Hasegawa F/A-18F Super Hornet 1/48 Model Kit

The Hasegawa F/A-18F Super Hornet is a 1/48 scale plastic model kit with a parts configuration designed to provide a moderate level of challenge during assembly. Manufacturer reference HAPT38, it combines sharply engraved panel lines with a useful selection of underwing accessories and two supplied aircraft marking options.

This kit is suited to modellers looking for a substantial modern jet project in 1/48 scale. It can be displayed alongside other subjects from the wider range of 1/48 aircraft kits and provides a clearly defined F/A-18F Super Hornet build with supplied external stores.

Model Features

The aircraft surfaces feature sharp panel line engraving, helping to define the structure and external detail of the model. The kit’s parts arrangement is described as offering a moderate assembly challenge, making it an appealing choice for modellers who want a project with more involved construction than a very simple kit.

No finished dimensions or part count are supplied for this release. The principal identifying details are the Hasegawa brand, F/A-18F Super Hornet subject, 1/48 scale and manufacturer reference HAPT38.

Weapons and External Stores

Accessories for the underside of the main wings include four drop tanks, two AIM-9X missiles and two AMRAAM missiles. A target pod is also supplied. These components give the modeller a selection of external stores to incorporate into the completed aircraft according to the kit instructions.

Marking Options

Two decal options are included. The first represents AA103, the squadron leader’s aircraft of Fighter Attack Squadron 103 “Jolly Rogers”. The second represents NF102, the squadron leader’s aircraft of Fighter Attack Squadron 102 “Diamondbacks”.

These supplied markings allow the modeller to choose between two distinct squadron aircraft when finishing the build. Check the decal placement information provided with the kit before selecting and applying the chosen option.

Aircraft Modelling Project

This Hasegawa release is part of the wider selection of aircraft model kits and 1/48 plastic kits. Further products from the same manufacturer can be found in the Hasegawa range.

With engraved surface detail, a varied external load and two squadron marking choices, Hasegawa HAPT38 provides a focused F/A-18F Super Hornet project for modellers interested in 1/48 jet aircraft.