Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model
Grumman F-14A Tomcat – AC-207, VF-32 “Swordsmen”, USS John F. Kennedy, U.S. Navy, Gulf of Sidra incident, January 4, 1989, “MiG Killer”
1:72 Scale. Length: 10.5". Wingspan: 10.75” (spread)
Limited production of approximately 600 models worldwide
Grumman F-14A-85-GR Tomcat was built as BuNo 159610, AC-215. On January 4, 1989, while assigned to VF-32 ‘Swordsmen’ as AC-207 onboard the USS John F Kennedy, this F-14A along with F-14A 159437, AC-202, destroyed two Libyan MiG-23s. The MiG’s normally retreated when detected, but these two continued their attack. AC-202 and AC-207 took down the MiG’s using AIM-7 missiles. AC-202s first missile missed while AC-207s missile destroyed one MiG. AC-202 re-engaged and successfully shot down the second MiG. Both MiG pilots ejected safely. 159610 is located at the National Air and Space Museum as VF-31 NK105.
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-14 Tomcat features:
Opening cockpit canopies
Removable crew figures
Realistic panel lines
Historically accurate printed markings
Detachable weapons and external fuel tanks
Adjustable sweep wings
Optional extended landing gear
Display stand
Box with F-14 Tomcat artwork
Category: Hobby Master 1:72 Military Aircraft Models
Not suitable for children under the age of 14
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