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“Freedom Tigers II”
F-5A/B/C & CF-5D

Aztek Models, 1/72 & 1/48 scales

S u m m a r y :  

Catalogue Number:

Aztek Models Item No. 72050 – Freedom Tigers II

(Although not reviewed here, the same set is available in 1/48-scale as D48-050)

Scale:

1/72 (also available in 1/48)

Contents & Media

Decals for eleven subjects.

Price:

Available from these on-line Stockists:*

  • Aztec Models -  US$10.20  (US$12.90 for 1/48 scale)
  • Hannants £6.83  (£8.58 for 1/48 scale)

Review Type:

First Look.

Advantages:

Attractive options, helpful colour cross-referencing, and useful reference notes.

Disadvantages:

Conclusions:

These decals and their instructions for a good quality, well researched, and attractively presented package. The schemes offered should please those who want to finish their Freedom Fighters in some colourful and unusual camouflage schemes, as well as fans of small air forces.

Definitely recommended.

Reviewed by Mark Davies


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FirstLook

 

The decals reviewed here cover a variety of Northrop F-5 and Canadair CF-5 single and twin-seat Freedom Fighter options.  They are an ideal compliment for the many 1/72nd Freedom Fighter/Tiger II kits available.

 

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The decals come supplied on as two sheets in an A-5 sized re-sealable plastic bag. This also encloses two coloured and two monochrome pages covering paint schemes, decal placement and general instructions. The coloured pages include one photo image of each subject. A QR marking is provided for quick linking to Aztec Models’ website. The instructions generally provide at least one profile and one plan view for each subject. Colours are cross-referenced to FS-595, and the Humbrol, Model Master, Tamiya, and Revel paint ranges. The instructions include several useful notes, which suggest some good research has been done; and a list of references used is provided in a footnote to the instructions.

I have several sheets of Aztec decals, although I have yet to use any. In all cases they have colourful and interesting subject selections, which are presented with quite a degree of artistic flair and panache. The set reviewed here is no different in this respect, employing eye-catching graphics that I suspect will create an instant degree of interest and appeal for many.

 

 

The decals appear to be very well printed; with crisp registration and good colour density.The subjects covered are as follows:

  • Canadair VF-5A, Venezuelan Air Force.

  • Northrop F-5A, Philippines Air Force.

  • Northrop/Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries F-5B, Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.

  • Canadair CF-5D, Botswana Defence Force.

  • Northrop RF-5A, Republic of Korea Air Force.

  • Canadair CF-5D, Venezuelan Air Force.

  • Northrop F-5B, Philippines Air Force.

  • Northrop F-5C, North Vietnamese Air Force.

  • Canadair CF-5A, Botswana Defence Force.

  • Northrop F-5A, Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.

 

C o n c l u s i o n

 

These decals and their instructions for a good quality, well researched, and attractively presented package. The schemes offered should please those who want to finish their Freedom Fighters in some colourful and unusual camouflage schemes, as well as fans of small air forces.

Definitely recommended.

Thanks to Aztec Models for the review samples.

Review Text and Images Copyright © 2013 by Mark Davies
Page Created 10 June, 2013
Last updated 10 June, 2013

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