Product Description

- The Super Hornet is notable for its precise printing and finish, with millimeter-level precision

[About the actual machine]
- The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet was developed as an advanced version of the F/A-18C/D Hornet and began deployment in 1999.
- Compared to the C/D type, the aircraft is larger and the fuel tank capacity is increased, resulting in an increased range.
- Equipped with two F414-GE400 turbofan engines.
- In addition to one fixed 20mm M61A1 Vulcan cannon, the enlarged aircraft has been equipped with 11 additional hardpoints, which are said to be capable of housing most of the weapons used by the United States.
- It is a multirole aircraft capable of performing a variety of missions, making it highly versatile.
- Many units of the US Navy serve in this role, including the Diamondbacks, which were established in 1955 as VF-102.
- In 2002, the unit was renamed VFA-102 and began operating the F/A-18 Super Hornet.
- The unit is based at Atsugi Air Base in Japan, making it a familiar unit to Japanese fans.

[About the model]
- This is a pre-painted, 1/72 scale, 252mm long model of the F/A-18F Super Hornet, the US Navy's main fighter aircraft.
- The weight and rigidity of die-cast parts are what make this kit so attractive.
- The model is based on the two-seater F/A-18F type.
- Not only is the fuselage shape and panel lines precisely reproduced, but even the details of the legs and cockpit are reproduced in great detail.
- A pilot figure is included in the cockpit and the canopy can be opened or closed.
- The ability to fold the legs in and out is unique to die-cast models.
- The display base comes with a resin base printed with the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, as well as a clear base which allows you to display the model in flight.
- In addition, weapons and drop tanks can be detached.
- The markings reproduce the special paint job of VFA-102 Diamondbacks, which celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2015.
- Don't miss the ultra-precise pad-printed markings and the paint finish, which is precise down to the millimeter.

[Main features]
- 1/72 scale reproduction of the US Navy's F/A-18F Super Hornet with a completely new mold
- Pre-painted and assembled die-cast model
- Comes with a stand for flight mode and a base that represents the flight deck.
- Weapons and drop tanks can be attached and detached
- Canopy can be opened or closed
- Pilot figure reproduction
- Movable landing gear and horizontal stabilizer



Item Size/Weight : 38 x 24.4 x 14.1 cm / 1396g

Product Specifications

Item series

Metal Proud

Country

USA

Item code

WS55738

JAN code

4580004557381

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