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1/144 Royal New Zealand Air Force Attack Aircraft A-4K Skyhawk Kiwi Roundel (set of 2)
Description
This is an injection-plastic jet aircraft model kit.
The A-4 Skyhawk, which built an era as a carrier-capable attack aircraft of the U.S. Navy, appeared in the 1950s in pursuit of light weight and compactness. Its nimble flight performance and high attack power were noted by many countries other than the U.S. Navy; it has been used as the main aircraft by the Royal New Zealand Air Force from the 1970s to the 2000s. From the original ground and anti-ship attacks to air defense missions equipped with air-to-air missiles, this versatile aircraft continued to play an active role in defending the skies of New Zealand for many years.
This kit includes plastic parts by Platz to build two of this aircraft, with precisely molded details such as delicate panel lines. Decals by Cartograf for three Royal New Zealand Air Force versions are included. Order yours today!
- [Size]: Approximately 8.5cm long when completed
- [Includes]: Decals by Cartograf for 3 versions
Details
Assembly Guide
Skill Level 3:
Basic Skills Required
Kits rated as skill level 3 are traditional model kits that require all basic modeling skills to complete. This includes cutting parts from runners and trimming or sanding them prior to use, assembling them with cement, and the use of paint to complete them.
To properly complete a level 3 kit, you should have at least a basic set of modeling supplies, including plastic nippers, a hobby knife, files and/or sandpaper, plastic cement, instant (cyanoacrylate) cement (for resin, soft-vinyl or metal parts), painting supplies including brushes, paint, thinner and masking tape, tweezers and possibly decal softener for applying decals to difficult areas.
Kits in this class are not suitable for small children unless there is complete parental supervision. Adults who have never before completed a plastic model kit may want to read one of the many excellent modeling guides available at most hobby shops before trying to build one of these kits.
Skill level 3 kits include a very large portion of our catalog. Most traditional plastic model kits fall into this category.
Cement Required
This item requries the use of cement (glue) to complete. For injection-plastic kits, use the weld-type clear cement specifically designed for use on styrene plastic. For some smaller parts, you may wish to use instant type (cyanoacrylate) glue. For resin, white metal, soft vinyl and photo-etched materials, the use of instant type cement is strongly recommended.
A SAFETY NOTE ABOUT INSTANT CEMENT
Parents and all modelers should note that instant cement (cyanoacrylate) bonds skin instantly. While this in itself is not harmful, forcibly attempting to pull the skin apart can tear the skin and cause injury. If you or your child happens to inadvertenly glue themselves with instant cement, don't pull, but use remover for instant cement, or nail polish remover to dissolve the bond instead.
Painting Required
This model kit or accessory must be painted in order to achieve a realistic appearance.
While there are slight differences depending on the country you live in, there are generally three types of paint available for modeling: Acrylic, Enamel and Lacquer. Their characteristics are described below.