F.6/FGA.9 Hawker Hunter 1:48 Academy 12312

Plastic model airplane to assemble: F.6/FGA.9 Hawker Hunter 1:48 Academy 12312

The F.6/FGA.9 Hawker Hunter model kit in 1:48 scale from the renowned company Academy is an excellent choice for aviation enthusiasts and modelers who value precision and detail. This set allows you to build a replica of one of the most famous British jet fighters that played a significant role in the history of military aviation.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Manufacturer: Academy
• Catalog number: 12312
• Variants to build: F.6 and FGA.9
• Material: Plastic

Hawker Hunter – a brief history:

The Hawker Hunter is a British jet fighter designed in the 1950s by Hawker Aircraft. This aircraft was one of the first British fighters capable of exceeding the speed of sound in a dive. The Hunter was used by many air forces around the world and gained a reputation as a reliable and effective combat aircraft. The F.6 and FGA.9 versions were among the most successful variants of this fighter, used in both interceptor and ground attack missions.

The Hawker Hunter was used by many countries, including the United Kingdom, Switzerland, India, Sweden, and many others. Its versatility and reliability made it suitable for various roles, from interceptor to ground attack aircraft. The F.6 version was one of the main fighter variants, while the FGA.9 was adapted for ground attack tasks, with the capability to carry heavier armament.

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.