• 1/72 scale A-10C Thunderbolt II plastic model kit by Hasegawa (Kit No. 01573)
• Represents the modernised A-10C version of the U.S. Air Force’s famous close air support aircraft
• Commonly known as the “Warthog”, the A-10 is one of the most distinctive military aircraft in modern aviation
• Designed primarily for close air support (CAS) of ground forces and operations against armoured vehicles
• Features the A-10’s unmistakable straight-wing configuration and rugged twin-engine layout
• Recreates the distinctive twin General Electric TF34 turbofan engines mounted high on the rear fuselage
• Features the characteristic twin vertical tails and heavily built airframe associated with the Thunderbolt II
• Represents the upgraded A-10C configuration, developed to provide improved precision-attack and modern combat capabilities
• Captures the aircraft’s prominent nose housing for the legendary GAU-8/A Avenger 30mm rotary cannon
• Multiple underwing hardpoints reproduce the A-10’s characteristic heavy external stores configuration
• Suitable for displaying with a variety of air-to-ground weapons and external equipment appropriate to the subject
• Detailed landing gear allows the aircraft to be displayed in a realistic ground configuration
• Clear canopy provides visibility into the cockpit area
• Compact 1/72 scale offers a good balance between display size and aircraft detail
• Ideal for modern U.S. Air Force, close air support and Gulf War-to-present aircraft collections
• Excellent subject for reproducing the A-10’s distinctive grey operational finish
• Large wing and fuselage surfaces provide plenty of opportunity for panel washes, exhaust staining and operational weathering
• A great choice for fans of modern military aircraft and the iconic A-10 Warthog
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+
