The McDonnell-Douglas F-4 Phantom is a long-range, twin-engine, two-seater multi-role fighter designed for operations in difficult weather conditions. The flight of the prototype took place on May 27, 1958, and serial production began in 1961. Originally, the F-4 was intended only as a stormtrooper, but from 1955 on, the design work went towards meeting the US Navy’s need for a new on-board fighter. The F-4 Phantom turned out to be a very successful machine, produced in several versions, exported to many countries and produced under license. The first versions are models from A to D intended for fighter-bombers. The next version is the F-4E, produced since 1967 as a long-range fighter. Reconnaissance versions were also created: RF-4B, RF-4C and RF-4E. The latest versions are the F-4F and F-4G Wild Weassel – these are electronic warfare planes and designed to fight enemy radars.

Features:

– Scale: 1:48
– Plastic model kit (unassembled)
– Fuselage is moulded in one part, just like the Tamiya 1/32 kits
– Detailed cockpit
– Rear cockpit has correct starboard sidewall
– Authentic Martin Baker ejection seats
– Optional seated crew figures
– Optional boarding ladder
– Positionable canopies
– Detailed main gear wells
– Main wheels and tyres moulded separately for ease of painting
– Positionable rudder
– Positionable speed brakes
– Outer wing panels moulded separately and can be folded (wing hinges not included)
– Intakes have ducts to the compressor faces
– Detailed afterburner chambers with turbine faces
– Positionable air refueling probe

Required to Complete:

– Assembly
– Cement (glue) for plastic
– Hobby knife
– Sprue cutters
– Tweezers
– Paint brushes of different sizes
– Paint

This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue, paint and tools sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.