{"product_id":"tamiya-1-48-lockheed-martin-f-35a-lightning-ii","title":"TAMIYA 1\/48 LOCKHEED MARTIN F-35A LIGHTNING II","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCutting-Edge Aircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFighter jets have continued to develop since they were first seen in late WWII, to the point where modern day aircraft such as the F-35 Lightning II and F-22 Raptor are often called \"fifth generation\" fighters; qualities such as their highly advanced stealth characteristics and network connectivity set them apart from earlier fighters. Developed under the Joint Strike Fighter Program (JSF), the F-35 integrates multiple functions into its design and there are three types at the time of writing: the F-35A conventional take-off and landing (CTOL) aircraft, the F-35B short take-off, vertical landing (STOVL), and the F-35C, with its larger wing and tail; across these three variants, the F-35 can accomplish various missions without impacting upon its observability and exemplary maneueverability. Multiple sensors are at the heart of its advanced capabilities, and the wealth of data harvested is shared via multifunction advanced data link, helping provide the crew with outstanding information via a large cockpit display and the helmet-mounted display system. The F-35's maiden flight was in December 2006, and deployment with air arms in the U.S., Italy, Japan and more is planned, as the aircraft appears set to take on a major role in the defense landscape in years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★This is a 1\/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 326mm, wingspan: 222mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Features refined molded depictions of radar absorbent material (RAM) sections on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Highly accurate renderings of the internal Y-shaped air intake ducts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Choose between open and closed weapons bays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Parts are included to build up separate open and closed canopy units, which can then be swapped in and out after assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Build with the boarding ladder retracted or extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★The engine nozzle is broken down into five separate pieces, for a crisp look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Plenty of detail is on show across the model, with highlights such as the cockpit and landing bay interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Parts are included for the recreation of AIM-9X and AIM-120C missiles, plus GBU-12 and GBU-31 JDAM bombs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Comes with a pilot figure depicted with helmet mounted display (HMD).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Choose between the 9 marking options supplied. Masking stickers for the canopy are also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Painstaking research provides the backbone for this accurate assembly kit of the highly impressive F-35A Lightning II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★The model can be assembled with different ordnance patterns: choose from stealth, air-to-air and \"beast\" mode configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Marking options cover aircraft with earlier (use of lighter gray around panel lines) and later (mostly dark gray) spec paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e★Fuselage weapons bay doors can be assembled open or closed; if open, they display detailed depictions of various cables and lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45218524430588,"sku":"4950344611249","price":149.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/3240\/3508\/files\/4950344611249.jpg?v=1710807553","url":"https:\/\/www.thetoyplace.com.au\/products\/tamiya-1-48-lockheed-martin-f-35a-lightning-ii","provider":"Toyworld Frankston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}