Italeri: 1/32 F-104 G/S Starfighter - Model Kit

Italeri: 1/32 F-104 G/S Starfig­hter – Model Kit The supersonic interceptor aircraft F-104 Starfighter was, without doubts, one of the most famous, and long-lasting, aircraft in History. The F-104 entered in service in the late ‘50s and served with USAF for a long time. Later on, it has formed the fighter squadrons of several NATO air forces for more than 40 years. The “Starfighter” was based and developed on an original and unique concept for its time : innovative shape of the plane extremely thin, small, straight mid-mounted, trapezoidal wings, the stabiliator mounted atop the fin, a powerful and reliable General Electric J-79 turbojet engine able to guarantee outstanding supersonic performances. The F-104G, manufactured under license in several NATO countries, has been built in a huge number of units and used, thanks to its increased flight range and load capacity, as multi-role fighter-bomber. The F-104S, upgraded in technological features and weapons system, has equipped the Italian Air Force fighter squadrons until the mid-2000s, replaced with the Eurofighter Typhoon, showing an impressive operational life. Features: Finely engraved recessed panel lines and rivets Fully detailed engine, cockpit, and avionics bay Gun bay with fully detailed m61 gun Open or closed air brakes Photoetched fret 2 huge decals sheets for 10 versions Instructions sheet with colour profiles Specifications: Scale: 1/32 Part Count: 316 Requires glue & paint for assembly (Modelling equipment sold separately) Italeri Incorporated is an Italian manufacturer of plastic scale models of airplanes, military vehicles, helicopters, ships, trucks, and cars.