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Following on from DN Models earlier mask set for the canopy, wheels and EOTS, DN Models have now released a handy RAM panel mask set for Kitty Hawks 1/48th F-35C.

RAM Panels Paint Masks for US NAVY F-35C Lightning II 1/48th
Suggested scale - 1/48th
Suggested kits - Kitty Hawk #KH80132
Price - $24-99
SKU - 48/827-062

Re-usable die-cut camo mask set
The set includes four sheets of masks (shown in the picture). The masks are made from thin masking tape, which is easy to be peeled off and doesn’t leave any stains. The tape is tested on clear and painted model too. If carefully removed after painting, they can be used over and over again. Material is flexible and easily applied over curved surfaces. Semi-transparent for easy and accurate placing.

The model that Kitty Hawk offers is the only one in 48th scale currently. In that scale the model is very demanding, and achieving adequate appearance and accuracy requires proper depiction of the RAM Panels. The best option is by using masks for scale models. DN Models offers a set that covers the quarter scale version of the F-35C better than any other mask provider. This set is designed specifically for Kitty Hawk F-35C – KH80132.

The F-35C is the US NAVY Carrier based version of the 5th generation Stealth Fighter. This version will be used only by US NAVY and won’t be sold to any other country. The wings of the F-35C are significantly larger compared to the other versions of the F-35. F-35C features stronger landing gear, designed for hard landings on the carrier decks. The F-35C has other differences compared to A and B versions of the stealth fighter, required by its planned service environment.

The US NAVY F-35C is expected to appear in Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel of the legendary fighter jet movie Top Gun from 1986. The lifespan of F-35C in US NAVY will be significant and the jet will most likely play a vital role in the movie. Since it became operational only recently, the F-35C Lightning II is yet to prove how good of an aircraft it will be. Alongside with F-35A and F-35B, the US NAVY version will be the backbone of the US fighter aviation in the decades to come.

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