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| | Code: HE-552288 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Herpa Wings 552288
McDonnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II Diecast Model
USAF 388th TFW, 469th TFS, "El Toro Bravo", Korat RTAFB, Thailand, April 1970 |
| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II | | 3.75" | | 2.25" |
During the war in Vietnam and South-East Asia, McDonnell developed a new F-4 Phantom version with integrated cannon. In 1968, this F-4E with the extended nose was transferred to the combat zone. The first unit to be equipped with the F-4E was the 40th Tactical Fighter Squadron (short TFS) of Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. But immediately after that, it was transferred to Thailand to the Korat Air Force Base, one of the biggest USAF bases during the war and still on the same day, it was renamed the 469th TFS and subordinated to the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing. The star at the dorsal intake stands for the shooting down of an enemy MiG, which was never confirmed officially because at the time of the assumed kill, a ceasefire prevailed. The model, released as a limited edition of 2,200 examples, displays the aircraft with an ALQ-88 jamming transmitter as it demonstrably flew in April 1970 on a ground assault mission. Designed as a fleet defense fighter for the US Navy, the F-4 Phantom was first flown on May 27, 1958. This twin-engine, long-range all-weather fighter/bomber proved highly adaptable and served in the Marine Corps and the US Air Force as well as in the Navy. During the Vietnam War, it was the principal air superiority fighter for the Navy and the Air Force and was also used for reconnaissance and ground attack. The Phantom continued to serve well into the 1970s and 1980s and even flew missions during the first Gulf War. Finally phased out by the F-14, F-16 and F/A-18, the Phantom was retired in 1996. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Herpa "Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military aircraft. Herpa "Wings" 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.
- Permanently extended landing gear with non-rotating wheels.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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