This is a 1/72 F/A Super Hornet Aircraft from Italeri.

     Although it still looks like an F-18, the new F-18E fighter is an almost
totally new aircraft.  The aircraft was developed following the failure and
cancellation of the A-12 and addresses the range and payload shortcomings of
the earlier F-18 models.  The aircraft is not yet in service but will have a
useful life well into the next century.

FEATURES: Detailed 1/72nd scale for static display.
          Markings included for the US Navy/McDonnell-Douglas demonstrator
            aircraft.
          114 parts in light grey and clear with delicate recessed panel lines.
          Accurately reproduced intakes, landing gear, and optional position
            speedbrake.
          Cockpit detail: control yoke, instrument panel, and 1-piece ejection
            seat.
          Optional ordnance includes a selection of missiles.
          Canopy may be posed open or closed.

MARKING
OPTIONS:  One decal sheet with one marking option.
          Decal and Color Options:
            F/A-18E, US Navy Demo A/C, BuNo. 165164.
            Top: Dark Ghost Grey (FS36320); Bottom: Light Ghost Grey (FS36375).
          Additional Paints Required:
            Flat: Black, White, Aluminum, Yellow, Olive Drab, Dark Grey.
            Gloss: Silver, Gun Metal, Red, Green, White, Steel.

INCLUDES: One 1/72 F/A-18 Super Hornet Aircraft

REQUIRES: Hobby Knife
          Paint (see MARKING OPTIONS)
          Brushes
          Sandpaper
          Liquid Plastic Cement
          White Glue
          CA or Tube Type (thick) Plastic Cement
          Nice-to-have tools: Needle File Set, Sprue Cutter, Airbrush and
            Associated Accessories

SPECS:    Scale:    1/72
          Wingspan: 7-1/2" (19cm)
          Length:   9"     (22.8cm)
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