The JASDF operated a special unit for Phantom testing from it’s earliest service days in 1971. The F-4EJ ADTW (Air Development and Test Wing) was the first and last operator of the F-4EJ in Japan until it'sdxm disbanding in 2021. Based at Gifu AB, the ADTW tested new technologies and weapon systems for the JASDF. Throughout the Phantom's service, the ADTW evaluated F-4EJ variants including the improved Kai version.

Korean modelling company, DXM Decals, has released a set of 1/48 decals for three airframes, including two F-4Ejs and one F-4EJ Kai. The single standard-sized decal sheet is packed with images, including all the decals required for the three options that include a farewell scheme, and a full set of stencils.

A full colour instruction leaflet includes comprehensive decal placement and painting guides for top, bottom and both sides. Colour callouts are in FS standards so you can make your own choice of paint brand.

The decals are printed for DXM by Cartograf, which ensures quality. The colours are strong, even the tiniest of stencils is readable under magnification and the colours are perfectly aligned. I expect them to behave properly with appropriate solutions, as with all Cartograf’s offerings.

This is a great sheet if you are looking for something different for your 1/48 JASDF Phantom. Phantoms Forever!

My sincere thanks to DXM Decals for supplying the sample to IPMS/USA. I look forward to more of their offerings in future!