AN / ALQ-131 shallow ECM pod Scale 1:48 ResKit RS48-0393 for Aircraft Model Kit

ResKit RS48-0393 is a 1/48 AN / ALQ-131 shallow ECM/Data Link pod, produced in 3D printed resin for crisp edges and consistent panel definition on the pod body. Pods like this are often mounted where they are easy to see, so clean geometry and a straight, square profile help the centerline or pylon station look more realistic.

On modern jet builds, a single pod can change the entire underside silhouette. Using a dedicated shallow AN / ALQ-131 shape can be useful when kit parts look oversized, rounded, or lack sharp transitions around the pod’s corners.

For modelers: dry-fit the pod to your pylon or adapter and check that it sits perfectly parallel to the aircraft centerline. Prime lightly to preserve edges, paint the pod separately, and add it late in the build to avoid handling damage to small details.

Compatible aircraft

• LTV A-7 Corsair II
• Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II
• McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II
• General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon
• General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark
• Lockheed C-130 Hercules

Product Specifications

• Subject: AN / ALQ-131 shallow ECM pod
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: ECM/Data Link pod
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: USA
• Manufacturer: ResKit
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Resin / 3D Printed
• SKU: RS48-0393

This item is part of ResKit and belongs to Aftermarket. Browse more in ResKit ECM/Data Link pod or compare with ECM/Data Link pod (all brands). For matching builds, see Aircraft Model Kits and 1/48 Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

Will this pod fit any 1/48 kit listed as compatible?

The set is listed as Any / Universal, but pylon/adaptor interfaces can be kit-dependent. Dry-fit to your kit’s mounting point and adjust the contact surface as needed.

What does “shallow” mean for this pod?

It indicates the shallow-profile AN / ALQ-131 shape. Check your reference choice or kit loadout plan to match the pod style you want to depict.

How should I prepare 3D printed resin before painting?

Wash the part, let it dry completely, then apply a thin primer coat. This helps paint adhesion while keeping panel definition crisp.