Eduard EX968 F-35B RAM coating Italeri 1/48 – masks for painting RAM coating

Eduard EX968 F-35B RAM coating is dedicated to the Italeri F-35B Lightning II model in 1/48 scale. This is a precisely manufactured set of painting masks designed to reproduce the characteristic edges of the RAM coating (Radar Absorbent Material), which is a key component of the construction of modern stealth aircraft such as the F-35B.

• Scale: 1/48
• User country: United States and NATO allied countries
• Period of use: Modern times – from 2015 to today
• Material: Self-adhesive, flexible masking film, precisely laser-cut
• Category: Modeling accessories – masks for painting plastic models

The F-35B Lightning II is a new generation multirole fighter-bomber aircraft, designed by the American company Lockheed Martin. The B variant is adapted for vertical takeoff and landing, making it exceptionally versatile for air operations from aircraft carriers and short runways. The F-35B has participated, among others, in operational activities of American and British armed forces, with its first combat deployment taking place just a few years after entering service.

The RAM coating is designed to absorb radar waves, reducing the machine's detection signature. Painting these strips is one of the most challenging steps in building the F-35 model. Eduard EX968 significantly facilitates precise reproduction of these lines – the masks are cut from high-quality film and perfectly match the Italeri model components. The use of the masks allows for a highly realistic effect and professional model finish.

We recommend this product both to intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5) who wish to refine the quality and authenticity of their 1/48 scale F-35B. The masks reduce painting time, eliminate the risk of paint bleeding, and guarantee consistency of shapes. This is the perfect tool for every 21st-century aviation enthusiast and collector of modern stealth fighters.