Platz 1/72 US Navy Carrier Fighter F/A-18E Super Hornet VFA-27 Royal Maces 2024 w/Photo-etched Parts japan NEW

This kit comes with etching parts for a realistic finish 【About the Actual Aircraft】 Developed as an advanced variant of the F/A-18C/D Hornet, the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet entered service in 1999. Its key features include a larger airframe compared to the C/D models and increased fuel tank capacity for extended range. It is powered by two F414-GE400 turbofan engines. Its armament includes a fixed 20mm M61A1 Vulcan cannon. The enlarged airframe provides 11 additional hardpoints, enabling it to carry nearly all U.S. military weapons, including air-to-air missiles like the AIM-120A, air-to-ground missiles such as the AGM-65E, and bombs. It demonstrates broad versatility as a multi-role aircraft capable of performing various missions. The U.S. Navy's Attack Squadron VFA-27, established in 1967, has operated the F/A-18E since 2004. Deployed to Iwakuni Air Base in Japan, it has become a familiar sight and a source of anticipation in Japan. 【About the Model】 ・This kit combines a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit, which reproduces the U.S. Navy carrier-based fighter, the F/A-18 Super Hornet, with an etching parts set for detail enhancement. ・It offers a more convenient and economical option than purchasing the items separately. ・The kit models the single-seat F/A-18E with a finished length of 253mm. It faithfully reproduces the airframe shape and includes a wide range of weaponry. ・The etching parts feature original PLATZ designs, providing details for the instrument panel, side console panels, landing gear bays, and more. ・Additionally, deck crew figures on the flight deck are reproduced in etching. Pre-printed, they enhance the atmosphere simply placed beside the finished model. ・Markings are from aircraft belonging to US Navy Attack Squadron VFA-27 “Royal Maces,” stationed at Iwakuni Air Base, Japan. Reproduced using Cartograf decals. ・This kit, complete with etching parts, allows you to easily enjoy a high-quality Super Hornet build. 【Main Features】 ・Reproduces the F/A-18E Super Hornet in 1/72 scale ・Finished length: 253mm ・Includes detail-up photo-etched parts ・Photo-etched parts by Eduard (Platz Design) ・Markings selected from VFA-27 Royal Maces aircraft ・Decals by Cartograph