Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA2504
Republic F-105D Thunderchief Diecast Model
USAF 355th TFW, "Old Crow II", Bud Anderson, Takhli RTAFB, Thailand, 1970| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Republic F-105D Thunderchief | | 10.75" | | 5.75" |
The F-105D was first accepted on September 28 1960 and became the major variant with 610 aircraft being built. Intended for a nuclear strike role but since the nuclear threat became less likely the role became a high-speed bomber. The Pitot tube was moved to the nose that had been extended approximately 15 inches more than the “B”. The “D” received strengthened landing gear and an arrestor hook in case it over shot the runway. During 1966 and 1967 F-105Ds managed to down 25 MiGs using the 20-mm cannon and 2 other using Side-Winder missiles. In Vietnam F-105D s/n 60-5375 was flown by WWII triple Ace Colonel Clarence “Bud” Anderson Jr. In 1970 Bud assumed the job of Wing Commander of the 355th TFW based at Takhli, Thailand. He flew his last 25 missions piloting the F-105D called “Old Crow II” in honor of his WWII P-51. In 1972 after 30 consecutive years of service with the USAF Bud retired. Anderson had flown over 7,500 hours and was awarded over 25 medals and citations. F-105D s/n 60-5375 was destroyed in a mid-air collision in 1974.
Designed for the USAF to replace the F-84, the F-105 was first flown on October 22nd, 1965. This fighter-bomber served extensively in the Vietnam War. Thunderchiefs presented a notoriously high stance—sharply angled engine intakes positioned on either side of the wing roots fed a single beefy Pratt & Whitney J57-P-5 engine. Standard armament included a single M61 Vulcan 20mm cannon—firing 6,000 rounds per minute—a mix of drop bombs, fire bombs, air-to-air missiles, air-to-surface missiles and rocket pods. With its impressive performance capabilities, the Thunderchief proved its effectiveness, reliability and value against a variety of targets in a variety of roles.© 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.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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