1/72 scale RMAF Aermacchi MB-339AM & MB-339CM variant
Greetings all ,
This is the Italeri 1/72 scale Aermacchi MB-339 which is build in the Malaysian Airforce variant scheme.The MB-339AM is used by the RMAF from 1983 to 2009 before it was replaced by the MB-339CM which is currently used as a trainer aircraft under Pulatibang 3 Squadron.
The MB-339AM is the aircraft with the camo pattern on it while the newer version is the MB-399CM which is in all gull grey scheme. Overall the kit was easy to build no alot of issues in terms of fitting and gaps. The main challenge was the raised panel lines and canopy fitting. Abit of minor conversion was made for the MB-339CM which the radome at wing rudder and external refueling probe at the cockpit area. Aftermarket decal were used from MWM for the Malaysian squadron.
Overall it was a fun build making the two variants of Italian made aircraft used by the Malaysian Airforce which is unique in its design and importance for aviation industry.
Thanks,
Below is the link of the full build :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyuhDgnCCjY&t=9s
Nice work, Mee-Wan.
Beautiful build(s) and presentation, sir...good job !
Great to see two great builds of two different versions. The conversions look awesome.
Great job, congratulations!
Thanks, Mee Wan! I really appreciate the review posted here. Yes, the You Tub video reviews are easier to do and likely more detailed, but some of us Olde Phartz appreciate a written review with good photos.
Bravo!
Very nice! I have this kit, and am really excited to build it! With so many options for the 339, I've considered added a few more to the stash. Didn't consider Malaysian, but yours look great...
thanks guys !