Product Description
- Create a commemorative livery of the F-35, the cutting-edge aircraft that flies in the skies of Japan!!
[About the actual machine]
- The F-35A Lightning II has been deployed by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force as a successor to the F-4 and F-15 fighters.
- It is a 5th generation multi-role fighter that was developed internationally jointly by Lockheed Martin of the United States.
- This single aircraft was designed to handle a variety of missions not only for the Air Force, but also for the Navy and Marine Corps.
- Although the basics are common, they have different specifications depending on the operation method.
- Among them, the F-35A, which is a normal takeoff and landing type, was developed as an aircraft for the Air Force.
- The engine is equipped with a single Pratt & Whitney F135 turbofan engine.
- The aircraft with a highly stealthy shape is equipped with a weapon bay, and weapons such as missiles can be stored in the weapon bay.
- There are also 6 hard points installed under the wings.
- Operation began in 2016, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force started deploying and operating it in 2018, and is active as the latest main fighter aircraft.
[About the model]
- The model is a 1/144 scale plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the F-35A Lightning II, which the Japan Air Self-Defense Force has newly deployed and started operating.
- A set of 2 aircraft parts made by F-toys.
- This kit selects the markings for the 50th anniversary of the 301st Squadron's founding in 2023.
- The 301st and 302nd Squadrons at Misawa Air Base in Aomori Prefecture are the first Air Self-Defense Force units to be equipped with the latest F-35A aircraft.
- In 2020, the 301st Squadron was reorganized to the F-35A and relocated from Hyakuri Base in Ibaraki Prefecture to Misawa Base, and will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2023. Ta.
- The frog on the unit's mark originates from the specialty of Mt. Tsukuba in Ibaraki, where the group originally belonged, and is gaining popularity for its unique design, which also includes the meaning of returning safely.
- This time, the aircraft with the frog symbol painted all over its vertical tail as a commemorative painting appeared at the Hyakuri Base Air Festival in December 2023, and left a strong impression on many ASDF fans.
- In addition to the 50th anniversary mark, this kit also includes markings for regular aircraft from the 301st Squadron and markings for aircraft belonging to the 302nd Squadron.
-The distinctive appearance of the F-35A is reproduced with a parts configuration that takes into account ease of assembly.
- The weapon bay panel installed on the underside of the aircraft can be assembled open or closed.
- Since it is a set of 2 machines, it would be a good idea to make them in different conditions.
- Missiles are also faithfully reproduced in the weapon bay.
- I'm looking forward to getting the 1/144 scale F-35A lineup deployed by the Air Self-Defense Force as soon as possible.
[Major features]
- Reproduce F-35A Lightning II on 1/144 scale
- Plastic model assembly kit with a finished length of approximately 100mm.
- Parts are made by F-toys. Contains parts for 2 aircraft
- There are three types of markings: the 301st Squadron 50th Anniversary painted aircraft mark, the regular markings for aircraft belonging to the same squadron, and the markings for aircraft belonging to the 302nd Squadron.
- High quality decals made in Italy by Cartograf
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Item Size/Weight : 19.5 x 14.2 x 4.2 cm / 111g
Product Specifications
- Item code
- PF-81
- JAN code
- 4545782106787
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 3 per household.