Eduard EX1180 - 1:48 F-16CJ Block 50 Tface

Eduard TFace two-sided mask set for painting the F-16CJ Block 50 (Tamiya) model in 1:48 scale

The Eduard EX1180 is a TFace mask set tailored to the Tamiya F-16CJ Block 50 fighter model in 1:48 scale. TFace masks make it possible to mask the canopy both outside and inside, allowing the inner glazing frames to be painted separately in the cockpit interior colour and the outer frames in the aircraft's finish colours.

The pieces are cut from yellow Kabuki masking tape suited to delicate modelling surfaces. The set is designed for airbrush painting.

What's in the box:

• A complete set of self-adhesive canopy masks – outer and inner (TFace)
• Masks for the landing-gear wheels
• Mask placement instructions indicating the side of application

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue number: EX1180
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: F-16CJ Block 50 by Tamiya
• Accessory type: two-sided TFace masks for the canopy glazing and wheels
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking tape

Two-sided TFace masks – painting the glazing from outside and inside

TFace is the variant of Eduard masks designed to mask the canopy from both sides – outside as well as inside. This allows the inner frames of the glazing to be painted independently in the cockpit interior colour and the outer frames in the camouflage colours, giving a realistic effect of the cabin colour visible through the glass.

The set contains a complete set of outer and inner masks together with instructions showing which pieces go on which side, as well as masks for the landing-gear wheels. The masks are cut from low-tack yellow Kabuki masking tape. The recommended method is to apply the masks to clean, dry and degreased glazing and to airbrush; the masks are intended for single use.

About the aircraft – F-16CJ Block 50:

The General Dynamics (later Lockheed Martin) F-16 Fighting Falcon is one of the most popular multirole fighters in the world. The "F-16CJ Block 50" designation refers to the single-seat Block 50 version with the General Electric F110 engine, used by the US Air Force for missions including the suppression of enemy air defences (SEAD).

Block 50/52 aircraft in the SEAD configuration carry AGM-88 HARM anti-radiation missiles and specialised pods, acting as suppressors of the enemy's radars. The F-16 is renowned for its excellent agility, high speed and versatility, and its bubble-canopy cockpit gives the pilot outstanding visibility.

The F-16 remains in service with dozens of countries and is continually upgraded; more than 4,500 examples of all versions have been built.

Original aircraft specifications (F-16C Block 50):

• Length: approx. 15.0 m
• Wingspan: approx. 9.45 m (approx. 10 m with wingtip launch rails)
• Height: approx. 5.09 m
• Powerplant: General Electric F110-GE-129 turbofan engine
• Maximum speed: approx. Mach 2 (approx. 2,100 km/h)
• Service ceiling: over 15,000 m
• Crew: 1 pilot
• Armament: M61 Vulcan 20 mm cannon; AIM-120, AIM-9 and AGM-88 HARM missiles and bombs
• Manufacturer: General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech model company founded in 1989, based in Obrnice near Most. The brand began with photo-etched parts and is today one of the most recognisable manufacturers of modelling accessories in the world. Eduard's range includes photo-etched sets, Brassin resin parts, painting masks and its own plastic kits in the ProfiPACK and Weekend Edition lines. Eduard masks, cut from yellow Kabuki masking tape, are valued for their precise fit to specific kits and clear placement instructions. The company continually expands its mask catalogue with sets dedicated to the latest kits from various manufacturers.