Tamiya 1/72 Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II Plastic Model Kit

Build the carrier-based variant of the world's advanced fifth-generation fighter with the Tamiya 1/72 Lockheed Martin F-35C Lightning II. Drawing on extensive research of the full-size aircraft, this highly detailed plastic assembly kit captures the F-35C's distinctive stealth shaping, enlarged wings and foldable wingtips in an easy-to-display 1/72 scale.

Please note this is an unassembled plastic model kit requiring assembly; paints, cement and hobby tools are not included and are required to complete the model.

The F-35C was developed for carrier operations and differs from the F-35A and F-35B with its larger wings and horizontal stabilizers, folding outer wing sections, reinforced landing gear, launch bar and arresting hook. The larger wing area helps reduce landing speed while increasing range and payload, making the C variant particularly suited to carrier operations.

Special Features

• 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit
• Low-observability F-35C form accurately captured
• Fine raised RAM panel detail moulded into the fuselage surfaces
• Wingtips can be assembled extended or folded
• Reinforced nose landing gear with dual wheels and launch bar accurately reproduced
• Detailed landing gear bays with ribs and pipework
• Canopy can be assembled open or closed
• Detailed cockpit with Martin-Baker US16E ejection seat
• Realistically reproduced Y-shaped air intake duct
• One-piece engine nozzle
• Lower-fuselage 25mm gun pod included
• Clear parts reproduce the canopy and EOTS fairing
• Two AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles included
• One seated pilot figure with Helmet-Mounted Display included
• Canopy masking stickers included
• Six marking options: three U.S. Navy and three U.S. Marine Corps

What's in the Box

• Plastic model kit components
• Two AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles
• One seated pilot figure with Helmet-Mounted Display
• Canopy masking stickers
• Decals for six marking options
• Assembly instructions

What You'll Need

• Plastic cement
• Paints
• Finishing supplies

Why You'll Love It

This F-35C is an excellent choice for modellers who want a modern military aircraft with an impressive combination of stealth detail and carrier-specific features. The choice of folded or extended wingtips, open or closed canopy, detailed landing gear and six marking options makes it particularly versatile as a display model.