The first resin conversion set from the fine folks who have brought you quality decals for many years is for the new F-16I 'Sufa', that entered service with the Israeli Air Force in early 2004. This aircraft has all the bells and whistles, including the over-fuselage conformal fuel tanks and a number of other additions to the airframe. It definitely isn't the same F-16B/D that was originally brought into service with the USAF!

This IsraCast conversion set includes everything you need to make a super accurate representation of this new aircraft, save the decals, which can come from other sources, including IsraDecals. You get a completely new upper nose, full intake, tail-hook area, fin tip, conformal tanks, upper spine, gear doors and wheels, wing missile rails, and a number of other small bits and pieces. All are superbly cast without a hint of air bubbles or other defects one can find in resin.

The instructions are outstanding, showing various aspects of the real aircraft and then having the replacement bits labeled so that you can see exactly where they fit and how they will look once the model is done. Frankly, this is the best way to do these sets and I'm surprised that no one else has picked up on this. The set is designed for the Hasegawa 1/48 F-16B or F-16D. Either will work just fine. This is truly an outstanding conversion set. I can highly recommend it.

Now you are probably wondering where to get this set. You can get this direct from the manufacturer if unavailable in your area. They have completely revamped their website and now offer the ability to order direct.

March 2005

Review sample courtesy of IsraCast

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