TAMIYA 1/48Grumman® F-14A Tomcat™ (Late Model) Carrier Launch Set

1/48 Aircraft Series no.122
Grumman® F-14A Tomcat™ (Late Model)
Carrier Launch Set
Item No: 61122


Fuselage length: 398mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.

About the Model ★This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 398mm, wingspan: 408mm. ★Features dedicated parts to depict a late model F-14A rady for carrier launch, plus a paper flight deck sheet. ★Choose between two types of catapult spreader (shuttle). ★Durable wing spar components ensure secure fit. ★Late model features such as chin pod with camera, antenna and so on are depicted. ★Plenty of accessories are included: standard and laser-guided bombs, reconnaissance camera pod, and air-to-air missiles. ★Parts accurately depict late model ejector seats and instrumentation. ★Comes with 2 crew figures featuring late model standard flight uniform.

Packaging

★This kit includes everything you need to recreate the Tomcat in its inimitable pre-launch stance, with a recreation of the flight deck!

★The Shooter is captured in highly realistic pose, giving the signal for the F-14A to begin its launch from the aircraft carrier.

★Included in the kit is a 460mm x 276mm paper sheet with a detailed and realistic depiction of a carrier flight deck.

★Separate parts are employed to recreate the slats and flaps on the leading edge of the wings, for a highly realistic finish.

★Decals are included in the kit to recreate the wear marks made when the variable sweep wing rubs on its fairing, for an extra layer of detail.

★The kit features a one-piece recreation of the wing spar, which give durability and helps ensure that you get the wing angle spot on.

★Another late model F-14A feature captured in style is the AN/AXX-1 TCS camera pod installed on the underside of the aircraft's nose.

★Included in the box are parts to accurately depict the shortened nose landing gear strut before launch, plus two types of catapult spreader.

★The finished kit will make quite the impression, with its accurate depiction of an F-14A in its "crouching" stance before take-off.

★Slide molding techniques were used to ensure that the model's recreation of the "bubble" canopy is accurate.

★Two different types of late type flight uniform are included, with visor guard-less helmets and other accessories.

★Three types of nose-left gas purge panel for the 20mm gatling cannon are employed for various of the marking options.

★The fairing for the AN/ALQ-126 ECM antenna at the front of the wing glove underside is rendered faithfully.

★Includes parts for air-to-air missiles, laser guided bombs, camera pod and more.

★Two types of ejector seat are included, including the simple design (right) often seen on late model F-14As.

★Choose between two types of main landing gear wheel, which differ according to the marking option chosen.

★Engine nozzles are depicted with afterburners deployed, and feature stunning interior detail.

★Horizontal stabilizer move on their poly caps. The kit features dedicated airbag and sealing panel parts for a swept forward wing.

★Four marking options are provided, including for aircraft that downed enemy MiGs. Canopy masking stickers are also in the box.

★A full color painting guide plus detailed four-language cover story leaflet rounds off this comprehensive kit.

★This image shows dedicated parts for the late model F-14A. Leading edge slats and flaps are depicted down.

★A wealth of other dedicated parts include late model cockpit components, figures and more.

★Different parts for consoles and panels are used, depending upon the aircraft depicted.

★Item 12693 1/48 Grumman® F-14 Tomcat™ Detail Up Parts Set is available to add even more detail to your kit!