For decades the F/A-18 Hornet has been the backbone of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviation branches. The C variant of the F/A-18 received extensive upgrades to its radar, avionics, and armament, making it one of the most successful combat aircraft in the world at introduction. It is fully capable of engaging surface and aerial targets and is frequently used as a night attack fighter.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s suggested colors.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/72
Skill Level: 2
Length: 9.4”
Wingspan: 6.4”
Parts: 101
- Painting and assembly required
- 7 sprues
- Molded in grey plastic
- One decal sheet
- Optional position canopy
- Clear parts
- Includes two figures
- External stores include AIM-7F Sparrow, AIM-9L Sidewinder, AN/AAS-83 FLIR Pod and AN/ASQ-173 LST/SCAM Pod
- Detailed cockpit interior
- Includes decals and paint guides for the following versions:
- ‘Bengals’, VMFA (AW)-224, USMC, July 1999
- ‘Hawks’, VMFA (AW)-533, USMC, November 1998
- Illustrated instructions and paint guide
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Paint Guide:
White
Black
Red
Silver
Light Gull Grey
Flat Black
Steel
Flesh
Flat White
Aircraft Grey
Burnt Iron
Grey FS 36320
Khaki Green
Clear Red
Clear Blue
Radome
Yellow FS 13538
Light Grey FS 36375
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