Hasegawa 64820 Area 88 Shin Kazama F-20 Tigershark 1/48 scale model kit  [HA-64820]

Hasegawa Area 88 F-20 Tigershark (1/48) summary

This injection-moulded 1/48 scale kit depicts the fictional F-20 Tigershark flown by Shin Kazama in Area 88, positioned as a display model within Hasegawa's 1/48 lineup.

Area 88 is a manga and anime series about mercenary fighter pilots. In that context the F-20 Tigershark is portrayed as a modern combat jet and the markings are narrative-driven, linked to character and mission rather than standard military service markings.

The moulding reproduces external lines and the Shin Kazama paint scheme from the series. Panel lines, control surface detail, and attachment locations are laid out for conventional assembly and painting. The kit is set up to receive careful masking, decals, and weathering to match reference images.

Assembly and finishing notes

The kit is intended for glued assembly and requires common modelling adhesives and hand tools. Expect to use filler and sanding to refine joints for the best fit. Prime surfaces prior to colour application and apply clearcoats after decals to protect the finish.

Reference and painting

Colour guidance is drawn from the Area 88 source material; compare printed references or screenshots to place hues accurately. Aftermarket photo-etch or resin bits can be used to enhance fine cockpit frames and tiny external components if desired.

A character-specific 1/48 kit tailored for modellers who want an accurate external presentation and screen-faithful paintwork.