1/72 Reskit Aftermarket Parts

Reskit: 3D Printed Aftermarket Excellence

Reskit has revolutionized aircraft model detailing through advanced 3D printing technology that delivers unprecedented accuracy and surface detail in resin aftermarket components. Their approach to 1/72 scale aftermarket parts emphasizes precise dimensional accuracy, authentic surface textures, and comprehensive weapons and detail sets that transform kit models into museum-quality replicas. Unlike traditional resin casting which can suffer from air bubbles and soft detail, 3D printing produces components with crisp panel lines, sharp edges, and consistent quality across production runs. Each part is designed using CAD software with reference to technical drawings, photographs, and actual hardware measurements, ensuring scale accuracy that often surpasses kit manufacturer tooling. Reskit's catalog focuses on modern military aircraft weapons, fuel tanks, cockpit upgrades, and specialized components that enable modelers to build specific aircraft variants with authentic configurations.

Precision Weapons and External Stores

Reskit's weapons sets provide the foundation for accurate aircraft armament displays across multiple eras and aircraft types. The AIM-9 Sidewinder family includes the AIM-9M with smokeless motor and improved countermeasures resistance, plus the latest AIM-120X with thrust-vectoring capability and helmet-mounted sight integration. AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles represent modern beyond-visual-range capability with the AIM-120C versions featuring smaller control surfaces and improved guidance. CATM-120C captive air training missiles replicate the distinctive blue-painted practice rounds used for training missions without live warheads. Each missile includes separate fins for realistic assembly, authentic seeker detail, and proper scale dimensions. Fuel tanks span multiple capacities including 150-gallon AERO 1C tanks for OV-10 Bronco, 230-gallon centerline tanks, 300-gallon AERO 1D tanks, 330-gallon FPU-8/A tanks for F/A-18 Hornet, and 480-gallon FPU-11 and FPU-12/A tanks for Super Hornet operations. Gun pods include the GPU-2/A 20mm pod used on OV-10A and light attack aircraft, the GPU-5/A 30mm GAU-13 pod, and the Mark 4 20mm pod with authentic barrel and fairing details.

Interior 3D Decals and Cockpit Upgrades

Interior 3D decals provide an innovative detailing approach using printed instruments and placards on thin decal film that conforms to curved surfaces while adding cockpit depth. The Bf 109 G-6 interior decals for Tamiya kits include instrument panels with raised bezels, side consoles with switch detail, and structural elements that enhance the basic kit cockpit. F-16 CJ Block 50 interior decals provide comprehensive upgrades including modern glass cockpit displays, updated switch panels, and contemporary avionics that reflect late-production variants. CH-47A Chinook interior decals for Trumpeter kits transform the basic cargo bay with detailed instrument panels, crew station equipment, and structural details visible through the large cabin windows. These decals work in conjunction with kit parts to create layered detail that adds realism without requiring extensive scratchbuilding or resin replacement components.

Specialized Components and Corrections

Specialized components address specific kit shortcomings while enabling accurate variant representation. The F-105 Thunderchief nose cone with pitot tube corrects dimensional issues in Trumpeter kits while providing the distinctive pointed profile and proper sensor placement that characterized this iconic strike fighter. These precision-molded components replace simplified kit parts with accurate reproductions that capture subtle details often overlooked in mass-production tooling. The 3D printing process enables complex geometries and fine surface details impossible to achieve through traditional injection molding, creating components that elevate overall model accuracy.

Expanding Your Detailing Arsenal

Modelers should explore Reskit's offerings in 1/48 scale for larger projects. Complementary aftermarket manufacturers include Hasegawa, Tamiya, and ICM detail sets. Visit the official Reskit website to explore their complete product range, view detailed component photos, access painting guides for resin parts, and discover the techniques that transform 3D printed aftermarket components into convincing details that elevate aircraft models to professional display standards.