{"product_id":"academy-1-72-usn-f-8e-vf-162-the-hunters-fighter-scaled-plastic-model-kit","title":"Academy 1\/72 USN F-8E VF-162 \"The Hunters\" Fighter Scaled Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild the 'Last of the Gunfighters', the USN F-8E Crusader VF-162 'Hunters', a detailed 1\/72 Academy model kit with engraved panel lines and rivets\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 Scale USN \u003cstrong\u003eF-8E Crusader\u003c\/strong\u003e Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn iconic supersonic \u003cstrong\u003ecarrier fighter\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Vietnam War\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown as \"The \u003cstrong\u003eLast of the Gunfighters\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes decals for \u003cstrong\u003eVF-162 \"The Hunters\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and VF-103 \"Sluggers\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent project for \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Vought F-8 Crusader was a single-engine, supersonic, carrier-based air superiority jet built for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Serving principally in the Vietnam War, the Crusader gained fame as the \"Last of the Gunfighters\" because it was the last American fighter designed with guns as its primary weapon. Its combination of speed, agility, and firepower made it a formidable dogfighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 1\/72 scale kit from Academy is a detailed replica of the F-8E variant. The model features accurately detailed panel lines and rivets, a precisely detailed cockpit and landing gear, and the option to assemble the distinctive variable-incidence wing and air brake in the open or closed position. Various weaponry is included, along with decals for two U.S. Navy squadrons: VF-162 \"The Hunters\" and VF-103 \"Sluggers\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccurately detailed panel lines and rivet details enhance realism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cockpit and landing gear wells are precisely detailed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fuselage air brake can be assembled in either the open or closed position\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eVarious weaponry, including air-to-air missiles, is included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecals are provided for two U.S. Navy squadrons: VF-162 \"The Hunters\" (USS Oriskany) and VF-103 \"Sluggers\" (USS Forrestal)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive variable-incidence wing can be positioned raised or lowered\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eClear parts are included for the canopy and lights\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Academy Product\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 239mm (9.40\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWingspan: approx 150mm (5.91\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight: 57mm (2.24\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePieces: N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecal Schemes: 2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Model Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Decal Sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Instruction Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequired Items\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlastic Safe Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eModelling Glue\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Tweezers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Modelling Knives\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Modelling Files\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ACADEMY","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40426871095497,"sku":"10033383","price":32.24,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hobbies Direct","offer_id":40426928537801,"sku":"10033383","price":51.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/e61a6602b29843b4a88a78884326eb7e.webp?v=1764261008","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/academy-1-72-usn-f-8e-vf-162-the-hunters-fighter-scaled-plastic-model-kit","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}