HBB80347

(HBB80347) - Hobbyboss 1:48 - A-7K Corsair II

The LTV A-7 Corsair II is a carrier-based subsonic light attack aircraft introduced to replace the United States Navy s A-4 Skyhawk, initially entering service during the Vietnam War. The Corsair was adopted by the United States Air Force, as well as the Air National Guard, to replace the A-1 Skyraider, F-100 Super Sabre and F-105 Thunderchief. The aircraft was also exported to Greece in the 1970 s and Portugal and Thailand in the late 1980 s. The A-7 airframe design was based on the successful supersonic F-8 Crusader produced by Chance Vought. It was one of the first combat aircraft to feature a head-up display an inertial navigation system (INS) and a turbofan engine. A-7K,Two-seat trainer version for Air National Guard, 30 were built. Model Information: The kit consists of 285 parts in light grey plastic and 6 clear parts for canopy. . ..... Dimensions: Length: 315.5 mm Width: 246.4 mm