Academy Plastic Models

Injection molded plastic parts accurately reproduce the exterior with scribed surface details. Build either a highly detailed General Electric F110 or a Pratt and Whitney F100 engine. Exquisitely reproduced cockpit! A boarding ladder, two pilot figures, and one ground crew figure. Optional crystal clear or smoky clear canopy parts that may be modeled in open or closed position. Choice of HUD units. 2 different styles of ''bird cutter'' 4-vaned IFF units. Optional long .....
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Accurately reproduced static display model with scribed panel lines and rivet details. Various lights and lenses molded in clear styrene. 5 intricately detailed figures. Metal landing gear struts. Meticulously detailed main gear wells. Grooved rubber tires. Accurately reproduced cockpit including NACES ejection seats, instrument panels, side consoles, stick, throttle & rudder pedals. Optional single-seat or 2-seat clear canopy. The radome can be posed open or closed. In .....
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Limited edition. High-quality plastic parts molded with realistically scribed panel lines and rivet details. Beautifully reproduced cockpit! The clear, split canopy can be posed either as opened or closed. 2 pilot and 2 ground crew figures molded with very realistic details! Die cast metal landing gear struts and solid synthetic, grooved rubber tires. Gear bays exquisitely detailed with all the plumbing! The radome can be posed open or closed. Highly detailed radar bay. .....
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The UH-1C is the third generation of Bell's Iroquois series.The UH-1C ''Huey'' saw its combat tour through to the close of the Vietnam War, deadly to the enemy and essential to US forces in its capacity as a most formidable gunship. Highly detailed cockpit, engine and transmission Miniguns, M60s and rocket pods Pilots and two crewmen figures Cartograf nose art decals for four Vietnam gunships Limited Edition. One 1/35 UH-1C ''Huey'' Frog Helicopter Model Kit. This is a 1/35 .....
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The Camel was perhaps the best allied fighter of WW I. Its victory tally was 1,924 aircraft shot down in only sixteen months of fighting. The Camel was an Aces' mount which was extremely agile and had a fast rate of climb. In a controversial air battle in 1918, the great Baron Von Richthofen fell to the guns of a 209 Squadron RAF Camel flown by Canadian Roy Brown. Medium grey plastic pieces molded to sprue trees. Single seat cockpit. Recessed panel lines give authentic .....
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One of the most famous allied fighters of the First World War, fast, maneuverable Nieuport 17's were flown by some of France's most famous aces, including Georges Guynemer. This Nieuport 17 is a biplane. Machine gun mounted to the top of the upperwing. Single seat cockpit plane powered by one 2-blade propellor engine. Detailed cockpit interior and engine compartment. Detailed panel lines give an authentic appearance. Easy to follow pictorial assembly instructions. .....
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Fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Die cast metal landing gear struts. Accurately reproduced exterior and cockpit. Radome, airbrake, and open or closed canopy. Folding wings. Four detailed figures (2 pilots & 2 ground crew). Variousons; Sidewinders, Sparrows, 500lb bombs, FLIR, SLAM, Paveway II & III, JDAM, AMRAAM, Snakeyes, HARM, Mavericks, TINS. Solid synthetic rubber tires. Authentic markings including common data. Illustrated assembly guide. One Plastic .....
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Accurately reproduced static display model with fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Detailed cockpit interior with clear canopy. Detailed landing gear and bays. Authentic waterslide decal markings. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) PlasticModel. Assemble the F8F-1/2 Bearcat ''French Air Force'' 1;48 Scale Plastic Model Kit from Academy. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. One Waterslide Decal Sheet with Markings for 4 Versions. 1; F8F-1B, French Air Force, Indochina .....
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Accurately reproduced static display model with fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Detailed cockpit interior with clear canopy. Detailed landing gear and wheel wells. Authentic waterslide decal markings. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Plastic Model. Assemble the Hispano HA-1112 ''Buchon'' with this 1;48 Scale Plastic Model Kit from Academy. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. One Decal Sheet with Markings for 2 Aircraft Versions. 1; Spanish Air Force. 2; Luftwaffe .....
