Platz 1/72 JASDF F-1 6th Tactical Fighter Squadron 40th Anniversary Paint japan NEW

Plastic model [Scale] 1/72 [Size when completed] Approx. 240mm in length The F-1 is a 1/72 scale plastic model kit of the F-1, a domestically produced supersonic aircraft that served as Japan's air defense force until 2006. [About the aircraft] The F-1 is the first domestic fighter aircraft after the war, which was developed as a fighter of the Air Self-Defense Force to defend the skies of Japan. It was developed based on the T-2, the first supersonic advanced training plane developed independently in Japan. The first mass-produced F-1 made its first flight in 1977 and began operations that year. The first mass-produced T-2 was first flown in 1977 and began operations that year, and remained in service for 29 years, until 2006. The aircraft was powered by two TF40-IHI-801A turbofan engines from Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries. It boasted a maximum speed of Mach 1.6, and was equipped with a 20mm Vulcan cannon capable of operating a variety of bombs and rockets. In addition, it could be equipped with the domestically produced ASM-1 air-to-ship missile, demonstrating its high capability as a multirole fighter. The F-86F was converted to the F- on February 28, 1981. [About the kit] This plastic model assembly kit reproduces the Air Self-Defense Force F-1 support fighter in 1/72 scale. This kit models the first F-1, aircraft number 70-8201, which was specially painted to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 6th squadron in 1999. The camouflage painted fuselage is reproduced with colorful commemorative markings on the vertical tail wing. The tail wing markings are provided with large decals made by Cartograf of Italy, which has a reputation for high quality. The beautiful finish is eye-catching. Of course, each part of the fuselage is reproduced in detail down to the panel lines, realistically reproducing the sharp fuselage shape. Legs and other details are also delicately modeled to enhance the realism of the finished product. The cockpit interior is also finely modeled. This kit is an indispensable aircraft for the collection of Self-Defense Forces fans. Please also use the separately sold dedicated detail-up etching parts. [Features] Plastic model assembly kit of the Air Self-Defense Force F-1 support fighter reproduced in 1/72 scale. Reproduction of the 6th squadron's special paint scheme with the 40th anniversary marking of the squadron's founding, which appeared in 1999. Finished length is approximately 240mm, width is approximately 100mm. Markings are reproduced with large decals made by Cartograf