Building a Malaysian Skyhawk

[david sMiGielski]

What would one need to build a late-model Malaysian A-4PTM in 1/48? Would a Hasegawa C-model be a place to start or would I need an E kit?

Thanks.

[JackMan]

I asked a similar question with regards to a Fujimi 1/72 Skyhawk:

http://z12.invisionfree.com/ScaleModelsMal...?showtopic=2563

Take the time to register at their forum. They're a great bunch of guys :D

Here's another good article:

http://www.malaysiascalemodelling.com/inde...4&Itemid=21

There are some build reports here on ARC gallery too.

[Jennings]

The PTMs started life as C's.

J

[j-basset]

Generally most of what you need are all already present in the Hase A-4C (or A-4L) kit. Some small antennas would need to be scratch-built though.

I think ARC member aidy abdullah of VFA Decals has more to say on the subject.

There is information relating to the A-4PtM having a different canopy with bulged/blown sides for better visibility.

It's not difficult to see 'live' A-4PTM's as there are a few across the country as museum pieces or gate guards, but not having seen the original A-4C canopy, it's hard to comment.

[Jennings]

The original issue of the HC A-4C kit had Malaysian decals IIRC.

J