MMP Books 78395 Yellow Series: Lockheed F-104 Starfighter EN is a unique publication dedicated to all aviation and historical modeling enthusiasts, especially those interested in Cold War aircraft designs. This richly illustrated technical monograph, written in English, focuses on the legendary supersonic fighter Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, one of the icons of the so-called Century Series. This edition includes as many as 172 fully color pages, featuring both archival black and white photographs and modern, high-quality photos of museum exhibits.

• The book discusses all versions of the F-104 – from prototypes to the final export and license-built variants, widely used by air forces of over 12 countries.
• The study provides reliable technical data, drawings, and structural details taken directly from original service manuals, making it an excellent source of information for modelers and aviation history enthusiasts.
• Forty striking color camouflage and marking profiles, as well as numerous walk-around photographs, thoroughly present the paint schemes used by various air forces – including the USA, Germany, Italy, Canada, Japan, and Turkey.

The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter was in use from 1958 until 2004, covering the most intense period of the Cold War in its service history. It was renowned for its incredible speed and characteristic slender fuselage. The aircraft participated in many key military events and became a symbol of NATO strength.

The publication is issued in hardcover and belongs to the categories: modeling literature, specialized aviation publication. The A4 format and very high-quality paper guarantee comfortable reading and ideal color reproduction.

We recommend this book to both advanced aircraft modelers and fans of military technology history. It serves as an indispensable source of inspiration when building F-104 scale models in classic scales such as 1/72, 1/48, or 1/32. Level of publication usability: 1/5 – accessible to everyone, from beginners to experts in the field.