Sleek wings and a razor-sharp nose that breaks through the Mach era. The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter affectionately known as Maruyon in Japan fascinates model builders and aviation enthusiasts alike with its bold, uncompromising shape and wide variety of markings. This special edition explores the fascination of the Maruyon from every angle. Enjoy its stunning sculptural beauty which is just as impressive in scale as it is in the real aircraft. The focus is on the eagerly awaited new kit from FineMolds. The creators also provide photos of the real aircraft and basic paint illustrations with practical tips that you can apply directly to your build. In addition, they explore new ways to enjoy the F-104, including kits that replicate the internal structure, aircraft that were in service in Taiwan, and even the G model that represented the NF in the film The Right Stuff. Rediscover the fascinating world of Maruyon through model building. A fighter aircraft that pushed speed to its absolute limits its fascination still ignites the passion of model builders today.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Title
Model Art. Modelling Magazine. Heft 3 (3/2026)
Details
Japanese text, paperback, numerous colour photographs. 160 pages.
