Herpa Wings 552868
McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II Diecast Model
USMC VMFA-333 Fighting Shamrocks, AJ127, USS Nimitz, 1977 | Limited Edition
1000
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II | | 3.75" | | 2.25" |
The US Marine Corps, commonly known as the Marines, is the USA’s marine infantry and therefore part of the Navy. This corps comprises 200,000 soldiers who not only serve on ships but also operate land and air craft. This included unit VMFA-333, which was based on the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz in 1977, with the McDonnell Douglas F-4J “PhantomII” as its primary weapons system. Its escutcheon was the Irish shamrock, clearly visible on the tail unit of the fighter bomber with the registration 127. 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 2003-2025 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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