F-16D Fighting Falcon, 1/72 - Hobby Boss 80275

The F-16D Fighting Falcon Hobby Boss 80275 is a military aircraft model kit to be assembled at 1/72. Made of plastic, it reproduces the two-seat version of the famous American multirole fighter F-16. Once built, the model measures 204 mm long with a 134 mm wingspan.

The F-16D Fighting Falcon

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is an American fighter jet originally designed as a lightweight fighter. Its evolution into a multirole aircraft has enabled it to carry out different missions, including air defense and ground attack. The designation F-16D refers to a two-seat version, recognizable by its tandem cockpit.

Compact and highly recognizable thanks to its ventral air intake and swept wings, the F-16 is a major subject in modern aircraft model making. Its 1/72 format allows for a detailed representation without requiring a large display space.

The Hobby Boss 80275 model kit

This Hobby Boss reference includes 51 parts to build an F-16D Fighting Falcon. The provided decals are dedicated to the US Air Force, to finish the aircraft with an American military scheme.

Building a 1/72 aircraft requires careful preparation of the parts before gluing, especially on fine elements such as the landing gear, tailplanes, and external ordnance. Light flash removal, dry-fitting adjustments, and using glue suitable for plastic model kits all help achieve a clean assembly.

Painting and finishing

Painting can be preceded by a fine primer to even out the surfaces and make joint inspection easier. On a modern fighter aircraft, consistent application of the paint colors, followed by an appropriate clear coat before applying decals, helps preserve the sharpness of the markings.

The panel lines can then be enhanced with a light, controlled weathering. Aging should be adapted to the chosen decoration: a restrained look helps maintain the operational appearance typical of a modern fighter at 1/72 scale.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 80275
• Type : military aircraft model kit to be assembled
• Subject : F-16D Fighting Falcon
• Scale : 1/72
• Material : plastic
• Number of parts : 51
• Length (built) : 204 mm
• Wingspan : 134 mm
• Markings : US Air Force

Complementary products

For assembly and finishing, it is helpful to have plastic model glue, a precision cutter, fine abrasive paper, primer, suitable paints, and decal setting products.