A-37B Dragonfly

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A-37B Dragonfly

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Product Details

This is the A-37B Dragonfly Plastic Model Airplane Kit in 1/72 scale by Academy. This kit represents the A-37B Dragonfly, a light attack aircraft developed by Cessna for the United States Air Force, primarily used during the Vietnam War for close air support and counter-insurgency missions.

Product Rank

#63 in 1/70-1/79 Scale
#164 in Airplanes
#1487 in Plastic Models

Includes

Plastic sprues with parts for assembly.
Decal sheet for authentic markings.
Clear plastic parts for canopy.
Instruction manual with assembly guide.

Features

1/72nd scale for static display only
116 parts in light grey and clear with fine recessed panel lines
Detailed landing gear and wheel wells
Cockpit detail: 3-piece seats, 1-piece cockpit tub, instrument panel with raised detail, auxiliary fuel tank for Black Eagles aircraft
Optional inflight refuelling probe & ordnance for an OA-37B aircraft
Ordnance includes (4) 100gal fuel tanks, (2) SUU-14A rocket tubes, (4) LAU-3 2.75in rocket pods, (4) Mk.82 500lb bombs
2-piece canopy may be posed open or closed

Requirements & Suggestions

Modeling Knife (EXL16001) (EXL16018)
Paint Brushes
Paint
Sandpaper
Plastic cement (TES3501) (PLS00002) (TAM87012) or glue (HLC107)
White Glue - for clear parts (Odourless CA or TENAX 7R)
Plastic cement (TES3501) (PLS00002) (TAM87012) or glue (HLC107)
Nice-to-Have Tools: Needle File Set, Sprue Cutter (see XURON),
and Airbrush.

Specifications

Scale: 1/72
Length: 4.61" (11.7cm)
Wingspan: 7.01" (17.8cm)
Manufacturer: Academy
Aircraft Type: A-37B Dragonfly
Material: Plastic
Skill Level: Intermediate
Assembly: Required
Paint and Glue: Not included (sold separately)

Reviews

Review Summary

The reviews highlight a generally positive reception for this 1/72 scale kit, praising its high level of detail both inside and out, multiple build and paint scheme options, and a good range of weaponry. Many appreciate the straightforward assembly and interesting subject matter, though some note challenges with fragile small parts, confusing instructions, and occasional fit issues requiring putty. A few also mention difficulties with decals and the kit's tendency to be a tailsitter despite added weight.

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Great Kit!

By: adam

This is a fantastic kit. It's a small and manageable project if you're a beginner, but has great detail for more advanced builders. The large, wide canopy is great for showing off the cockpit detail in open or closed positions. There are many options for how to build it, such as the choices of under-wing weapons and whether or not to include the in-flight refueling probe. The exterior has very finely detailed panel lines, and it's an unusual shape that attracts attention among other models when on display. It comes with multiple options for the paint-scheme. From memory, I think they're USAF (in Vietnam), South Vietnamese Air Force or United States Air National Guard, all of which come with plenty of decals. Good: High detail inside and out, good fit of parts, multiple paint scheme options, interesting subject matter Bad: Can't think of anything!

(48)

a-37b dragonfly

By: pamason (Entiat, WA)

This model has good and bad points. Good the color chart is good but in b&w the parts go toghter well and with a little work it can be shown with landing gear down or up. Bad the inst sheet can be a little confuing and decals must be used with care. But with care a good plane can be bulit.

(39)

very good and an excellent price

By: wildbill101048

as far as I am concerned, Academy has very good 1/72 kits. this one has very, very good detail. excellent range of weaponry. if you take your time, you will have a very good addition to your collection.

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