AIM-7M Sparrow III missiles (4 pcs ) (F-4, F-5, F-15, F-16, F-14, F/A-18) (3D Printed), 1/32 - ResKit Models RS32-0459

The ResKit Models RS32-0459 set offers four 3D-printed air-to-air AIM-7M « Sparrow III » missiles, intended for detailing military aircraft model kits at a scale of 1/32. This accessory makes it possible to depict an air-to-air weapons configuration for a fighter aircraft equipped to use Sparrow missiles.

The AIM-7 Sparrow is a family of semi-active radar-guided air-to-air missiles, widely associated with American fighter aircraft from the second half of the 20th century. The AIM-7M version is a variant of this family. The set is suitable for 1/32 projects depicting, in particular, the F-4, F-5, F-15, F-16, F-14 and F/A-18.

Made using 3D printing, these missiles are a detailing solution for replacing or supplementing the weapons provided in a plastic kit. Preparation involves carefully removing the 3D-print supports before gluing. Delicate work with a fine sprue cutter, a new blade, or a small suitable saw helps preserve the fine details. Separation areas can then be refined with a fine abrasive if needed.

Painting is done after preparing the parts and gluing them onto the pylons or launchers compatible with the model being built. A suitable primer helps ensure a uniform finish and allows you to check the surface before applying the colors. Decals and markings should be chosen to match the aircraft, time period, and configuration being represented.

This 1/32 weapons set is suitable for a project of the F-14 Tomcat, F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F/A-18 Hornet, F-4 Phantom II, or any other aircraft compatible with the AIM-7M Sparrow III.

Technical features

• Brand : ResKit Models
• Reference : RS32-0459
• Type : aircraft model weapons accessory
• Subject : AIM-7M « Sparrow III » missiles
• Scale : 1/32
• Process : 3D printing
• Quantity : 4 missiles
• Indicated applications : F-4, F-5, F-15, F-16, F-14 and F/A-18

Glue, paint, fine cutting tools, and suitable abrasives should be planned for preparing and finishing this static display modeling accessory.