Curt B Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 All, I've searched for the answer to my title question, but I haven't found a discussion that is more recent than, say, 5+ years ago. With those reviews, it seems as though the favorite is the Tamiya F-16C as the kit of choice. As of today, in 2018. does anyone have an opinion about whether Tamiya is still on top in 1/48 scale? If so, and I'm seeing that this was a 2008 vintage, does the Tamiya F-16 have any issues with flash (etc.) given that the models have to be pretty old. Any fit issues as a result? Or, as of today, is there a better kit in 1/48? I'd be willing to do almost any version, as long as the kit is super good, fit-wise, though from my albeit limited research, I think I'd lean toward the F-16C. Sorry if this is tired old subject, but my desire is to have 1/48 scale models of the F-14. F-15 and F-16, plus the F-4C, and I think I've got a number of the Soviet 1/48 Cold War planes. So, any thoughts about the best 1/48 F-16? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ORANGF15Guy Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 37 minutes ago, Curt B said: All, I've searched for the answer to my title question, but I haven't found a discussion that is more recent than, say, 5+ years ago. With those reviews, it seems as though the favorite is the Tamiya F-16C as the kit of choice. As of today, in 2018. does anyone have an opinion about whether Tamiya is still on top in 1/48 scale? If so, and I'm seeing that this was a 2008 vintage, does the Tamiya F-16 have any issues with flash (etc.) given that the models have to be pretty old. Any fit issues as a result? Or, as of today, is there a better kit in 1/48? I'd be willing to do almost any version, as long as the kit is super good, fit-wise, though from my albeit limited research, I think I'd lean toward the F-16C. Sorry if this is tired old subject, but my desire is to have 1/48 scale models of the F-14. F-15 and F-16, plus the F-4C, and I think I've got a number of the Soviet 1/48 Cold War planes. So, any thoughts about the best 1/48 F-16? In my humble opinion......it's still the Tamiya F-16. I prefer the F-16 Aggressors boxing because of its flexibility! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 (edited) For any USAF F-16C the Tamiya kit is the way to go. Some export versions have options not available in the Tamiya kit e.g. conformal fuel tanks, extended parabrake housing etc. For those you can kitbash with parts from various Kinetic or Hasegawa kits. still waiting for Tamiya to do a 2-seater...... . Edited August 29, 2018 by habu2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skyhawk174 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 28 minutes ago, habu2 said: still waiting for Tamiya to do a 2-seater...... That's funny. I think I will be 6 feet under when they do it. Imagine even Hasegawa and Kinetic released 2 seaters and the best F-16 is languishing in single seater land. I still live in hope. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markiii Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 Hands down, Tamiya. Unless you want a "B or D". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
airmechaja Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 I don't understand why Tamiya hasn't done a two seater? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 7 hours ago, markiii said: Hands down, Tamiya. Unless you want a "B or D". or an "A".... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skyhawk174 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 6 hours ago, habu2 said: or an "A".... Good point habu2. I forgot about that. I think it is only the Hasegawa kit where you can do an F-16A. Oh wait what about the very old ESCI kit or the original Tamiya? I would like an A as I could use up some of my many decal sheets that I have in my stash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
habu2 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 1 minute ago, skyhawk174 said: I think it is only the Hasegawa kit where you can do an F-16A. Oh wait what about the very old ESCI kit or the original Tamiya? err, umm, no. The ESCI, Monogram and Tamiya (and Hobbycraft) kits were all a mix of YF prototype and FSD production “A”s. If you can live with raised panel lines the old Revell kit builds into a decent A. They can be found for very little $$ as well. The Academy kit is kind of a mix between Hasegawa and Revell IMO. Better than the Italeri kits as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
airmechaja Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 I can't understand why no one has mentioned Kinetic F-16 kits? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jester292 Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 (edited) Hasegawa kits are still nice; and can be found in a plethora of versions and blocks. For the C, Tamiya is king. Block 40/42, however, seems to be the most elusive. It all seems as easy as building a 50/52 until you realize you need the WAR HUD, the bigger wheels and gear doors, and other details. I’m not even sure a true CG could be built from any boxing of Hasegawa. Edited August 31, 2018 by jester292 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mstor Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 On 8/29/2018 at 3:16 PM, airmechaja said: I can't understand why no one has mentioned Kinetic F-16 kits? Forgive my ignorance, but is there something wrong with the Kinetic F-16s? I only have one, the F-16i. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Manuel J. Armas S. Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 2 hours ago, Mstor said: Forgive my ignorance, but is there something wrong with the Kinetic F-16s? I only have one, the F-16i. Great kit, good option, but is really hard to build... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
airmechaja Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 Ordnance is good with Kinetic also but nose is a bit strange looking. Tamiya and Hasegawa are much easier builds. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jester292 Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 Are there CG parts/options in any 1:48 kits by Hasegawa or Tamiya? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
camus27 Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 The Tamiya Aggressor kit has the block 40/42 parts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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