Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA1916
McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Phantom II Diecast Model
JASDF 301 Sqn, Hyakuri AB, Japan, January 1984| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Phantom II | | 10.5" | | 6.25" |
The F-4EJ first entered service with the JASDF in August 1972. Six squadrons (hikotais) were equipped with the F-4EJ. The 301st, 302nd, 303rd, 304th, 305th and 306th. Originally based at Hyakuri Air Base the 301st Squadron of the JASDF, 7th Air Wing (koku-dan) painted some aircraft in a “MiG Silhouette” scheme so they would resemble MiG-21s at a distance. Hopefully this would fool the enemy long enough to take advantage of the encounter if it should happen. By 1992 the original 140 F-4EJs had been cut to 125 aircraft through attrition.
The twin-engine, two-seat, all-weather attack/fighter F-4 Phantom II first flew on May 27th, 1958. The Phantom performed three tactical air roles—air superiority, interdiction and close air support—and was also a capable tactical reconnaissance and Wild Weasel (suppression of enemy air defenses) aircraft. It was armed with missiles and was the first Navy fighter that did not use guns. In air combat the Phantom’s powerful thrust permitted a skilled pilot to engage and disengage from the fight at will.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master offer the more price-sensitive collector a cheaper alternative to models from leading manufacturers like Corgi and Century Wings. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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