My Verdict: A lower -than-average kit. It could have been a stellar of a kit if it weren't for some flaws, particularly the dreaded intake joint gaps. it had its high marks (white metal landing gear, thin decals, fine surface details). I have read great reviews and build commentaries about the AMK kit. It might be so that the HB version could be delegated as a down-grade alternative to the AMK. However, if a modeler can oversee the flaws and instead see the plus points of the kit, then it might be a great alternative to the AMK version.
The kit builds into a massive model. I compared it with Academy's F-16 Sufa in 1/32 scale and it almost matched its length. The weight of the model was quite heavy and a surefire to convince modelers that they need a white metal landing gear (something the AMK kit does not have)
