Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II ( Warthog ) 190th FS, Idaho ANG - USAF - 2021 - 1/72 Scale Diecast Airplane by Hobby Master
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1:72 Scale Metal Die-Cast -Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt (Warthog) "75th Anniversary P-47 Scheme" 190th FS, Idaho ANG, 2021 – Length: 9" Wingspan: 9.5”
This model is a single seat but NO pilot figure is included. The cockpit canopy can open and close. This model comes with a number of optional accessories for wings and fuselage . Detailed landing gear is included as well as the cover of the wheel wells to give the appearance of in-flight. A display stand is also included
This is really a "no-play" model or a "display-only" model. It is mostly metal and very heavy. It also has a number of antennas which look great but are very fragile. If you have small kids that like to play with your models, save yourself some frustration (and money) and wait till later to get a model like this one. The box is labeled as not suitable for children under 14.
The box measures 10 inches by 10 inches by 4 inches.
The Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is an American twin-engine, straight wing jet aircraft developed by Fairchild-Republic in the early 1970s. It is the only United States Air Force production aircraft designed solely for close air support, including attacking tanks, armored vehicles, and other ground targets with limited air defenses.
The A-10 was designed around the 30 mm GAU-8 Avenger rotary cannon that is its primary armament. The A-10's airframe was designed for durability, with measures such as 1,200 pounds (540 kg) of titanium aircraft armor to protect the cockpit and aircraft systems, enabling it to absorb a significant amount of damage and continue flying. The A-10A single-seat variant was the only version built, though one A-10A was converted to an A-10B twin-seat version. In 2005, a program was begun to upgrade remaining A-10A aircraft to the A-10C configuration.
The A-10's official name comes from the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt of World War II, a fighter that was particularly effective at close air support. The A-10 is more commonly known by its nicknames "Warthog" or "Hog". Its secondary mission is to provide airborne forward air control, directing other aircraft in attacks on ground targets. Aircraft used primarily in this role are designated OA-10. With a variety of upgrades and wing replacements, the A-10's service life may be extended to 2028, though there are proposals to retire it sooner.
