A Airfix have produced both an FRS.I and FA.2 as separate kits, both of which are brand new toolings. Although fundamentally similar it is good to see that there have been no shortcuts taken regarding the differences between the two versions. The fuselage and wings are specific to each version with the relative differences in radomes, fuselage lengths (the FA.2 is longer) and wing leading edges all correctly depicted. The later version also includes AMRAAM missiles as well as Sidewinders. Surface detail consists of engraved panel lines, which at first seem a little heavy handed but under a coat of paint look fine. Internal detail is adequate for the scale but does leave the way open for the aftermarket to go bananas [Pavla Models have already done numerous sets for these kits - Ed]. The instructions are fine with colour notes throughout linked to the Humbrol paint range. The full colour paint/decal sheets are very well done with three basic options in each kit. The decals are excellent and are now being printed by, I believe, Cartograf.
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