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Italeri 1/72 kit: Lockheed X-35 JSF prototype
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The mock-up of the X-35 was photographed at the Paris Air Show in July 2001. The pictures show the general outline of the JSF version of Lockheed.
The model was given the final paint coats for which I airbrushed typical F-16 colors.
The model received its grey coats.
I used Humbrol 34 for the lower areas and Humbrol, HB156 or about FS36173
for the upper area.
the model still without marking decals.
Markings and Decals
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Unfortunately the kit's decals can
not be used. Almost all markings for the first X-35A are missing. So, I
had to do a lot of hand painting, especially the tailstripes are difficult
to make. The X-35 lettering came from the spare decal box.
please note extended u.c. legs as the weight is not on the oleo's and the dropped flaps...
..the model...
...obviously made for standing "on the ground",
but nevertheless a nice comparison
The corrections made on the initial Italeri JSF model seem to have worked...
In November 2001, the DoD selected the Lockheed-Martin design as the JSF winner for Full Scale Development and System demonstration.
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Created July 10, 2001