Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA4507
Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 48th FW, 492nd Madhatters, #98-0133, Afghanistan, Operation Enduring Freedom 2007 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle | | 10.75" | | 7.25" |
McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle was ordered in 1998 and manufactured as C/N 1363/E224 and delivered to the 492nd FS "Madhatters" stationed at RAF Lakenheath as part of the 48th FW whose aircraft wear a tail code of LN. The 48th FW is known as the Statue of Liberty Wing and is the only one with both a number and a name. The 48th FW received their first of 10 F-15E in 2003. 492d Expeditionary Fighter Squadron deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Designed to meet US Air Force requirements for an air superiority fighter to replace the F-4 Phantom, the F-15 Eagle first flew on July 27, 1972. Following reviews of proposals, the United States Air Force selected McDonnell Douglas's design in 1969 to meet the service's need for a dedicated air superiority fighter. Since entering service in 1976, it is among the most successful modern fighters, with over 100 victories and no losses in aerial combat, with the majority of the kills by the Israeli Air Force. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F-15 is produced with a high metal content using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques. The model features near seamless construction as seen on all Hobby Master products, and this is particularly evident with the tight-fitting conformal fuel tanks present on the F-15E variant. Separate open and closed canopy and speed brakes are included, yielding uncompromising detail that functional hinges would lack at this scale. Other fine features include a detailed cockpit interior, a variety of ordnance and drop tanks appropriate to the paint-scheme and landing gear that constructed as completed subassemblies for easy installation. © Copyright 2003-2019 The Flying Mule, Inc. 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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