HOBBY MASTER 1/72 US NAVY MCDONNELL DOUGLAS F-4J PHANTOM II 157245 (HA19034)
$209.00 (Ex Tax: $190.00)
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Description
Up for sale is a brand new 1/72 US NAVY MCDONNELL DOUGLAS F-4J PHANTOM II 157245 VF-114 Aardvarks, USS Kitty Hawk, 1972 (HA19034) By Hobby Master
The F-4J was the last version produced for the USN and USMC. The “J” version was basically an upgraded “B” version with new radar and avionics as well as a better the “J” version is what isn’t there; the infrared seeker under the nose was deleted. Also missing was an internal gun but Sparrow and Sidewinder missiles were used for intercepting. Between 1966 and 1972 there were 522 F-4Js built. The F-4J had the distinction of scoring the only USMC air-to-air combat victory in Vietnam and it also was the last US operational aircraft in South East Asia. In mid 1970 the F-4 Phantom II was being replaced by the new and improved F-14 Tomcat.
The VF-114 “Aardvarks” squadron was deployed to Vietnam from February 1972 until December 1972. F-4J 157245 was delivered to the USN on September 24, 1972 and was assigned to VF-114 “Aardvarks”. On May 6, 1972 2 VF-114 aircraft encountered 4 MiG-21s and after a lot of manouvering both F-4s downed a MiG-21. One of the F-4Js was 157245. This aircraft spent 6 years with VF-114 and completed two combat tours. In January 1976 VF-114 began converting to the F-14 so 157245 was transferred to VF-51 “Screaming Eagles”.
This model aircraft is made from die-cast metal and include extensive detailing. It is similar in quality to Corgi, Gemini Jets, JC Wings, Witty Wings, Century Wings, NG Models and Aviation72.
Includes display stand.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24 × 24 × 10 cm |
| Length | 26.5cm |
| Wingspan | 16cm |
| Aircraft Family | MCDONNELL DOUGLAS F-4 PHANTOM II |
| Registration | 157245 |
| Brand | HOBBY MASTER |
| Model Manufacturer | HOBBY MASTER |
| Vehicle Manufacturer | MCDONNELL DOUGLAS |
