- The AOA probe reproduced with metal parts enhances the fineness of the finish
[About the actual machine]
- The EA-18G Growler was developed by the US Navy as a successor to the Grumman EA-6B Prowler and has been in service since 2009.
- An electronic warfare aircraft developed based on the F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet, with a crew of two.
- It seats a pilot and a Weapons Systems Officer (WSO) in the back seat.
- Equipped with advanced electronic warfare equipment such as the AN/ALQ-99 tactical jamming system and the ALQ-227 communications jamming system.
- The aircraft is powered by two General Electric F414-GE-400 turbofan engines.
- It has a top speed approaching Mach 1.8.
- It is used by the US Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force, with over 170 aircraft produced.
[About the model]
- This is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the EA-18G Growler, a US Navy electronic warfare aircraft that has been in operation since 2009.
- The parts are made by Italeri and the scale is 1/48.
- Finished overall length is 381mm.
- Accurately modeled with a distinctive form and impressive size.
- In addition, this kit includes metal AOA probes that can be attached to both sides of the nose.
- The sharp finish enhances the details of the aircraft, resulting in a more realistic model.
- Metal parts are made by Master.
- A combination of resin base parts and metal parts allows for delicate expression.
- Of course, this kit is packed with the satisfaction of being able to build the aircraft shape, tandem cockpit, legs and leg storage compartments, etc., all of which are unique to 1/48 scale.
- Also included is a special masking sheet that is convenient for painting the canopy frame.
- It makes it easy to paint the canopy neatly and improves the quality of the finish.
- Marking decals are made by Cartograf.
[Major features]
- 1/48 scale reproduction of the US Navy's electronic warfare aircraft, the EA-18G Growler
- Italeri parts, Platz Japanese manual, original packaging included
- Metal parts are included to represent the AOA probes on both sides of the nose.
- Comes with masking stickers for easy painting of the canopy frame.
- Two markings are selected from the VAQ-132 Scorpions aircraft, known for their scorpion trademark.
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