TAMIYA Grumman F-14D Tomcat 1:48 Aircraft Model Kit 61118

Following on from our successful 1/48 model of the F-14A in 2016, Tamiya is delighted to announce a new Tomcat in the 1/48 Aircraft Series: the F-14D, an updated version of the aircraft that served until the Tomcat was withdrawn from Navy service in 2006. It featured an improved engine in the shape of the General Electric F110, and the aircraft’s transition from the earlier carrier-based fighter models to the F-14D multi-role aircraft was facilitated by digital updates to radar and fire control systems. Some F-14Ds were newly-constructed, while conversions from F-14As also existed. Take this chance to add a multi-role legend to your collection of 1/48 scale aircraft models!

• This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 398mm, wingspan: 408mm (with variable sweep wing in fully forward position).
• Tamiya designers spent many hours close up with real aircraft to obtain a highly accurate end product.
• Captures F-14D-specific features such as the engine afterburner nozzles, vertical stabilizers and even minute panel lines.
• A detailed cockpit includes depictions of updated instrument panels and ejection seats.
• Model parts depict late variants of Phoenix, Sparrow and Sidewinder air-to-air missiles. Also included are parts for drop tank, laser- and GPS-guided bombs, LANTIRN targeting pod, TARPS reconnaissance pod and jamming pod – a comprehensive line-up.
• Features moving depiction of variable sweep wing. 2 sets of parts – interchangeable after completion – depict sealing plates and air bags with wing in fully swept and fully forward positions.
• Slide moulding was used to ensure highly realistic canopy, air intake side and fuselage side sections.
• Poly caps allow movement of horizontal stabilizers.
• Comes with realistic figures depicting pilot and RIO (Radar Intercept Officer) in seated pose.
• Includes high-quality decals to realize 4 (planned) marking options, plus a handy set of masking stickers for use when painting the canopy.

The model captures updated engine nozzle forms with the accuracy modellers have come to expect from Tamiya.
A wide range of ordnance includes AIM-9L/M sidewinders, AIM-7F Sparrows, AIM-54C Phoenix, laser- and GPS-guided bombs, plus LANTIRN pod.
Features realistic depictions of the Martin-Baker SJU-17(V) NACES ejection seats used in F-14D aircraft.