Master AM-48-179 A-4 Skyhawk – Pitot Tube on the Vertical Stabilizer 1/48

Master AM-48-179 is a professional aftermarket accessory designed for modelers building plastic scale models of the Douglas A-4 Skyhawk fighter-bomber in 1/48 scale. This product is dedicated to later variants of the aircraft, such as A-4M, OA-4M, TA-4J. These aircraft were mainly used by the United States (US Marine Corps), Israel, and several South American countries.

These versions entered service during the Cold War—from the 1970s until the early 21st century. A unique feature of these types of Skyhawks was the use of a Pitot tube relocated from the fuselage nose to the top of the vertical stabilizer. This modification was introduced to ensure a more reliable airspeed measurement in demanding operating conditions, such as carrier takeoffs and landings or flights in adverse weather.

The Master brand product is a precision-turned brass Pitot tube that excels in unrivaled workmanship and durability, far surpassing the plastic equivalents included in standard kits. Thanks to its strength, it’s an excellent alternative to the easily breakable plastic parts and guarantees a high degree of realism for the finished model. The set is fully compatible with kits from Hasegawa, Hobby Boss, and other 1/48 scale sets representing selected A-4 versions.

• Dedicated to A-4M, OA-4M, TA-4J Skyhawks
• Material: precisely turned brass
• Category: metal modeling accessory
• Replicates the real-world installation from the end of Skyhawk service life
• Very easy installation: simply replace the plastic part

The set is recommended for both advanced and intermediate modelers—it is perfect for enhancing the detail of dioramas from the final period of Skyhawk service, including USMC versions, training platforms, or Israeli machines.

Assembly difficulty level: 1/5 (easy, ideal for the beginner in metal aftermarket parts). This product is definitely worth considering for modelers who value realism, durability, and top-level detail.