F-14A Tomcat 1:72 Hasegawa E3 (High Visibility)

Plastic model airplane to assemble: F-14A Tomcat 1:72 Hasegawa E3

The plastic model in 1:72 scale represents the American fighter jet F-14A Tomcat in the High Visibility version, intended for modelers and aviation enthusiasts. The model is a faithful reproduction of one of the most famous fighter aircraft used by the United States Navy. The F-14A Tomcat served on aircraft carriers from 1974 to 2006, being one of the main tools for air defense and missile combat.

Specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Catalog number: E3
• Dimensions:
  • Length: 18.90 m
  • Wingspan (maximum, fully extended): 19.54 m
  • Height: 4.88 m
• Engine: Two P&W TF-30-P-412 turbofan engines with a thrust of 4763 kg (9600 kg with afterburner)
• Maximum speed: Mach 2.34
• Armament: 1 x 20 mm M61A1 Vulcan cannon

Model description: The F-14A is one of the most famous fighter jets used by the US Navy. Its unique variable geometry wing system, controlled by a computer, allows for optimization of the angle of attack depending on flight speed, which affects the aircraft's maneuverability and fuel efficiency. Additionally, the F-14A was equipped with an advanced AWG-9 radar system that allowed tracking up to 24 targets simultaneously and engaging 6 of them with Phoenix missiles.

The F-14A Tomcat model in the High Visibility version features details that replicate the distinctive characteristics of the aircraft, such as variable geometry wings, cockpit, armament, and fuselage details. The model comes with high-quality decals allowing for the creation of two painting variants:

• 111. Fighter Squadron "Sundowners" - a unit stationed on the aircraft carrier.
• VF-84 "Jolly Rogers" - one of the most famous naval units.

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.