Academy 12506 - 1/72 F-15C MSIP II 173rd Fighter Wing Scale Model Kit  [AC-12506]

Academy 12506 - 1/72 F-15C MSIP II '173rd Fighter Wing' Model Overview

This Academy 1/72 F-15C MSIP II release is aimed at modellers who value authentic detail in a small footprint. The kit reproduces the livery and tail art of the 173rd Fighter Wing, making it a neat addition to a modern airpower display.

Operational History and Modelling Interest

The F-15C enjoyed a long service life after entering service in the late 1970s, and MSIP II brought meaningful avionics and mission system upgrades. Modellers will appreciate the accurate external features that identify this variant.

Construction Tips and Presentation

Parts are cast to provide crisp panel lines and aerodynamic shapes in 1/72 scale. Builders should plan painting and decal work ahead of assembly to ensure crisp markings; the completed model makes a compact, high-impact exhibit for a shelf or case.