The MiG-21 Fishbed series has been one of the most produced and widely used jet fighter aircraft ever. The MiG-21 has good flight performance which is only hampered by its relatively short range. Nevertheless, the simplicity of the type's systems a nd construction has made it popular with the allies and satellites of the former Soviet Union. The MiG-21PF was an uprated version of the MiG-21F with a larger air intake and nose cone for the R1L ''Spin-Scan'' radar, as well as
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When the tiny I-16 flew for the first time in 1933, it was far ahead of any other fighter design in the world, featuring retractable landing gear, a cantilever wing and variable pitch propeller. The Soviet 20mm cannon was the most powerful aircraft weapon in frontline service with any nation on the eve of WWII; it had a very high rate of fire and was extremely reliable. Medium grey plastic pieces molded to sprue trees. Clear pieces for windscreen included. Single seat
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The MiG-21 Fishbed series is one of the most produced and widely used jet fighter aircraft ever. The MiG-21 has good flight performance which is only hampered by its relatively short range. Nevertheless, the simplicity of the type's systems and con struction has made it popular with the allies and satellites of the former Soviet Union. The MiG-21MF version features an upgraded engine, improved avionics and more versatile weapons capability. 1/48th scale for static display
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Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in grey. The exterior of the craft is complete with fully engraved panel lines. Sports a highly detailed cockpit interior. Super detailed engine gives the craft a great sense of realism. Optional parts t o build the plan as the ''A'' or the ''C'' version. Weaponry includes a variety of bombs for dropping on enemy targets. Carefully designed landing gear is an exact replica of the real thing. Detailed pictorial instructions guide
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Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in grey. The exterior of the craft is complete with fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Sports a highly detailed cockpit interior. Meticulously crafted engine gives the plane an incredible sens e of realism. Canopy and landing gear covers may be modeled in flight or ground/ entry positions. Weaponry includes a variety of bombs for dropping on enemy targets. Carefully designed landing gear is an exact replica of the real
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The P-40C Tomahawk is an early model of the Curtiss Wright P-40 series. The first flight of the Tomahawk was on April 10, 1941. It was equipped with a new fuel supplying system and much more advanced radio equipment. Of the 16,802 P-40s, 1,705 of t hem were the ''C'' type. Currently, only one of these historical craft has been restored and is being kept in flight condition. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in light grey. The exterior of the craft is complete with
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The F-86 Sabre first flew on October 1, 1947, with intent for use as a dive bomber or an escort fighter. The F-86 saw extensive use during the Korean War, where it was matched up against the feared Soviet-designed MiG-15. It was redesigned when com bat pointed out the limited maneuverability. The new F-86 version regained control of the Korean skies and maintained an enormous advantage over the MiG-15. This F-86F Sabre is built from olive gray plastic pieces which are molded
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The Lockheed T-33A ''Shooting Star'' was the trainer version of the F-80 fighter. It was America's first jet trainer and first entered service in 1948. The T-33A Trainer has taught many Air Force pilots basic fighter maneuvering skills. In addition to its use as a trainer, the T-33 has been used for such tasks as reconnaissance and drone conroller, and in some countries even as a combat aircraft. The T-33 is one of the world's best known aircraft, having served with the air
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Fully engraved panel lines and rivet details. Highly detailed two-seater cockpit interior. Detailed landing gear. Authentic engine assembly with propeller. One bomb. Authentic markings. Illustrated assembly guide. One plastic model. Assemble the F4 U-1 Corsair ''Birdcage'' with this 1/48 scale plastic model kit from Academy. Suitable for Ages 10 and Older. One Decal Sheet with Markings for Two Aircraft. 1; USMC F4U-1, VMF-222, Bougainville, December 1943. 2; USMC F4U-1,
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Without doubt, the P-47N was the biggest single-piston engined fighter ever manufactured and one of the fastest. The ''N'' only saw limited action in the European theatre, but it did contribute heavily to the air superiority the U.S. enjoyed in the Pacific. Its 2000 mile range enabled it to provide bomber support to the B-29s attacking Japan on a daily basis in 1945. Medium grey plastic pieces molded to sprue trees. Clear pieces for canopy included. Single seat cockpit.
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The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt was the largest and heaviest single-engine fighter to see service in WWII. In the early stages of the USAAF's campaign against ''Fortress Europe,'' the P-47 was the only fighter able to provide the bombers with an esco rt until the ultimate escort, the P-51 B & D Mustangs entered service. However, far from making them obsolete, this freed the P-47's to attack ground targets, a role they excelled at. Medium grey plastic pieces molded to sprue
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Fully engraved panel line and rivet details. Highly detailed cockpit interior. Model as a P-38J, P-38J Droopsnoot, P-38L Pathfinder, or a F-5E Photo Recon. HVAR, bombs, drop tanks, and rocket launchers. Detailed landing gear with black PVC tires. H ighly detailed landing gear compartment. Accurate waterslide decals with illustrated placement guide. Easy to follow, illustrated assembly instructions. One Plastic Model. Assemble the P-38 Lightning with this 1;48 Scale Plastic
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