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Add authentic Cold War-era firepower to your 1/48 scale jet aircraft models with this precision 3D printed AGM-12C Bullpup missile set from MPM Hobbies. As one of the earliest precision-guided air-to-ground weapons ever deployed, the Bullpup represents a pivotal moment in aviation history—and now you can recreate that legacy with museum-quality detail on your A-4 Skyhawk, F-4 Phantom II, F-105 Thunderchief, and other Vietnam-era attack aircraft.
The AGM-12 Bullpup holds a distinguished place in military aviation history as the world's first mass-produced precision-guided air-to-ground missile. Developed by Martin Marietta for the US Navy, the Bullpup entered operational service in 1959 aboard the legendary A-4 Skyhawk. This revolutionary weapon quickly became standard armament across both US Navy and Air Force strike aircraft, including the A-6 Intruder, F-105 Thunderchief, F-4 Phantom II, F-8 Crusader, and P-3 Orion, as well as NATO allied forces.
The Bullpup employed a manual command-to-line-of-sight (MCLOS) guidance system, with pilots controlling the missile via a small joystick in the cockpit while tracking a flare on the missile's tail. Though this manual guidance presented operational challenges and limited accuracy to approximately 10 meters (33 feet), the Bullpup proved its worth in combat during the Vietnam War. By the late 1960s, it was gradually replaced by fully automatic weapons like the AGM-62 Walleye and AGM-65 Maverick, but its pioneering role in precision-guided munitions cannot be overstated.
This AGM-12C Bullpup missile set is ideal for detailing the following 1/48 scale aircraft:
Item(s) is/are LCD-based SLA printed using UV cured resin and will be shipped unpainted and with 3D print supports attached. Item can be primed with acrylic, lacquer or enamel type paint. Lightly sand and/or prime any horizontal striations due to the printing process. Remove supports starting from the tip down and start by freeing those supports connected to small and fragile details. Recommend using CA for attaching item to model or filling any imperfections. Item(s) will have features that are brittle or extremely delicate and prone to breaking if not properly handled. 3D print support configurations may be different than the ones in the photos if applicable. Photos may include the CAD rendered file used for printing to highlight details that do not stand out well in regular photos. Not intended for small children due to choking hazard and should only be purchased by experienced modelers due fine details and printer support removal. The number of items in your order is calculated by multiplying the quantity you selected by the number of items per set if applicable. All items are printed in the order they are purchased.
For best results, clean any support material carefully with a sharp hobby knife and test-fit the missile to your aircraft's pylon before final assembly. Prime the resin with a quality primer designed for resin parts, then paint according to your chosen scheme. Most AGM-12 Bullpups were finished in white or light gray with black guidance fins and red or orange nose caps.
MPM Hobbies specializes in precision 3D printed resin upgrades and accessories for scale aircraft, armor, and ship models. Every product is designed using historical references and technical documentation to ensure maximum accuracy and detail. Our commitment to quality and authenticity has made us a trusted source for serious modelers seeking to elevate their builds beyond kit standards. For additional information about the AGM-12 Bullpup and its operational history, visit the AGM-12 Bullpup Wikipedia page as a way to find information about their products.
Bring Cold War aviation history to life with authentic AGM-12C Bullpup missiles from MPM Hobbies - your source for premium scale modeling accessories.
