Precisely crafted metal Pitot tube from Master, designed for F-104 Starfighter aircraft models in 1/144 scale. This product serves as an enhancement or a direct replacement for standard kit parts, offering a significantly higher level of detail and authenticity.
Master 1/144 Pitot Tube for F-104 Starfighter – Precision Metal Detail
The Pitot tube is a crucial aerodynamic component of an aircraft, responsible for measuring dynamic pressure, which allows for the determination of flight speed. In modeling, due to its small size and delicate construction, this is often a part that requires extra refinement. This Master Pitot tube has been designed to enhance the realism of F-104 Starfighter models, ensuring an authentic representation of this precise component.
Key Product Features
Scale: Designed for aircraft models in 1/144 scale.
Material: Crafted from precisely turned metal (most likely brass or aluminum), guaranteeing sharp details, durability, and damage resistance, surpassing standard plastic components.
Replication Accuracy: An accurate replication of the Pitot tube's shape and proportions used on F-104 Starfighter aircraft, consistent with original technical documentation.
Enhanced Realism: Significantly elevates the authenticity and detail level of your finished model, making it stand out from standard builds.
Application and Compatibility
This Master metal Pitot tube is designed for all F-104 Starfighter aircraft models in 1/144 scale, regardless of the kit manufacturer. It serves as a direct replacement or upgrade for plastic kit parts. It is an ideal choice for modelers aiming for maximum realism and precision in their projects. Precision assembly is required; for a durable bond with plastic or resin parts, the use of cyanoacrylate adhesives (CA glues) is recommended.
Recommended Paint Colors
Pitot tubes on actual F-104 Starfighter aircraft were often left in their natural polished metal color or painted in colors such as black, dark gray, or special anti-icing shades. Before painting, it is recommended to verify the specific F-104 variant and the period your model is intended to represent to select the appropriate color. Typical colors for this component include metallic shades of aluminum/steel or matte black/dark gray.
