ACADEMY 12443 1/72 Bundesmarine F-104G Starfighter

Model Aircraft Kit

Originally conceived in the early 1950s as a pure high-speed interceptor, the Lockheed F-104 evolved into the F-104G variant to meet NATO’s demand for a versatile, low-level strike fighter capable of extreme performance. Entering service with West Germany in 1958, the Starfighter became the backbone of the Bundesmarine’s aviation arm, embodying both cutting-edge aerospace engineering and the challenges of pushing the limits of supersonic flight.

This 1/72 scale offering captures the aircraft’s unmistakable needle-like fuselage and razor-thin wings with crisply engraved panel lines and a surprisingly refined level of detail for its class. The cockpit and landing gear areas are well-rendered, providing a solid foundation for further enhancement by the experienced builder, while included decals allow for an authentic German naval aviation finish.