F-15 Eagle

Item Number: acy12609

4.5 Stars (13 Reviews)

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F-15 Eagle

Item Number: acy12609

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Product Details

This is the F-15 Eagle Plastic Model Airplane Kit in 1/144 scale by Academy. It is a detailed replica of the iconic F-15 Eagle, a twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter aircraft designed by McDonnell Douglas.

Product Rank

#6 in 1/100-1/199 Scale
#101 in Airplanes
#1051 in Plastic Models

Includes

Plastic sprues with parts for one F-15 Eagle model.
Decal sheet for authentic markings and details.
Instruction manual with assembly diagrams.

Features

Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in light grey..
Exterior surface of plane is complete with metal seams, bolt heads and various other minute details..
Detailed exhaust cones give the craft a realistic look..
Thanks to the authentically crafted landing gear, the plane may b modeled in ground or flight condition..
Weaponry includes four missles attached to the fuselage waiting fo the chance to eliminate an enemy target..
Clear plastic canopy..
Detailed pictorial instructions guide you through assembly..

Requirements & Suggestions

Assembly
Plastic cement (TES3501) (PLS00002) (TAM87012) or glue (HLC107)
Paint (see MARKING OPTIONS)
Brushes
Sprue Cutter (XUR410A) (EXL55594)
Modeling Knife (EXL16001) (EXL16018)
File or Emery Board
Scissors (XUR9180ET) (TAM74068) (TAM74031)
Tweezers (TAM74003) (EXL30416)
Water for Decals
Glue Tips or Toothpicks
Cloth
Adult Supervision

Comments

Keep small parts and sharp edges away from children..
Care should be taken when using tools and modeling knives..
Modeling paint should only be used by an adult in a well-ventilate area..

Specifications

Scale: 1/144.
Manufacturer: Academy.
Item Number: 12609.
Material: Plastic.
Skill Level: Intermediate.

Reviews

Review Summary

The reviews highlight a mix of opinions on this 1:144 scale kit, noting its affordability and suitability for beginners, with some praising the excellent panel detail, proportions, and crisp decals, particularly for dioramas. However, there are consistent criticisms regarding the lack of cockpit detail, incomplete weapons load, and absence of wing pylons or missile pods. Overall, while it offers good value, it may not satisfy those seeking more detailed or comprehensive features.

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alright kit

By: Jimjimbo104 (1322 sycamore ln rantoul il 61866)

This kit is lacking in overall detail, it has absolutely no cockpit detail of any kind. It comes with four sparrow missiles and no wing pylons. Good for beginners, I would probably not recommend this kit.

(46)

The mighty shoguns

By: mayhewdylan (Columbus, OH)

Let me begin this review by saying this is probably the best 1:144 F-15 for the price. My father was a mechanic for the unit that had these jets., so he was a good reference for building the kit in terms of detailing. The decals for this kit are for the aircraft of Kadena AFB in Japan. Its a great kit for dioramas as it features excellent panel detail and porportions of the parts. I have only two complaints for this kit. The first being the lack of a full weapons load. Second, there's no internal cockpit detail so if you feel brave you can carve one out once the fusalge is together. I build many small kits like this one but I have to say this one is my favorite.

(42)

Academy F15 meh

By: Joseph (Oregon)

This kit had very few parts and had no pods to hold the included missiles.....that being said, I laid $4 and some change and after a paint scheme I made with tape, came out ok. This kit fits in with the rest of my little 1/144 kits I bought from hobbylinc.

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