Caracal Models 1/48 MQ-9 Return of the Reaper Decal First Look
By Michael Benolkin
| Date of Review | March 2015 | Manufacturer | Caracal Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | MQ-9 Return of the Reaper | Scale | 1/48 |
| Set Number | 48077 | Pros | Eight distinctive subjects |
| Cons | Nothing noted | Skill Level | Basic |
| MSRP (USD) | $10.99 |
First Look
Here is the latest release from Caracal Models for the Skunkmodel Works 1/48 MQ-9 Reaper kit. This set provides a nice selection of users for the aircraft.
The subjects covered in this set include:
- MQ-9, __-0131, 709/EG, 1/33 Escadron de Drones, French Air Force, Niger, 2014
- MQ-9, 09-0140, 28 Gruppo, Amendola AB, Italian Air Force, 2013
- MQ-9, 10-1062/ZZ205, 39 Sqn, RAF, 2014
- MQ-9, 11-0166, 153 RW/CA ANG, 2014
- MQ-9, 07-0032, 432 W, Creech AFB, 2013
- MQ-9, 07-0027, 29 AS, Holloman AFB, 2013
- MQ-9, 09-0072, 174 AW/NY ANG, 2013
- MQ-9, 870, NASA/Dryden, 2008, 'Ikhana'
The markings are nicely printed (by Cartograf) and provide all of the distinctive markings. This is a nice set of alternatives to the kit decals and will make your Skunkmodels or Revell AG kit look great!
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!