1/48 TAMIYA F-16 FALCON REVIEW & BLOCK TALK

A video about the differences of these three kits and what to expect when buying them. We also talk about F-16 Block types.
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[@joeangeles9383]

I know it doesn’t say in the instructions but you can also build a block 25, 32, 40, 50 or 52 with the CN kit also. Block 25: build it as a block 42, swap out the landing gears and main gear doors for the CN ones and swap out the HUD for the block 30/CN Block 32: Build it as the CN Block 40: build it as a block 42 but use the big mouth intake intake and the GE engine compressor and nozzle instead of the small mouth intake and the Pratt & Whitney compressor and nozzle Block 50: build it as a block 42 but use the big mouth intake, compressor, and the GE engine nozzle instead of the small mouth intake and the Pratt & Whitney compressor and nozzle and swap out the HUD for the block 30/CN HUD and use the IFF ‘bird cutter’ antennas ahead of the canopy Block 52: build it as a block 42, swap out the HUD for the Block 30/CN HUD and use the IFF ‘bird cutter’ antennas ahead of the canopy

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

Awesome info!

[@dennisgraham2447]

To build what you're describing that means you have to have more Than 1 kit.

[@martf3129]

Been looking for a video explaining the differences, so thank you! Now all I need to know - which variant(s) will Ukraine be flying.

[@EdBert]

Thanks for making this, I usually do not watch box reviews just builds, but this is an exception. I've recently gotten back into modelling, and since I am wrapping up my 1/32 Tamiya Corsair I am looking towards the next kit. The only 4 models I've done since the 1990s were all WWII birds, but I've always loved the Falcon and am thinking I should try building a plane made in the last 80 years 🙂 Are all three of these 1/48 scale Tamiya kits from the same tooling? Is there any significant difference in the quality or engineering as it regards fit and finish? If they are all the same I'm leaning towards that aggressor due to the cool paint job. Then again, I just did mottled Luftwaffe camo on 2 of my last 4 kits, so doing a more traditional gray-on-gray does make sense.

[@johnwyer4153]

Thanks for clearing up Block Types.

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

john wyer I’m sure I missed some info, but they made so many variations. Thanks for the support.

[@michaeldwyer3466]

Thanks a lot, I am actually looking for a block 50 to match my DCS F-16, so easy peasy.

[@shengyi1701]

They also have the Thunderbirds version which builds as a Blk 32 or 52.

[@padelisgk8126]

From what i have researched also the one providing more options (any block basically) is the adversary one...but its a bummer it has no weapons...just the pod, a tacts pod and and a couple of missiles.

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

I agree. That's why I just bought a bunch! Figured I would make a bunch of Vipers and just mix & match.

[@ja37d-34]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deanmcbeth4140]

Very informative thanks mate

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

Thank you. I am by no means an expert, but am glad you liked the video.

[@theTutenstien]

Thanks for the vid! I really want to build a Sufa but I cant find a kit for that so I think I'm gonna go for the 25/32 cause its got nice weapons.

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

Their is a Sufa in 1/32 scale. The 25/32 is a good choice to.

[@theTutenstien]

@@inclusivemodeldesigns16 One more question, is there any difference qualitywise between the kits or is it just the big air intakes and the weapons and those little things?

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

@@theTutenstien They are all pretty much the same. If I had to chose one, I would choose the aggressor kit. You get the most options. Eduard Makes a few aftermarket sets as well. If interested I have a bunch of items for these I could sell you if interested? I have an ebay account and can set up an auction for you. I can sell you a big lot of kits and aftermarket items and you can just go at it...

[@theTutenstien]

@@inclusivemodeldesigns16 No thanks with cargo it gets too expensive, I'll just get it from my local shop! Thanks for the offer! :D

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

@@theTutenstien Fair enough. Support local is great!

[@skimmer8774]

I hope you get this and respond. I have the f16CN aggressor. I would like to use photo etched cockpit. The only one I can find is from Eduard but it's for a block 25. Do you think I can use it? As we know this kit doesn't say block 25. Any help please.

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

If it is for these models then yes. I am not sure if Eduard made more than one cockpit set, so I think you are stuck with just the one? You can blank out or add things as you wish for the different block types. Being so small it would be hard to notice.

[@skimmer8774]

@@inclusivemodeldesigns16 Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and time with this reply. I'm going with the eduard addon for my Tamiya f16. The one in the middle of your demonstration. 🛩

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

@@skimmer8774 Anytime.. Maybe I should do a video on all the aftermarket items available for these kits? Would that be of interest?

[@skimmer8774]

@@inclusivemodeldesigns16 Most certainly it would. More and more builders are using aftermarket products. I know this from watching videos and talk at local hobby shops. Thanks again 😊

[@dennisgraham3087]

So. If I wanted to build one of them as an Israeli IAF F-16. I would go with the Block 50 model correct ?

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

The best kit will all the bells & whistles would be the aggressor kit.

[@dennisgraham3087]

@@inclusivemodeldesigns16 ok thanks. I appreciate your input

[@kipjones3055]

So are hasegawa and kinetic the only manufacturers tht currently produce the block 60?

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

They could be? How they are for quality I could not tell you? I don't own them currently...

[@Planehazza]

I'd be surprised if there aren't any aftermarket parts to convert a block 50 'CJ' to a 60.

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

@@Planehazza I am sure as the Block 70's come out things will change? It never ends.

[@kipjones3055]

@Lee Vee thanks 👍🏽

[@gamejunk2707]

I also have the same jet fighter

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

GameJunk Which one?

[@gamejunk2707]

Inclusive Model Designs the f 16 tamiya, right one

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

GameJunk Excellent!

[@poonbu]

1997年还是1996的元旦，我买了F16C，就是你画面中最左边那个，但是当时年纪太小又没有什么经验，模型被我糟蹋了，没有拼出来。就这样过了20年之后，我又在taobao上看到有人在卖这个模型，果断花高价买下，结果还是没有拼出来。=（

[@georgepap3109]

I am very disappointed with the Tamiya's f-16. Specialy the two pieces upper fuselage part is insane! I don't like it at all!

[@inclusivemodeldesigns16]

I like the 1/32 Falcons better. It fits like a dream!