GRUMMAN F-14D TOMCAT

Length: 265 mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.

*Includes parts for laser guided bombs, LANTIRN pod and air-to-air missile ordnance, plus 2 crew figures.

From the 1970s until its retirement in 2006, the F-14 Tomcat was a fearsome carrier fighter with its powerful radar and long-range missiles. Originally designed for carrier air defense, in the 1990s it was also tabbed for ground attack work on account of its superior payload capacity and range. At the end of that decade Tomcats became capable of long-range surgical strikes with LANTIRN pod and laser-guided bombs. The F-14D inherited its F110-GE-400 engines from the F-14B, and was given a new digital radar system whose faster processing times and enhanced capability turned the Tomcat into a true multi-role fighter also capable of ground attack and reconnaissance missions. The F-14D was delivered to units from 1992 and was active in Afghanistan and Iraq; it was a vital cog in the Navy machine until it was retired in 2006.

Tamiya Grunman F-14D Tomcat - 60795 Manual Download

 

This is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 265mm, wingspan: 272mm (with wings swept forward). ★The flowing Tomcat form is recreated with aplomb, featuring a moving depiction of the variable sweep wing. ★Air bags and sealing plates are separate parts, with different components included for different wing positions, which can be interchanged after completion. ★Slide molded canopy and air intake sides give an authentic rendering of the complex shapes. ★Poly caps enable horizontal stabilizer motion. ★The model’s fuel probe and boarding ladder can be assembled stowed or deployed. ★Parts are included to recreate ordnance such as laser guided bombs, LANTIRN pod and air-to-air missiles. ★Comes with 2 seated figures and 5 U.S. Navy marking options.

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Highlights in the detailed cockpitHighlights in the detailed cockpit include consoles and instrumentation, with decals provided for the latter. The main canopy opens after assemblyThe main canopy opens after assembly, and the nose-side ladder and steps can be assembled deployed or stowed. The fuel probe can be assembled stowed or deployed.The fuel probe can be assembled stowed or deployed.

panel lines

Take a closer look at the fine moldings on the underbelly, like the panel lines. This image shows the model unpainted with panel line accents applied.

ariable sweep wing moves on internal gears

The variable sweep wing moves on internal gears. Wing parts are fitted on after fuselage assembly.

2 types of interchangeable sealing

2 types of interchangeable sealing panel and airbag parts are included, for use with different wing positions.

L, R and icons are moldedL, R and icons are molded into sealing panel and airbag parts so you know just where to use them. A full ordnance line-upA full ordnance line-up includes AIM-54C Phoenix, AIM-9L/M air-to-air missiles and GBU-12 laser guided bombs. Missiles have integrated fins. loaded with ordnanceThe model loaded with ordnance is an impressive sight. Landing gear struts also offer great detail.
Chock parts are also included.Chock parts are also included. realism of the figures,2 decal sheets are provided with a host of markings, stencils, cockpit instrumentation and more. The kit comes with masking stickers for the canopy and clear parts, plus metallic stickers for fuselage side reinforcing panels.

five U.S. Navy marking options.

Choose from five U.S. Navy marking options.

unpainted model

Unpainted Model

A, B parts

A, B parts

C parts

C parts

D parts

D parts

E parts

E parts

F, G, H parts

F, G, H parts

 

J, K, L, M parts

J, K, L, M parts

SKU 60795-000
Barcode # 4950344607952
Brand Tamiya
Shipping Weight 0.6000kg
Shipping Width 0.210m
Shipping Height 0.090m
Shipping Length 0.360m
Shipping Cubic 0.006804000m3

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