Special Hobby SIAI-Marchetti SF-260EA/D/EU Late Bulged Canopy (1/48) SH48215

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. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMr HobbyMr Color Fuselage & WingsSemi MatteXF‑23 Light Sea Grey71.070 Grey FS36495H315 Ghost GreyC315 Ghost Grey Upper Camouflage (Green/Brown)Semi MatteXF‑58 Olive Green / XF‑64 Red Brown70.884 Olive Drab Green / 70.984 Brown VioletH301 Olive Drab / H047 Red BrownC301 Olive Drab / C041 Red Brown Underside & Leading EdgesSemi GlossXF‑20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231 Landing Gear & WheelsMattXF‑69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Propeller & SpinnerSemi GlossXF‑8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 Blue FS15042C326 FS15042 Cockpit Interior & Canopy FrameSemi MatteXF‑20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231