1:144 EADS GAF Recce Pod

Reconnaissance pod, basic version, 1:144

An accessory set of an underwing reconnaissance pod in the basic version, in 1:144 scale. It is not an aircraft model but equipment for one. The pod carries the sensors that the aircraft does not have built in, so it is hung on only for a reconnaissance mission. The same manufacturer also offers a telephoto lens version, which differs from this one in its equipment.

What it is for

• Adding a store that kits in this scale usually do not include.
• A model built in the reconnaissance configuration.
• Filling the underwing pylons that would otherwise stay empty.
• Replacing a simplified plastic part with a casting without a mold parting line.

Building and painting tips

Cut the parts from the casting blocks with a fine saw and sand the cut face smooth. Wash the resin in lukewarm water with detergent before painting. It is glued with cyanoacrylate glue (super glue). In 1:144 scale the part is very small, so work with tweezers over a light-colored surface. The smooth body of the pod deserves careful sanding and a coat of primer. Suggest the sensor windows with gloss black or a drop of clear varnish.

Who the set is for

• Builders of modern combat aircraft in 1:144 scale.
• Modelers who build machines in the reconnaissance configuration.
• More experienced builders working with tiny parts.

The set contains the pod only. Glue and paints are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.