Here are some
pictures of my 1/48 Italeri JAS-39 Gripen single Seater. I built
this OOB except for the weapons loadout, I wanted something different and I
found a picture in the Web that seems to be GBU-10 x 2, GBU-16 x
2 and AAQ-14 laser guided pod. I am not sure whether the Gripen
being a light fighter can carry such weapons, but I think it looks good on
the aircraft. I used Hasegawa Weapon Set D for the LGBs
and Weapon Set C for the two sidewinders.
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For the
cockpit, I have it closed and I borro wed some parts
from other kits to make 3
LCDS though it's not an accurate representation.
Onto the kit,
there is lot of sanding for the bottom fuselage, where the wings meet with
the rear and front sections. I used Mr. Color Lacquer paints, and
Tamiya enamel oil washes for the panel effect. Note the recess panel
lines on the Italeri kit are
somewhat simplistic. The kit decals are
also very difficult to apply.
I took me 2 1/2
months to finish this kit, working on and off. I hope you like it!
Jeffrey
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