Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA2125
North American F-100A Super Sabre Diecast Model
ROCAF 41st Sqn, #0201, Taiwan, 1980s | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| North American F-100A Super Sabre | | 7.75" | | 6.5" |
In the 1980s, the Republic of China Air Forces (ROCAF) 41st Squadron operated the North American F-100 Super Sabre, a supersonic jet fighter. The F-100, known for its role in the Vietnam War, was a versatile aircraft capable of both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. ROCAF's 41st Squadron utilized the F-100 primarily for defense and patrols, ensuring Taiwan's airspace security amidst regional tensions. The Super Sabre's speed and combat capabilities made it a valuable asset for Taiwan during this period, playing a crucial role in the nation's air defense strategy against potential threats.
Designed as a high-performance evolution of the F-86 Sabre, the F-100 Super Sabre was first flown on May 25, 1953. This swept-wing aircraft was the first in the "Century Series" and the first operational USAF aircraft capable of supersonic speed in level flight. It was adapted for use as a fighter-bomber and was the Air Force's primary close-support aircraft through much of the Vietnam War. Despite its promise, the F-100 proved to be a dangerous aircraft, by the end of its USAF service in 1972, a total of 889 F-100s had been lost in accidents, claiming the lives of 324 pilots. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F-100 Super Sabre is constructed almost entirely from diecast metal, with only the smallest amount of plastic used. The fuselage is almost seamless, with a hinged articulating canopy that opens for viewing of the cockpit interior. The engine intake has near-razor sharp edges with an unusually long pitot tube, and the surface surrounding the engine is correctly unpainted. The wing has crisp panel lines, hand-painted navigation lights and a complete set of ordnance including rocket, bombs and fuel tanks. Variants include the A, C and D; the D features a larger wing, aerodynamic fences on the wings and two types of refueling probes.
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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.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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