Tamiya 1:72 Scale War Bird Collection Series No.95 Grumman F-14D Tomcat - 60795

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 defence, 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.

 Image shows painted and assembled kit.

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

About The Model: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 includedfor different wing positions which can be interchanged after completion.Slide moulded 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.More About The Model:VX-9 “Vampires”, 1997VF-213 "Blacklions" CAG Bird, 2006VF-2 "Bounty Hunters" CAG Bird, 2003The main canopy opens after assembly, and the nose-side ladder and steps can be assembled deployed or stowed. Highlights in the detailed cockpit include consoles and instrumentation, with decals provided for the latter. The fuel probe can be assembled stowed or deployed. Take a closer look at the fine mouldings on the underbelly, like the panel lines. This image shows the model unpainted with panel line accents applied. The variable sweep wing moves on internal gears. Wing parts are fitted on after fuselage assembly.2 types of interchangeable sealing panel and airbag parts are included, for use with different wing positions. L, R and icons are moulded into sealing panel and airbag parts so you know just where to use them. A 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. The model loaded with ordnance is an impressive sight. Landing gear struts also offer great detail. Chock parts are also included.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. Choose from five U.S. Navy marking options.

Product Dimensions:

Length 265mm Wingspan 272mm