A-7A Corsair II 1:72 Hasegawa B8

Plastic model airplane to assemble: A-7A Corsair II 1:72 Hasegawa B8

The plastic model in 1:72 scale represents the American A-7A Corsair II aircraft, which was the successor to the popular A-4 Skyhawk. The A-7A was designed as a multi-role, carrier-based attack aircraft capable of conducting strikes against land and sea targets. Its design was similar to the F-8 Crusader fighter-bomber, which allowed for reduced production time and lower costs. The model in version A, which is the first production series, was introduced into service in 1967 and is an excellent representation of this important aircraft, which gained recognition in the U.S. Navy.

Specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Length: 14.06 m
• Wingspan: 11.80 m
• Height: 4.90 m
• Armament: 2 x 20 mm cannons
• Maximum speed: 930 km/h
• Weight: 14,750 kg (maximum takeoff weight)
• Crew: 1 person
• Engine: P&W TF30-P-6 × 1
• First flight: September 27, 1965 (in prototype version)

Additional information: The A-7A Corsair II model is a high-quality plastic kit that allows for accurate reproduction of the aircraft's construction details, including its characteristic wing layout and armament. It is the first model of the series that was introduced into service in the U.S. Navy, and its development led to the creation of subsequent versions (B, C, E) until the end of production in 1971.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.