Description
The Tomcat enjoyed an active career from the early 1970s until 2006. Initially its role was fleet defence, but in the 1990s, due to the Tomcat’s superb rang, that role expanded to include strike missions. Later with the addition of the LANTIRN targeting pod, it was capable of undertaking long-range bombing runs using laser-guided ordnance. The F-14D , the final variant was given major upgrades to its avionics before finally retired from U.S. Navy service in 2006. This 1/48 scale model kit of the F-14D Tomcat model kit is one of the most detailed modern plane kits Tamiya has ever produced. Features distinct parts (interchangeable after completion) depict sealing plates and air bags with the wing in various positions. Canopy, air intake side sections and fuselage sides are slide molded to ensure their shapes and surfaces are accurately depicted. Horizontal stabilizers move thanks to poly caps. Parts are included for recreating laser-guided bombs, LANTIRN pod and air-to-air missiles. Also Includes 2 seated crew figures and 5 U.S. Navy marking options. The modeler has a choice of open and closed fuel probe (on the right of the nose) and boarding ladder and step (on fuselage left). Variable sweeping wings are depicted! Wingspan: 272mm, fuselage length: 265mm.
