1:48 CENTERLINE MER PYLON FOR F-105

Reskit 1:48 Centerline MER Pylon for the F-105 Thunderchief

This product is a resin, 3D-printed detail accessory from Reskit – a centerline multiple ejector rack (MER) for a model of the F-105 Thunderchief fighter-bomber in 1:48 scale. This is not an aircraft model, but an external-stores accessory that lets you accurately hang a bomb or tank assembly under the model's fuselage. The package contains resin parts on print supports; the plastic kit, ordnance and glue are not included, unless stated otherwise.

What the accessory is for

A MER is a rack that hangs on a centerline pylon and carries several bombs at once. Reskit's 3D-printed rack accurately reproduces the shapes and fine detail of the rack and expands the F-105 model's external-stores options. Once glued in place it refines the look of the belly area and allows a realistic load configuration.

Fitting and Handling

• Wash the parts in lukewarm water with dish soap to remove uncured print resin residue.
• Carefully cut away the print supports and clean up the cuts with sandpaper.
• Glue with cyanoacrylate glue – plastic cement does not bond to resin.
• Protect your airways when sanding resin, and work wet.
• Apply a primer before painting for better paint adhesion.

Who it is for

• Modelers building the F-105 Thunderchief in 1:48 scale who want realistic external stores.
• Anyone interested in an accurate belly load configuration (several bombs on one rack).
• More experienced builders familiar with working with resin and cyanoacrylate glue.

This is a detail external-stores accessory, not a complete model. It is supplied unassembled and unpainted; the base kit, ordnance, glue and paints are not included in the package.