discussion F-104S “Veltro 1”

[chameleon 2009]

246 Italian versions were produced by FIAT (one aircraft crashed prior to delivery and is often not included in the total number built). Forty aircraft were delivered to the Turkish Air Force and the rest to the Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare Italiana).[74] The F-104S was upgraded for the interception role having NASARR R-21G/H radar with moving-target indicator and continuous-wave illuminator for SARH missiles (initially AIM-7 Sparrow), two additional wing and two underbelly hard points (increasing the total to nine), more powerful J79-GE-19 engine with 11,870 lbf (53 kN) and 17,900 lbf (80 kN) thrust, and two additional ventral fins to increase stability. The M61 cannon was sacrificed to make room for the missile avionics in the interceptor version but retained for the fighter-bomber variants. Up to two Sparrow; and two, theoretically four or six Sidewinder missiles were carried on all the hard points except the central (underbelly), or seven 750 lb (340 kg) bombs (normally two–four 500–750 lb/227–340 kg). The F-104S was cleared for a higher maximum takeoff weight, allowing it to carry up to 7,500 lb (3,400 kg) of stores; other Starfighters had a maximum external load of 4,000 lb (1,814 kg). Range was up to 780 mi (1,250 km) with four tanks.

 

[Alan 45]

Nicely done mike all to often we see jets looking brand new with minimal weathering so it's a refreshing change to see a nicely weathered jet and that looks very authentic

 

[Guest]

Wow Mike, that is a truly amazing build. I like your base as well, did you make it yourself? 5* all the way

 

[Guest]

Great looking Starfighter Mike what kit is that? Love how you've weathered it ,and the panel lines and fine detail really stand out. Very nicely done Sir!!!

 

[eddiesolo]

A great model Mike lovely detailed and weathered. Top work.

Si

 

[chameleon 2009]

Great looking Starfighter Mike what kit is that? Love how you've weathered it ,and the panel lines and fine detail really stand out. Very nicely done Sir!!!

Hi Trey its the Hasegawa kit limited edition, thanks for your comments

Mike

 

[ojays]

What a great build of this iconic bird, the weathering is second to none. Fantastic.

Gregg

 

[papa 695]

Another great build Mike

 

[flyjoe180]

Fabulous work Mike, nicely weathered and finished. Great build.

 

[yak face]

Great build Mike , the weathering is superb, realistically faded without being too dirty - top work. cheers tony

 

[Guest]

Yep! Nicely done