Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA1310
Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II Diecast Model
USAF 51st FW, 25th FS Assam Draggins, #79-0183, Osan AFB, South Korea |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II | | 8.75" | | 9.75" |
During WWII the 25th FS was stationed in Dinjan, in the district of Assam India. This is where they received the name "Assam Draggins". Instead of the shark mouth other squadrons used the Draggins had the leering mouth and two large fangs of a mythical dragon. During the Korean War the 51st FW adopted a checker design for the tails of its aircraft and the "Draggins" became the "Checkertails". The 25th spent time in Vietnam and in Japan ending up on Osan AB Republic of China.
Designed to counter criticism that the US Air Force wasn't serious enough about close air support, the A-10 Thunderbolt II was first flown on May 10, 1972. The Thunderbolt II is a single-seat attack aircraft used to protect ground forces from tanks, armored vehicles and other ground targets. Nicknamed "Warthog," the A-10 is highly maneuverable at low speeds and low altitude and is capable of short take-offs and landings. It is designed for easy maintenance-many of its parts are interchangeable between the right and left side and it can operate from bases with limited facilities. The A-10 is expected to remain in service until 2028 or beyond. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale A-10 Thunderbolt II has crisp panel lines and a high-quality finish. The hinged canopy opens to expose beautifully recreated front and side instrument panels, control stick and seat. Other fine details include a slightly offset 30 mm gatling-gun barrel with cooling vents, a Pave Penny pod below the cockpit, several ventral mounted antenna and prominent high fuselage-mounted engine nacelles that provide an unobstructed view of the turbo fan's blades. The solid metal wing features cambered control surfaces and main gear nacelles, and a complete set of removable under-wing mounted ordnance has been included for multiple configuration options.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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