Description:
Academy Models 12443 F-104G Starfighter 1/72 Scale Model Kit
The Starfighter was originally designed for the US Air Force as a pure high speed fighter interceptor. It is a Cold War era US single engine jet fighter with a distinctive small main wing. First flight was on 4th march 1954 at Edwards AFB. By that time most European NATO Countries were looking for a new standard fighter/fighter bomber to form the backbone of their Air Forces. Early designs of the model could not really satisfy the European requirements, which resulted in the modified F-104G version. The "G" was conceived as low-level capable, high-speed fighter bomber with in- and egress speeds of up to MACH 2.5. In 1958 Germany chose the Starfighter to replace the already outdated F-84 and F-86 versions in use by then. For political reasons the Marineflieger had to join this decision, though their demands were quite different. The German Navy was looking for a two-seat, twin-engined aircraft to replace the old Seahawks, with the Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer being their favorite aircraft.
Features:
• 1/72 scale
• Highly detailed cockpit interior and landing gear bay
• Fully engraved panel lines and rivet detail
• Decals included
• Paint and glue not included
