Tamiya f-35c lightning ii 1:72 scale model kit

This model kit recreates the state-of-the-art f-35c lightning ii in easy to manage and display 1/72 scale. It inherits many of the detailed features first seen in our 1/48 scale release. Thanks to extensive research on the full-size subject, the c variant of the lockheed martin f-35 lightning ii model is poised to be the definitive model in 1/72 scale!

about the f-35c
the f-35c is a carrier-based variant designed for catapult-assisted take-off, barrier arrested recovery operations from aircraft carriers. Compared to the f-35a, the f-35c features larger wings with foldable wing tip sections, larger control surfaces for improved low-speed control, stronger landing gear for the stresses of carrier arrested landings, a twin-wheel nose gear, and a stronger tailhook for use with carrier arrestor cables. The larger wing area allows for decreased landing speed while increasing both range and payload.
 

what's in the box:

• plastic model assembly kit
• decal sheet
• instruction manual
• paint guide

specifications: 

• this is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit.
• the f-35c has larger wings and horizontal stabilizers than other f-35 variants for slower aircraft carrier landings.
• choose one of the two assembly options: extended or folded wingtips.
• features newly molded parts to recreate the reinforced nose landing gear with dual tires and rigid main landing gear, and tires.
• landing gear bay features realistic details such as ribs and pipes.
• fine recreations of radar absorbent material (ram) are molded into fuselage surfaces.
• features a realistic rendering of the lower fuselage gun pod. (the gun pod is not attached if using rcs enhancers. )
• features realistic renderings of the following sections:
  • y- shaped air intake duct for highly advanced stealth characteristics
  • cockpit and landing gear bays
  • martin-baker us16e ejection seat
  • engine nozzle (1-piece)
  • rcs (radar cross section) enhancers affixed to top during basic training exercises, but not in live action or more complex exercises.
• clear parts recreate canopy and electro-optical targeting system (eots) fairing under the nose.
• includes parts to recreate aim-9x sidewinder x2.
• masking stickers for the canopy and a realistically recreated seated pilot figure with helmet-mounted display (hmd) included.
• comes with decals to depict 6 marking options (3 from united states navy and 3 from united states marine corps. ).

item dimensions - without packaging:

• fuselage length (cm) = 21. 8
• wingspan (cm) = 18. 2