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Accurately reproduced static display model with engraved panel lines and rivet details. Complete cockpit detail including pilot figure. Detailed landing gear with boxed-in wheel wells. Sidewinder AAMs, Maverick AGMs, and drop tanks. Clear, 2-part canopy. Authentic waterslide decals. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Plastic Model. Assemble a F-16C Fighting Falcon with this 1;48 Scale Plastic Model Kit from Academy. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. One Decal Sheet with Markings .....
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A stunning model replica built with injection molded plastic parts, beautifully scribed with impressive details! Exquisite cockpit and radio compartment detail! Prototypically reproduced gun gas vent and antenna. Interior landing gear bay detail. Realistically molded landing gear struts and wheels. Movable variable-geometry wings. JDAM, GBU-24, LANTIRN pod, LANTIRN adapter pylon, missile launcher. Pilot figures with crisp details. Authentic waterslide decals. Illustrated .....
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An accurate depiction of the fully restored fork-tailed devil, which attempted flight from West Greenland to England, but had to crash land on the glacial wastes of Greenland due to a massive storm system near Iceland (1942). Exquisitely detailed cockpit including side wall panels. Nicely detailed landing gear struts and wheel wells. Black PVC tires. Twin prop engine plane with rotating propellers. Optional external stores. Authentic waterslide decals. Illustrated assembly .....
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Limited edition Finely engraved panel lines & rivet details Highly detailed cockpit interior and cannon bays Optional position canopy and cannon bay covers Cartograf waterslide decals Illustrated assembly guide. One plastic model. This is the 1Scale Spitfire MK.XIVe Special Edition Plastic Model Kit from Academy. Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. One decal sheet with markings for 7 versions. 1) No. 273 Squadron, RAF SEAC, Burma, 1945-46. 2) No. 4 Squadron, Royal Indian Air .....
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The development of the Mirage III was prompted by the French Air Force and its pressing need for a multi-purpose fighter aircraft. The first prototype was seen in the skies on November 17, 1956. The second fighter squadron was quickly chosen to fly the Mirage IIIC, a Mach 2 all weather interceptor capable of support missions. The last aircraft in service in the French Airforce were withdrawn in June 1988. The Mirage IIIC was also used by South Africa, Israel and .....
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Medium grey plastic pieces molded to sprue trees. Clear pieces for canopy included. Single seat cockpit. Recessed panel lines give authentic look. Detailed cockpit and landing gear. Fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Full armament package. Detailed pictorial instructions. One 1/48 Scale Lavochkin La-7 Plastic Model Kit. This is a 1/48 Scale Lavochkin La-7 Plastic Model Kit from Academy Hobby .....
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The failure of the F-111B to meet the requirements set forth by the Navy for their new basic fighter resulted in heated competition for a suitable carrier based plane. Variable-sweep wings were not a part of the new specifications, but Grumman proposed this still-new feature on their entry because of their experience with them. The capable production version could cut its width in half thanks to the inclusion of the variable-sweep wings. Plastic pieces attached to sprues .....
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Designed to be a multi-service tactical strike fighter, the F-111 developed into one of the most controversial aircraft ever constructed. Its problems started with the McNamara decree that the plane be designed for use by both the Air Force and the Navy. The Navy version of the F-111 was scrapped after seven years of expensive development because of weight constraints. Once the F-111 was dedicated to the Air Force alone, it was quickly learned that the craft had met or .....
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In an attempt to improve on the Luftwaffe capabilities in the 1950's, Prof. Willy Messerschmitt developed the Bf109. The proving ground for this agile aircraft was the Spanish Civil War, where it proved to be superior to all opposing fighters. During WWII, the Bf109 Messerschmitt was used as an escort for German bombers during the Battle of Britain. It was shown that the Bf109 had too limited a range to be fully effective in that capacity, so it was decided it should be .....
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The McDonnel Douglas F-15D/DJ Eagle is the two seater version of the F-15C/J Eagle used by the U.S.A.F. as a successor of the F-4 Phantom II. As there is almost no difference in flight performance and weapon systems between them, the F-15D/DJ can be used for air superiority combat and ground attack. However, as a two-seater fighter, its primary role is pilot conversion training. Its attack capability is further improved in the F-15E Strike Eagle. Medium grey plastic pieces .....
