Italeri 0189 - 1/72 F-117A Nighthawk Precision Scale Kit  [IT-0189S]

Italeri 1/72 F-117A Nighthawk - Stealth in Miniature

The Italeri 1/72 rendition of the F-117A Nighthawk gives builders a compact but faithful representation of the stealth fighter. This kit captures the aircrafts sharp facets and low-observable silhouette, making it a rewarding project for hobbyists who appreciate scale accuracy and crisp moulded detail.

Why the Nighthawk Changed Aerial Tactics

The Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk introduced a new approach to reducing radar signature, with faceted surfaces and radar-absorbent finishes. Its operational history highlighted how stealth design altered mission planning and strike tactics, and this model helps modellers study those defining features up close.

Build, Finish and Display Advice

At 1/72 scale the Italeri F-117A fits well in collections and on display plinths. The kit includes finely detailed components that recreate the Nighthawks profile; painters and decal users can achieve realistic markings with careful masking and weathering techniques.