Zotz F-16

Zotz Decals 1/32
F-16 Vivacious Vipers #1

By Michael Benolkin

Date of Review May 2005
Manufacturer Zotz Decals
Subject F-16 Vivacious Vipers #1
Scale 1/32
Set Number 32007
Pros Just the decal set needed for the Academy 1/32 F-16C!!
Cons  
Skill Level Basic
MSRP (USD) $21.00

Zotz has released part 1 of their International Viper series in 1/32 just in time for the Academy and Tamiya 1/32 F-16C kits. This set contains four sheets of decals to replicate a variety of Vipers. The Academy kit in particular will benefit from this set as it includes parts for the parabrake housing at the base of the tail which many of the aircraft profiled in these decals feature.

This decal set provides markings for F-16A Block 15s from Pakistan, F-16A Block 15 (ADF) from Portugal, F-16C Block 40 from Bahrain, F-16C Block 40 from Egypt, F-16C Block 30/40/50 from Turkey, and F-16C Block 30/52 from Greece.

This decal set provides markings for countries and squadrons:

  • Bahrain
    • F-16C B40
  • Egypt
    • F-16C B40, 262 Ftr Bde
  • Greece
    • F-16C B30
    • F-16C B52+, 340 Mira
    • F-16C B52+, 341 Mira
  • Pakistan
    • F-16A B15, 9 Sqn
    • F-16A B15, 14 Sqn
  • Portugal
    • F-16A B15 (ADF), 201 Sqn
  • Turkey
    • F-16C B30, 142 Filo
    • F-16C B30, 143 Filo
    • F-16C B40, 141 Filo
    • F-16C B40, 161 Filo
    • F-16C B40, 162 Filo
    • F-16C B40, 181 Filo
    • F-16C B40, 182 Filo
    • F-16C B50, 151 Filo
    • F-16C B50, 152 Filo
    • F-16C B50, NATO Tigermeet 2004
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The first two sheets of decals contain the bulk of the national and distinctive markings. The second pair of sheets provide the tail numbers and identification markings in black and gray.

There are some interesting color choices with these decals. While several of the Air Forces use the standard USAF camouflage pattern, Greece has a three-color wrap-around camo scheme, and Bahrain and Pakistan have interesting variations from the standard scheme.

If you're looking for an eye-catching Viper that will stand out on the contest table, this is the set you've been waiting for. This set is highly recommended!

My sincere thanks to Zotz for this review sample!


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