Description
[Model Specifications]
The F-8 Crusader was one of the first true supersonic carrier-based fighter aircraft to be developed.
In Year 1952, the U.S. Navy was modernizing its carrier fighter force.
From all the proposals, the new F-8 Crusader stood out and won the competition, it's maiden flight taking place on March 25th 1955.
The design of the F-8 was unique in that the pitch of the entire wing could be adjusted in flight (up to +7°) to allow for a proper angle of approach at low speeds.
This was necessary for carrier landings, The Crusader had a very impressive combat record with the Navy and Marine Corps in Vietnam, and was nicknamed "the Mig killer" because of its numerous victories over these jets.
In fact, the F-8 shot down 14 Mig-17s and 4 Mig-21s during the Vietnam war.
The F-8E variant was produced as a mutli-role attack fighter with an improved engine, new radar, and underwing pylons to carry up to two AGM-12 Bullpup missiles.
Item Number: 03453
Item Name: Heinkel He 60
Bar Code: 9580208034539
Scale: 1:700 Scale
Item Type: Static Kit
Model Brief: Length: 16.5 mm Wingspan: 19.2 mm
Total Parts: 72 pcs.
Metal Parts: N/A
Photo Etched Parts: N/A
Film Parts: N/A
Resin Parts: N/A
Total Sprues: 6 Sprues per set
Released Date: Year 2011 - 03
More Features: 2 clear a/c each sprue, total 12 a/c