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One of the key factors in modern combat aircraft is versatility. A plane that can serve in a variety of roles can drastically reduce the cost of operations of any air force by limiting the number of components needed for maintenance. The nimble General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon is just that machine. The F-16 has become one of the most successful combat planes in history. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in grey. The surface of the plane is decorated with .....
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The General Dynamics F-111E is a versatile multi-purpose fighter-bomber in the service of the USAF. Based on the original F-111A, the -E version differs primarily in the use of the revised ''Triple-Plow II'' engine inlet. Like the preceding -A model, the -E was designed with the Radar Homing and Warning gear (RHAW) installed. Hardpoints for additional electronics are located under the wings and fuselage. The total production run for the F-111E amounted to 94 units. Plastic .....
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One of the last products of the Soviet aircraft industry and one of the most advanced aircraft ever produced, the MiG-29 is equivalent in size and performance to the U.S. F-16 Falcon. However, the MiG-29 is powered by two engines and is highly maneuverable, as has been demonstrated at many Western airshows since the end of the Soviet empire. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for two aircraft. 144 parts in grey and clear with fine recessed .....
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The F-15E is a version of the Eagle designed specifically for attacking ground targets. It has almost double the fuel capacity of a standard F-15 fighter and can carry a huge array of bombs and missiles. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for one aircraft. Over 230 parts in light grey and clear with delicate recessed panel lines. Accurately reproduced cockpit with 6 part ACES ejection seats, side console detail, and raised instrument panel .....
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The F-117A is built mostly of aluminum and some titanium. The flat angles, or facets, are designed to reflect radar everywhere except back to the transmitter receiver. The stealth is also covered with Radar Absorbent Material (RAM) to help ward off radar detection. The F-117A is powered by two General Electric F404-GE-F1D2 engines and carries all weaponry internally, the most often used being the GBU-27A Paveway III Bombs. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in .....
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One of the last products of the Soviet aircraft industry and one of the most advanced aircraft ever produced, the MiG-29 is equivalent in size and performance to the U.S. F-16 Falcon. However, the MiG-29 is powered by two engines and is highly maneuverable, as has been demonstrated at many Western airshows since the end of the Soviet empire. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for three aircraft. 147 parts in grey and clear with fine recessed .....
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The Corsair was primarily used as an offensive fighter and ground attack aircraft. It was powered by the Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial engine which required the classic inverted gull wing design for sufficient propeller clearance. The F4U-4B wapost-WWII version that had the later style ''blown'' canopy and was used in Korea for ground-attack missions. 1/48th scale for static display with one decal option. 83 parts in dark blue and clear with fine recessed panel lines. .....
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When the I-16 was introduced in 1933, it was far ahead of all other fighter designs in the world. 500 of these planes went into service with the Republicans when the Spanish Civil War broke out. The I-16 delivered suprising agility and performance. One of the most startling uses of the tiny but rugged fighter came in the form of ramming attacks. Pilots were taught to smash into the tail surface of German bombers and then bail out!. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and .....
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One of the last products of the Soviet aircraft industry and one of the most advanced aircraft ever produced, the MiG-29 is equivalent in size and performance to the U.S. F-16 Falcon. However, the MiG-29 is powered by two engines and is highly maneuverable, as has been demonstrated at many Western airshows since the end of the Soviet empire. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for two aircraft. 144 parts in grey and clear with fine recessed .....
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The Su-27 is Russia's premiere fighter aircraft and is capable of performing extreme maneuvers, including the famous ''Cobra,'' where the Su-27 reaches an angle of attack at 120 degrees. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for one camouflaged aircraft. 120 parts in light blue and clear with delicate recessed panel lines. Photoetched stainless steel anti-FOD intake grilles, and cockpit mirrors. Detailed landing gear with real PVC tires and .....
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The Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 was one of the most numerous versions of this famous German WWII fighter aircraft. Known to its pilots as the ''Gustav'', it eventually served in all theatres where the Luftwaffe was active. The aircraft were also used to defend Germany against the American daylight bombing raids. The Bf109G-6 was also used extensively on the Eastern Front against the Soviet Air Force. 1/48th scale plastic kit for static display. 96 parts in grey and clear with .....
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