Caracal Models 1/48 OV-10A Bronco Decal First Look
By Michael Benolkin
| Date of Review | January 2015 | Manufacturer | Caracal Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | OV-10A Bronco | Scale | 1/48 |
| Set Number | 48068 | Pros | Eleven distinctive options |
| Cons | Nothing noted | Skill Level | Basic |
| MSRP (USD) | $14.99 |
First Look
Here is the latest release from Caracal Models covering the OV-10A Bronco in 1/48 scale. This set features ten multi-service and one international examples providing a nice selection of camouflage color options.
The subjects in this set include:
- OV-10A, 67-14658, 19 TASS, USAF, Quan Loi, RVN, 1970
- OV-10A, 67-14649, 22 TASS, USAF, Wheeler AFB, HI, 1985
- OV-10A, 68-3792, 19 TASS, USAF, Osan AB, South Korea, 1986
- OV-10A, 67-14698, 20 TASS, USAF, Shaw AFB, SC, 1992
- OV-10A, 155405, VMO-6, USMC, Da Nang AB, RVN, 1969
- OV-10A, 155427, VMO-6, USMC, MCAS Futenma, Japan, 1970
- OV-10A, 155444, VMO-1, USMC, MCAS New River, NC, 1974
- OV-10A, 155425, VMO-2, USMC, MCAS Camp Pendleton, CA, 1980
- OV-10A, 155499, NATC, USN, NAS Patuxent River, MD, 1974
- OV-10A, 155471, VAL-4, USN, Binh Tuy AB, RVN, 1970
- OV-10A, 66-13558/0068, Venezuelan AF
The markings are nicely printed (by Cartograf) and provide all of the distinctive markings for at least two examples. For more information about this set and the other releases from Caracal Models, visit their website at http://caracalmodels.com.
My sincere thanks to Caracal Models for this review sample!