supersonic jet fighter developed in the 1950s at the request of the USA and later widely exported to NATO member countries. The F-104G variant was specially developed for Western Europe, with numerous modifications adapting it for multi-role assignments (fighter-bomber and reconnaissance). F-104G aircraft served, among others, during the Cold War from the 1960s to the early 1980s.

Features of the Eduard FE1037 Set

• Scale: 1/48 – perfectly matched to the Kinetic model
• Material: precisely cut photo-etched metal parts
• Components: detailed cockpit equipment parts (seatbelts, instrument panels, ejection seat details, buttons, levers, throttles, etc.)
• Intended use: dedicated to the Kinetic F-104G Starfighter (early version) model
• Realistic reproduction of even the finest details
• Parts feature colored printing – no additional painting required

Product Category and Recommendation

The set is classified as photo-etched parts – scale modeling accessories, designed for intermediate and advanced plastic modelers working in 1/48 scale. It significantly enhances the level of detail and realism of the model, especially in the cockpit interior. The use of modern production techniques ensures excellent fit and ease of assembly, but due to the thin, delicate elements, the difficulty level is rated 3 on a scale of 1-5.

We recommend the Eduard FE1037 F-104G early 1/48 KINETIC MODEL set to all modelers who wish to achieve maximum realism for their F-104G Starfighter and make their replica stand out with highly detailed cockpit craftsmanship.