Rafale M Marine Nationale 1:48 Academy 12368

Plastic model airplane to assemble: Rafale M Marine Nationale 1:48 Academy 12368

The plastic model to assemble Rafale M Marine Nationale in 1:48 scale from the renowned company Academy is an excellent proposition for aviation and modeling enthusiasts. This set, marked with the number 12368, depicts the single-seat carrier-based fighter Rafale M, which is part of the French Navy Aeronavale. This model is a static assembly kit, which means that once assembled, it is not intended for flying, but serves as an excellent replica of the actual aircraft.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Type: Static model to assemble
• Manufacturer: Academy
• Catalog number: 12368

Recommended paints for painting the model:

• V FLAT BLACK (Humbrol 33, GSI Creos H12, Vallejo 950)
• DARK GULL GRAY FS36231 (Humbrol 140, GSI Creos H317, Vallejo 991)
• SILVER (Humbrol 11, GSI Creos H8, Vallejo 997)
• INSIGNIA WHITE FS 17875 (Humbrol 22, GSI Creos H316, Vallejo 842)
• STEEL (Humbrol 53, GSI Creos H18, Vallejo 863)
• CLEAR GREEN (GSI Creos H94, Vallejo 936)
• CLEAR RED (GSI Creos H90, Vallejo 934)
• CLEAR BLUE (GSI Creos H93, Vallejo 938)
• MEDIUM GRAY FS 36270 (Humbrol 126, GSI Creos H306, Vallejo 870)
• GUNSHIP GRAY FS 36118 (Humbrol 125, GSI Creos H305, Vallejo 867)
• OLIVE DRAB FS 34087 (Humbrol 155, GSI Creos H52, Vallejo 887)

About the Dassault Rafale M aircraft: The Dassault Rafale is a twin-engine, multi-role fighter with delta wings, produced by the French company Dassault Aviation. The Rafale M, being the carrier version, is adapted for operation from aircraft carriers and features a reinforced structure and landing gear, allowing for takeoffs and landings on ship decks. This aircraft is equipped with advanced electronic systems, such as the THALES RBE2 radar and the Thales SPECTRA survivability system, making it one of the most modern fighters in the world.

The Rafale M entered service in 2002 and replaced older models such as the Chance Vought F-8 Crusader and the Dassault Super Etendard. It is used by the French Navy and exported to other countries such as Egypt, India, and Greece. This aircraft has participated in many combat operations, including the bombings in Libya in 2011 and missions in Mali in 2013.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. Assembly requires separately sold modeling tools (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.