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Scale 1/72
Manufacturer Hasegawa OptionDecal
Decal Sheet ID 35226
Decal Sheet Title F-15E Strike Eagle "Nose Art"
Types Featured F-15E

Whilst not well known, Hasegawa produce their own line of decals under the "OptionalDecal" range and sheet 35226 provides markings for four individual F-15Es from Operation "Enduring Freedom", but also provides alternative serial numbers and nose art for 14 additional aircraft. The individual airframes are:

With the exception of 89-0506, no information is provided about the period of operation or mission.

Additionally, Hasegawa provide the following additional nose art:

No serial numbers are provided for these markings, nor are any marking guide included.

The decals are identical in quality to those in current standard Hasegawa kits - slightly thick but in perfect register.

This sheet is highly recommended, although additional references may be required if any of the optional markings are selected.

Review and images by Chris St Clair