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Grumman F-14A Tomcat 1/72 Scale Diecast Model VF-31 “Tomcatters”, Tail Code AE/202, US Navy Brand: Calibre Wings Classic Cat SeriesSKU: CA721412
AUD $297.00
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Grumman F-14A Tomcat 1/72 Scale Diecast Model, VF-31 “Tomcatters”, US Navy – CA721412
Length | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in | Approx |
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Wingspan swept | 16.1 cm | 6.3 in | Approx |
Wingspan spread | 27.1 cm | 10.7 in | Approx |
Diecast model features:
- Constructed with metal and plastic components
- Optional ordnance
- Undercarriage displayable extended or retracted
- Removable pilot & RIO figurines
- Canopy displayable open or closed
- Movable sweep wings, horizontal stabilisers
- Airbrakes open or close positions & deployable arrestor hook
- Interchangeable engine nozzles, open or closed positions
- Jet intake covers & wheel chocks
- Display stand not included.
Calibre Wings CA721412 Classic Cats Series
Calibre Wings Classic Cat Series CA721412 replicates in 1/72 scale diecast the F-14A Tomcat, tail code AE/202 of Fighter Squadron 31 (VF-31) “Tomcatters”, US Navy, Deployed with Carrier Air Wing 6 (CVW-6) embarked on the USS Forrestal (CV 59), during 1988.
VF-31 “Tomcatters”
VF-31 “Tomcatters”, established on July 1, 1935, is the second oldest active US Navy squadron. It operated the F-14A/D from 1981 until 2006, when it transitioned to the F/A-18E Hornet, along with a designation change to VFA-31. The unit is currently stationed at NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, Virginia, flying the F/A-18E Super Hornet.
Grumman F-14 Tomcat
The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is an American tandem-seat, twin-engine, carrier-capable air superiority fighter, fleet defence interceptor, and tactical aerial reconnaissance platform. It is the largest and heaviest US fighter to operate from an aircraft carrier. Developed to carry the AIM-54 Phoenix missile, the first flight occurred on December 21, 1970, entering service in 1974.
The US Navy retired its last F-14s in 2006; it remains in service with the Iran Air Force, the only other type operator. Production ended in 1991, with 712 airframes built.
F-14A uses two Pratt & Whitney TF30s after burning low bypass turbofan jet engines; some upgraded to the General Electric GE F110. F-14Bs and -Ds use the GE F110-400. The armament consists of a single cannon internally in the nose. Ten hard points can carry up to 6,600 kg (14,500 lb) of payload.
Grumman F-14A Tomcat 1/72 Scale Diecast Model VF-31 “Tomcatters”, Tail Code AE/202, US Navy Brand: Calibre Wings Classic Cat SeriesSKU: CA721412
AUD $297.00
In stock