Revell 04699 Lockheed F-117A NIGHTHAWK (1/48)

The plastic model kit Revell 04699 Lockheed F-117A NIGHTHAWK in 1:48 scale is an exceptional choice for enthusiasts of military modeling and modern aviation. This precisely reproduced model depicts the legendary American attack aircraft F-117A Nighthawk, one of the most recognizable "stealth" fighters in the world.

Historical Description and Usage

The Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk is a pioneering combat aircraft with reduced radar detectability, designed and manufactured in the United States by Lockheed Martin. The machine entered service with the US Air Force between 1983 and 2008, playing a key role during such conflicts as the Gulf War (1991) and Operation Allied Force in Yugoslavia (1999). The F-117A was created to penetrate heavily defended enemy areas and destroy strategic targets. Thanks to advanced stealth technology, it was nearly invisible to enemy radars, setting new standards in modern aerial warfare of the Cold War era and contemporary times.

Detailed Model Specifications

• Scale: 1:48 – allows faithful reproduction of details while maintaining accurate proportions.
• Material: high-quality plastic – ensures precision of elements and ease of processing.
• Parts count: over 120 pieces – allows realistic reproduction of the fuselage, cockpit, and landing gear.
• Exceptional details: richly equipped cockpit, detailed landing gear, option to display the model with bomb bay doors open or closed.
• Included decals: allow you to reproduce the original paint schemes of USAF units.

Product Category

This is a plastic model kit, which provides a challenge for modelers at various levels of experience.

Who Is It Recommended For?

Revell 04699 Lockheed F-117A NIGHTHAWK is an excellent choice for both intermediate and advanced modelers, military aviation enthusiasts, and collectors of models from the modern era. The model requires care and patience during assembly – I assess the difficulty level as 4/5 due to the complexity of details and the number of parts.

I especially recommend this model to those who wish to expand their collection with a legendary stealth machine, as well as to anyone interested in the history of US military aviation. The precision of craftsmanship, the ability to enrich the model with your own modifications, and the presence of authentic decals make this kit a unique product of high collectible value.