Witty Wings Sky Guardians WTW72005-15
Mitsubishi F-15J Eagle Diecast Model
JASDF 204 Sqn, Japan
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Mitsubishi F-15J Eagle | | 10.75" | | 7.25" |
Following World War II, the Japanese government passed Self-Defense Forces Law in 1954 with the JASDF (Japanese Air Self-Defense Force) serving as the aviation branch. 204 Hikotai of 7 Kukudan received the Eagle in 1983 to replace the aging F-104J Starfighter and are currently based at Hyakuri Airfield. Currently, Japan is the only nation licensed to build the F-15 Eagle (manufactured by Mitsubishi) and the 7th Kukudan wing is the only wing to operate an F-15 in the Greater Tokyo Area.
An optional metal display stand, WT-WTW72015S, is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight".
Designed for the US Air Force as an air-superiority fighter with superior acceleration, range and maneuverability, the F-15 first flew on July 27th, 1972. This aircraft has highly advanced weaponry and avionics design, including low wing loading and a high engine thrust-to-weight ratio, features that account for its maneuverability and talent for performing tight, high speed turns. The F-15's original design was so successful that more than a decade later it was re-envisioned as the F-15E Strike Eagle, an all-weather strike fighter. As one of the most successful military aircraft in aviation history, the F-15 is likely to remain in service until 2025.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Witty's 1:72 scale F-15s feature an impressive amount of pad-printed markings including some elaborate paint schemes and numerous warning placards found adorning the entire airframe. They are highly detailed with a delicate thin cambered wing, simulated stainless-steel heat shielding surrounding the engine exhausts, movable razor thin all metal elevators and rudders. The underside of the aircraft features non-configurable, yet highly detailed, sturdy metal landing gear with a full complement of beautifully pad printed ordnances. Showing remarkable attention to detail, actuators extend and retract with the hinged canopy and speed brake and compressor fans will even spin if air is blown into the engine intakes!
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The Witty Wings "Sky Guardians" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Witty Wings have earned a reputation for producing high-quality models that can be displayed right out of the box. Witty Wings "Sky Guardians" 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.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Selected moving control surfaces.
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