Hasegawa 00233 1/72 Scale B3 F-20 Tigershark Model  [HA-00233]

Hasegawa 1/72 B3 F-20 Tigershark - Overview for scale modellers

The Hasegawa 1/72 B3 F-20 Tigershark kit lets scale fans build a compact but faithful rendition of a prototype fighter. The F-20 earned attention for its agility and systems upgrades, positioned as an affordable rival to larger jets though it did not progress to fleet service. The kit captures the plane's tapered fuselage and wing geometry in neat mouldings.

Construction and finishing guidance

Ideal for modellers who like neat assembly and paintwork, this 1/72 kit provides well-defined parts and a cockpit suited to fine brush or airbrush painting. The instructions allow both landing gear deployed and gear-up display, and the model size makes it a straightforward candidate for display racks or themed dioramas.

Why the F-20 matters

Developed in the Cold War climate, the F-20 Tigershark was intended to provide international operators with a capable but cost-effective fighter. Although it failed to reach production, the project advanced avionics integration and weapons carriage studies. As a scale subject it illustrates mid 20th century design thinking.