Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA5255
Grumman F-14A Tomcat Diecast Model
USN Fist of the Fleet, #104 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Grumman F-14A Tomcat | | 10.25" | | 10.75" |
In the movie, "Top Gun", Iceman and his RIO, Slider, are a formidable duo flying the F-14 Tomcat. Iceman, known for his cool precision, is Maverick's primary rival at the Navy's Fighter Weapons School. The F-14, is central to the film's intense dogfights. Iceman and Slider's teamwork in the F-14 highlights the aircraft's advanced capabilities. Despite their rivalry, Iceman and Maverick develop mutual respect, especially after they successfully engage enemy MiGs in the film's climactic battle, showcasing the F-14's role in their victory.
Designed to carry the formidable long range AIM-54 Phoenix missile, the Grumman F-14 Tomcat was first flown on December 21st, 1970. Made famous by the Hollywood film Top Gun, the F-14 replaced the F-4 Phantom II as the US Navy's primary maritime air superiority fighter. Its design includes a variable geometry wing that can sweep back for high speed supersonic intercepts and forward for improved positioning in air to air dogfights. Nicknamed "Bombcat," the F-14 spent much of its late career in an air-to-ground role, carrying the Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night (LANTIRN) system. © Copyright 2003-2024 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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