F-104g Luftwaffe Bundesmarine Egg Plane AFV Club QS06

Plastic model airplane for assembly: F-104g Luftwaffe Bundesmarine Egg Plane AFV Club QS06

The plastic model for assembly: F-104G Luftwaffe Bundesmarine by AFV Club (QS06) is a unique proposition for aviation and modeling enthusiasts. This model depicts the legendary American fighter Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, which in the F-104G version was used by the German Luftwaffe and Bundesmarine. The model stands out with its cartoon style, giving it a unique character and making it an excellent choice for both collectors and younger modelers.

Model features:

• Manufacturer: AFV Club
• Style: Cartoon (egg plane)

Original F-104 Starfighter: The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter is an American single-engine interceptor that gained fame as one of the fastest aircraft of its time. Designed as a day fighter, it was transformed into a multirole aircraft for operations in all weather conditions in the early 1960s. It was widely used as a fighter-bomber during the Cold War. The F-104 Starfighter was the first production aircraft to achieve a speed of Mach 2. It set world records for speed, altitude, and rate of climb in 1958, becoming the first aircraft to simultaneously hold all three records. It was the first aircraft equipped with the M61 Vulcan cannon.

Service in the Luftwaffe: In 1958, West Germany selected the F-104 as its main fighter. However, the introduction of this technologically advanced aircraft into the newly reformed air force encountered many problems. A high number of accidents, including the loss of 292 out of 916 aircraft and 116 pilots, contributed to its nickname "Witwenmacher" (widow maker).

Assembly and painting kit. 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.