1/48 Hasegawa F/A-18F Super Hornet

by Peter Wilkinson

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My first attempt at a Hasegawa Hornet after coming back to modelling from a 15 ish year break. The kit is pretty easy to build, just a few issues with the intricacy of the nose and intakes to overcome. Patience and lots of dry fitting are advised though and these leave just a little bit of sanding to do at the end.

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The model was completed using the Aires cockpit and a combination of Afterburner, CAMpro and kit decals. Paint was done using Humbrol enamels and Xtracrylix varnish, followed by Promodellers wash and another cost of varnish.

This was the first time that I had ever attempted to build a kit to this level and am very pleased with the outcome.

Hope you enjoy.  

Peter Wilkinson

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Photos and text © by Peter Wilkinson