Eduard EX1097 - 1:48 F-35C TFace masks

Eduard EX1097 mask set – canopy painting masks for the F-35C Lightning II model (Tamiya) in 1:48 scale

Eduard EX1097 is a set of self-adhesive 1:48 masks for painting the canopy framing and other glazing, and the wheel hubs, tailored to the F-35C Lightning II model from Tamiya. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp edges without hand masking with tape. The base kit is not included. The TFace version includes masks for both the exterior and interior of the glazing.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks made of yellow Kabuki masking paper in the TFace version – separate masks for the exterior and interior of the glazing, plus wheel hub masks
• Mask placement instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue number: EX1097
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: F-35C Lightning II from Tamiya
• Accessory type: canopy painting masks (TFace version)
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking paper, machine-cut

Self-adhesive painting masks – crisp canopy frame edges

Eduard masks are self-adhesive stencils die-cut from low-tack yellow Kabuki masking paper suited to delicate model surfaces. They cover the clear areas of the glazing and leave only the canopy framing exposed, so that after airbrushing you get sharp, even frame edges – hard to achieve when masking by hand with tape.

The recommended method is to apply the masks to clean, degreased glazing, press the edges down firmly and then airbrush the paint. Once the paint has dried, the masks are removed. The masks are intended for single use and should not be left on the model for a long time.

About the aircraft – Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II (B and C):

The F-35 Lightning II is an American single-engine, single-seat fifth-generation multirole combat aircraft with reduced detectability. It was designed with internal weapons bays, extensive avionics and networked situational-awareness systems. It was created in three variants differing in basing method: the conventional A, the short take-off and vertical landing B version and the carrier-based C with enlarged wings.

The F-35B version, intended for the Marine Corps and amphibious carriers, is fitted with a lift fan and a swivelling nozzle enabling vertical landing. The F-35C version, adapted to conventional carriers, has a larger wing area and strengthened landing gear for catapult launches. The aircraft serves with the United States and numerous allies.

Original specifications (Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II (B and C)):

• Length: 15.7 m
• Wingspan: 10.7 m (C version: 13.1 m)
• Height: 4.6 m
• Empty weight: approx. 14,700 kg (B) / 15,700 kg (C)
• Take-off weight: approx. 27,200 kg (B) / 31,800 kg (C)
• Crew: 1
• Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney F135 turbofan, approx. 190 kN (with afterburner)
• Max speed: approx. 1930 km/h
• Ceiling: approx. 15,000 m
• Range: approx. 1670 km (B) / 2200 km (C)
• Armament: air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles in internal bays; production from 2006

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of scale model kits and modelling accessories, established in 1989 and based in Obrnice. The company is widely recognised among aircraft modellers for its own 1:48 and 1:72 kits and for an extensive range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched parts, Brassin resin components, decals and painting masks. Eduard masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper and designed for specific plastic kits, ensuring an accurate fit to the shape of the canopy and other details. The EX mask series covers hundreds of items dedicated both to Eduard kits and to kits from other manufacturers.