Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA3037
General Dynamics F-111F Aardvark Diecast Model
USAF 48th TFW, #72-1448 Miss Liberty, RAF Lakenheath, England, August 1991 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| General Dynamics F-111F Aardvark | | 12.25" | | 10.5" |
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In August 1991, F-111F Aardvarks of the 48th Tactical Fighter Wing were based at RAF Lakenheath following their successful combat service during Operation Desert Storm earlier that year. The F-111F combined long range strike capability with terrain following radar and precision guided weapons, making it one of the USAF's premier attack aircraft. Pilots continued intensive training in low level penetration, night attack, and precision strike missions while maintaining NATO readiness. The wing's performance during Desert Storm had demonstrated the aircraft's effectiveness against heavily defended targets. The F-111F remained a key component of US airpower in Europe until its retirement in 1996.
Designed to meet the combined requirements of the US Air Force and the US Navy, the F-111 Aardvark was first flown on December 21, 1964. Several versions of the F-111 were developed, but the Navy canceled its version in 1968 leaving the Air Force the F-111's sole US operator. The Aardvark was well ahead of its time, pioneering such technologies as terrain following radar, afterburning turbofans and variable sweep wings. Though it was originally conceived as a multi-role fighter, it was better suited to a role as a long-range attack aircraft. It was armed with air-to surface ordnance and was equipped to carry free-fall nuclear weapons. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F-111 Aardvark is a large model in this scale with many fine features, such as articulating swing wings with under-wing ordnance, configured with ball and socket mounts for secure and easy positioning. The large canopy is removable for easy viewing of the cockpit's interior and crew figures, and structural component details can be seen inside the main gear bay. The landing gear has been included as complete subassemblies for quick and easy configuration. Variants in this series include the early F-111A, the F-111C with longer wings and the EF-111A Raven with electronic warfare equipment bulge on top of the fin.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
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.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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