HAS07527 - Hasegawa 1/48 UF-104 Starfighter (J Version) J.A.S.D.F. Iwojima Unmanned Aircraft Operation Unit

Hasegawa 1/48 UF-104 Starfighter (J Version) J.A.S.D.F. Iwojima Unmanned Aircraft Operation Unit

Build a rare and highly specialized Cold War aircraft with the Hasegawa 1/48 UF-104 Starfighter (J Version) (07527). This detailed scale model kit represents the unique UF-104 operated by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), based at Iwojima and associated with unmanned aircraft operation support and special mission roles.

Derived from the iconic Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, the UF-104 showcases Japan’s advanced Cold War aviation capabilities and experimentation in high-speed aircraft operations. Known for its extreme speed, slim fuselage, and demanding flight characteristics, the Starfighter remains one of the most distinctive jet designs of its era.

Hasegawa’s kit delivers excellent accuracy with finely molded injection parts, crisp recessed panel lines, and highly detailed surface features. The unusual JASDF configuration makes this a standout addition for collectors of rare military aviation subjects.

Markings
1) J.A.S.D.F. IWOJIMA Unmanned aircraft operation unit Code: 698 (76-8698) Hamamatsu A.B.
2) UF-104J: J.A.S.D.F. IWOJIMA Unmanned aircraft operation unit Code: 592 (46-8592), 600(46-8600)
3) UF-104JA: J.A.S.D.F. IWOJIMA Unmanned aircraft operation unit Code: 708 (76-8708)