Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model
General Dynamics F-111C Aardvark – A8-134, No. 6 Squadron, RAAF
1:72 Scale. Length: 12.25". Wingspan (spread): 10.5”
Limited production of approximately 750 models worldwide
Built for the U.S. Air Force, General Dynamics F-111A 67-113 first flew in August 1969. In 1972 it was sent to Vietnam and flew 44 combat missions and placed in storage in 1973. #67-113 was delivered to the RAAF Aircraft Depot as A8134 and modified to RAAF Avionics Update Program (digital) Pave Tack F-111C. The USAF retired their F-111s in 1998 but it wasn’t until 2010 when the RAAF retired theirs. A8-134 was given a Farewell scheme and later retired to the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre in Darwin.
The General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark entered service with the US Air Force in July 1967 as a medium-range aircraft designed for interdiction and tactical strike. The F-111 was also used as a strategic bomber, reconnaissance and an electronic warfare aircraft. Some unique features of the F-111 when it was introduced included variable-geometry wings, crew seating in an escape capsule cockpit, terrain following radar and afterburning turbofan engines.
Hobby Master offers a wide selection of quality, pre-assembled, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted to a high level of accuracy using specifications of the original aircraft. They are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
This model of an F-111 Aardvark features:
Opening canopy
Detailed cockpit with removable crew figures
Realistic panel lines
Historically accurate printed markings
Removable weapons and external fuel tanks
Adjustable sweep wings
Optional extended landing gear
Display stand
Box with F-111 Aardvark artwork
Category: Hobby Master 1:72 Military Aircraft Models
Not suitable for children under the age of 14
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