Vagabond Decals 1/48 Tomcat Data Sheet Decal First Look
By Michael Benolkin
| Date of Review | May 2015 | Manufacturer | Vagabond Decals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Tomcat Data Sheet | Scale | 1/48 |
| Set Number | 48TD1 | Pros | Low viz airframe stencils for the F-14A/B/D |
| Cons | Nothing noted | Skill Level | Basic |
| MSRP (USD) | $13.00 |
First Look
Vagabond Decals has released a nice airframe stencil/marking set for your favorite 1/48 F-14A, F-14B, and/or F-14D Tomcat kit. This set provides the essential markings for the Tomcat later in its service life wearing the low-visibility camouflage colors.
This set includes markings for the following Tomcat markings:
- GE nozzle details for the F-14B/D
- Panel hinge markings
- LANTIRN pod stencils
- Landing gear placards
- Fuel cell covers
- Slime lights for the fuselage, wings and tail
- GRU-7 ejection seat placards (F-14A/B)
- SUU-17 ejection seat placards (F-14D)
- LAU-7 missile rail stencils
- LAU-138 missile rail stencils
- Six styles of numbers for LANTIRN pods
- F-14A air vents
If you're looking for those essential eye-catching details that are overlooked on low-visibility models, this set will provide sufficient markings for at least two models.
For more information about this set and the other releases from Vagabond Decals, visit their website at store.vagabonddecals.com.
My sincere thanks to Vagabond Decals for this review sample!