RESKIT RSU48-0364 D-704 "Buddy" Air Refueling Store (Early) (1 pcs) (3D Printed) 1/48

The RESKIT RSU48-0364 set is an extremely precise and detailed scale model kit of the early variant D-704 "Buddy" air refueling tank. Produced in the popular 1/48 scale, it ensures excellent replication of details and compatibility with main U.S. Navy carrier aircraft models. Entirely made using high-quality resin with 3D printing technology, it guarantees the utmost precision and sharpness of details unattainable for traditional plastic models.

Historical Information & Usage

The D-704 air refueling tank, known as the "Buddy Store," was developed in the United States at the turn of the 1960s and 70s. It was widely used by the US Navy and US Marine Corps, especially during armed conflicts in the Cold War era, such as the Vietnam War. This device enabled carrier-based aircraft such as the A-4 Skyhawk, A-6 Intruder, and A-7 Corsair II to conduct in-flight refueling missions of other aircraft, greatly extending their operational range and capabilities during maritime missions and large-scale air operations.

Product Specification & Purpose

• Scale: 1/48
• User Country: United States of America (US Navy, USMC)
• Service Period: Cold War and modern era
• Material: high-grade resin, 3D-printed
• Contents: 1 piece D-704 "Buddy" tank (early version)
• For use with carrier-based aircraft models: A-4 Skyhawk, A-6 Intruder, A-7 Corsair II
• Category: resin model produced with 3D printing technology

Product Advantages

RESKIT RSU48-0364 is an ideal choice for demanding modelers seeking the utmost realism. The exceptional level of detail, representation of technical bays and pipe sections, and dimensional accuracy make this model a great addition to 1/48 scale dioramas and aircraft model collections. Thanks to the use of resin and 3D printing technology, surfaces are free from simplifications and mold shifts typical of injection kits. The build does not require advanced modeling skills, though basic knowledge of working with resin is recommended.

Recommendation

We recommend this set to both intermediate and advanced modelers seeking realistic details and enhanced authenticity for their 1/48 scale aircraft. Assembly difficulty rating: 2/5. An excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts of US naval aviation.