Tamiya 1/72 Warbird Series No.92 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II japan NEW

[Tamiya's newly developed product: A precise reproduction of the F-35A with an overall length of 218mm and a width of 148mm! ] Following the 1/48 F-35A Lightning II that was released at the end of last year and has been well received, the F-35A is now available in 1/72 scale. The accurate fuselage shape realized in 1/48 scale is retained, while the parts have been redesigned to be divided into parts suitable for 1/72 scale. The number of parts has been reduced to less than half that of the 1/48 scale to make it easier for users to tackle the project, while at the same time allowing for the reproduction of the beast mode with full armament. This kit is recommended for a wide range of players, from beginners to experts. The F-35 Lightning II is a 5th generation jet fighter that combines excellent maneuverability with high stealth, network operations capability, and situational awareness through sensor fusion. Three variants were developed simultaneously: the conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) F-35A for the Air Force, the short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) F-35B for the Marine Corps, and the shipborne (CV) F-35C for the Navy. The F-35A is expected to play an active role as a key component of the air force of Western countries, with its adoption spreading to many countries including the U.S. Air Force, Italian Air Force, and Air Self-Defense Force. Redesigned parts configuration suitable for 1/72 scale. The 1/48 scale model maintains the precision of the 1/72 scale model, while pursuing ease of assembly! *All images are under development. The cockpit has been condensed to 1/72 scale while maintaining the precision of 1/48 scale. A realistic pilot figure with HMD (Helmet Mounted Display) is also included. Canopy can be opened or closed selectively. Air-to-air missile AIM-9X and laser-guided bomb GBU-12 Paveway II are included. Beast mode with full armament under the main wings can be reproduced. Armament bay is closed for easy assembly. The nose section is made of one-piece molded parts with the front landing gear compartment as the core, which is suitable for 1/72 scale. More secure assembly is realized. The engine nozzle is an integral part for both ease of assembly and sharpness of shape. The number of parts around the nozzle is reduced to 1/3 or less compared to 1/48 scale. Information is current as of 04/20/2023. Product name, price, release date, and specifications are subject to change without notice. (From Tamiya website)