Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA6210
Lockheed F-35C Lightning II Diecast Model
USN, XE100, August 2022, Mirror Paint Finish | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Lockheed F-35C Lightning II | | 8.5" | | 7.25" |
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Beginning in 2021, a handful of US fighter aircraft have been spotted wearing some unusual experimental metallic "chrome" paint finishes. At least two F-22A Raptors and two F-35C Lightning II aircraft have been flown with different patterns of angular mirror-like chrome and carbon black panels. The exact purpose of these paint finishes is not known, but there is some speculation that it may help reduce the aircraft's Infra-Red signature in an attempt to combat modern Infra Red Search and Track (IRST) sensor technology. Designed to meet the US Military's requirement for a multi-role Joint Strike Fighter, the F-35 was first flown on December 15, 2006. This single-seat fighter is one of the most advanced aircraft of our time, said to be four times more effective at air-to-air combat and eight times more effective at air-to-ground combat than any other existing aircraft. It uses a low-maintenance stealth technology, and some versions have an innovative Lift System, which gives the F-35 vertical take-off and landing capabilities. The US plans to buy a total of 2,443 F-35s at a cost of $323 billion, which makes the F-35 the most expensive defense program in history. © 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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