Special Hobby 1/48 Scale Aircraft Kit
Special Hobby SIAI‑Marchetti SF‑260EA/D/EU Late Bulged Canopy (1/48) – Item SH48215
This Special Hobby kit builds the late‑production SIAI‑Marchetti SF‑260 inspired by advanced trainer and light attack versions (EA/D/EU), featuring a distinctive bulged canopy for enhanced pilot visibility. With fine cockpit detail, optional weapon pylons, and accurate airframe lines, it’s a superb choice for both NATO and export operator markings.
- 1/48 scale injection‑moulded plastic kit (Special Hobby SH48215)
- Late bulged canopy for expanded field of view and cockpit detail
- Detailed cockpit: dual seating, instrument panels, control sticks, throttle consoles
- Underwing hardpoints for optional weapon loads (e.g. rockets, gun pods)
- Photo‑etched parts: seatbelt hardware, cockpit panels, navigation lights
- Clear parts for canopy, navigation lamps, and pitot tubes
Note, glue and paints not included; assembly requires attention to canopy fit and undercarriage alignment.
Suggested Paint References
These colours are visually based on authentic SF‑260 operator liveries and may differ from those referenced in the instructions.
Component | Finish | Tamiya | Vallejo | Mr Hobby | Mr Color |
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Fuselage & Wings | Semi Matte | XF‑23 Light Sea Grey | 71.070 Grey FS36495 | H315 Ghost Grey | C315 Ghost Grey |
Upper Camouflage (Green/Brown) | Semi Matte | XF‑58 Olive Green / XF‑64 Red Brown | 70.884 Olive Drab Green / 70.984 Brown Violet | H301 Olive Drab / H047 Red Brown | C301 Olive Drab / C041 Red Brown |
Underside & Leading Edges | Semi Gloss | XF‑20 Medium Grey | 71.065 Grey Green | H307 FS36231 | C307 FS36231 |
Landing Gear & Wheels | Matt | XF‑69 NATO Black | 70.862 Black Grey | H031 Black FS37038 | C137 Tyre Black |
Propeller & Spinner | Semi Gloss | XF‑8 Flat Blue | 70.899 Prussian Blue | H326 Blue FS15042 | C326 FS15042 |
Cockpit Interior & Canopy Frame | Semi Matte | XF‑20 Medium Grey | 71.065 Grey Green | H307 FS36231 | C307 FS36231 |