Art at scale 3D print 1/48 GRU-7A Ejection Seats for F14A/B Early - excluding seat belts (2pcs)

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Art at scale 3D print

1/48 GRU-7A Ejection Seats for F14A/B Early - excluding seat belts (2pcs)

Code: A200-48043

Price Tag : 16,20€

Available here

 

Introduction

In recent days, I’ve been showcasing several products from Art Scale Kit here on the forum. This brand has been steadily expanding its range of aftermarket modelling accessories, and this set is yet another example of how far 3D resin printing technology has advanced.

This set includes ejection seats designed for the early variants of the iconic and timeless F-14 Tomcat.

The F-14 earned its place in cinema and 1980s pop culture thanks to the film Top Gun, where it took centre stage. (One might even say the actors were just there to support the aircraft’s starring role!)

As this aircraft has been produced by numerous model kit brands over the years, it’s no surprise that a wide variety of aftermarket sets have also been released to complement it.

This offer benefits from 3D printing technology as it allows for the representation of small details and components that are otherwise difficult to reproduce, with realistic detail and at an affordable price.

 What’s on the box?

Two ejection seats are provided. Each seat is composed of two parts: one representing the complete seat, and the other the overhead ejection handle, located at the top of the seat.

The print supports are easily removed, but as already mentioned, take your time.

Please note that the remains of print layers are presented in the seat cushions, so some care will be needed to minimize this effect ( grey primer and a gently sanding)

 A very interesting detail provided are the oxygen hoses for the pilot and for the air circulation system of the seat. (the back and seats cushion are ventilated), on the left side of the chair.

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Conclusion

This set is a balanced choice of quality and price. Despite no seatbelts are provided, but this option exists for the modeller who wants for example, add aftermarket pilots and it will need custom adjusted seats, or just don’t want to add a photoetch set, but in the end it’s a recommended set!

Many thanks to ASK for providing the review sample!

Ricardo Veríssimo