Eduard 48685 F-100F Undercarriage 1/48 Trumpeter – undercarriage detail set for the F-100F Super Sabre fighter jet

Eduard 48685 F-100F Undercarriage in 1/48 scale is a high-quality photo-etched detail set designed for F-100F models produced by Trumpeter. This set was created for modelers who wish to faithfully replicate the undercarriage details of the F-100F Super Sabre, one of the most famous American jet fighters of the Cold War era.

• Scale: 1/48
• Dedicated to model: Trumpeter F-100F Super Sabre
• Original user countries: United States of America (USAF), incl. France, Turkey, Taiwan, Greece
• Service period: Cold War (1950s–1980s)
• Category: Photo-etched detail set for plastic model
• Material: Photo-etched brass sheet
• Purpose: Detailing the undercarriage, including struts, covers, hydraulic lines, clamps, mounting elements, and other details that significantly increase the realism of the model

The F-100F Super Sabre is a two-seat version of the North American F-100 fighter aircraft, used mainly for training and reconnaissance missions. One of the most important chapters in the F-100F's history was the Vietnam War, where it also served as the "Misty FAC" (Forward Air Controller), directing fighter jets to enemy targets. The F-100F was in service from the mid-1950s until the early 1980s.

The Eduard 48685 set is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers, allowing for an exceptional level of detail in key areas of the model. Thanks to precisely manufactured photo-etched parts, it is possible to realistically reconstruct small details that are unavailable in standard plastic kits.

• Set advantages:
  • Richly detailed parts – allowing accurate depiction of even the smallest undercarriage components.
  • Parts designed for precise assembly – laser-cut, easy to separate.
  • Perfect compatibility with the Trumpeter F-100F model.
• Recommended for: Intermediate and advanced modelers seeking exceptional realism and wanting to develop their skills in working with photo-etched details.
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5

Eduard 48685 F-100F Undercarriage 1/48 Trumpeter is an accessory that will certainly appeal to aviation enthusiasts and historical scale modelers. It allows you to build a highly realistic model, emphasizing attention to detail and increasing satisfaction with the final result.