Tamiya 1:72 Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor

The kit proposed by Tamiya company includes a plastic model kit of American fifth generation turbo-jet fighter in 1:72 scale.

The F-22 Raptor fighter was the first five generation fighter in the world. It was created as a response to the Soviet Mig-29 and Su-27 aircrafts. The design was done by the Lockheed Martin and Boeing companies lasted almost a decade, and before the plane was put into service 13 years had passed. The F-22 is a multi-purpose air superiority fighter capable of fighting ground targets, also used for electronic warfare and listening. It is built of stealth and composite materials and is equipped with the latest flight control and weapon systems. The fighter is designed exclusively for American air forces, without the possibility of export. By the end of production in 2011, only 195 aircraft of this type were built, according to estimates, each of which cost an incredible amount of $ 361 million.

The Tamiya kit allows building the F-22 Raptor model. In the box are 2 frames with elements of the aircraft, transparent cockpit of the pilot cockpit and decals.

Plastic parts should be cut out of frames, fit together and glued according to the assembly instruction. You should paint the whole model using modeling paints according to the proposed paint scheme in the instruction. It is important to remember that some plastic parts require painting before gluing. In the end, it is needed to apply decals according to markings or graphics in instruction.

Paints suggested by the manufacturer for the best effect:

• Tamiya XF-53 + XF-2 (hull, 2:1 proportions)
• Tamiya XF-54 + XF-52 (dark camouflage, 20:1 proportions)
• Tamiya X-31 + XF-56 (light camouflage, 3:1 proportions)
• Tamiya XF-19 (cockpit)
• Tamiya XF-1 (cockpit elements, tires)
• Tamiya XF-56 (engine nozzles, armament parts)
• Tamiya X-2 (chassis components, hydraulic arm suspension, rockets)

Set contains:

• The assembly instruction.
• Frames with plastic parts.
• Decals.
• Transparent plastic elements.

Kit does NOT contain paints and glue.

Here are the basic tools and materials you need:

• Pilers for cutting plastic parts.
• Modeling penknife.
• File or sandpaper.
• Cement for plastic models.
• Brush or airbrush.
• Modeling paints.

If you are not sure of any accessories or colors of paints you need for your model kit, please ask us, we will be glad to help you.