1/48 Grumman F-14A Tomcat (late model) Carrier Launch Set
$87.00
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■Product Description
[Recreate the launch scene with numerous dedicated parts, including the main wings! !] From its deployment in 1973 until its retirement in 2006, the US Navy's F-14 Tomcat flew as the world's most powerful carrier-based fighter jet. Developed as a fleet air defense fighter combining powerful radar and long-range missiles, the F-14A was the first mass-produced model and the most widely produced. The A model underwent various improvements to its airframe during its long operational period. F-14As from the late 1980s onward, classified as later models, were equipped with more reliable engines and featured a telephoto camera pod (AN/AXX-1 TCS) under the nose to enable magnified viewing of long-range targets. Furthermore, an AN/ALQ-126 ECM antenna was added to the underside of the wing globe to jam enemy radar waves. Some aircraft were modified to operate TARPS (Tactical Aerial Reconnaissance Pod System) equipped with three types of cameras. Furthermore, modifications to give it ground attack capabilities began in the early 1990s, allowing it to carry conventional bombs under the fuselage. Later, by equipping it with the AN/AAQ-25 Lantern target designation pod, it also became capable of operating laser-guided bombs, and the F-14A supported the U.S. Navy as a multirole fighter capable of performing various missions. When an F-14 takes off from an aircraft carrier, it requires the assistance of a steam catapult. It is connected to the catapult in a forward-leaning attitude with its nose down, its variable wings are extended to their furthest forward position, and its leading-edge slats and flaps are fully down in preparation for takeoff. The takeoff operation is supported by many flight deck personnel, and among them, the catapult officer (shooter) plays a crucial role in directing the catapult launch operation and giving the final order for takeoff.
■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Item No: 61122
Scale: 1/48
JAN: 4950344611225
■Notes
The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.
★Total length 398mm, total width 408mm. In addition to parts that are indispensable for recreating the F-14 just before launch from the catapult, such as the main wings with the control surfaces activated and the retracted nose gear struts, a paper sheet that realistically represents the aircraft carrier's flight deck is also provided, allowing you to enjoy a tense launch scene. ★Two types of catapult spreaders (shuttle) that attach to the nose gear struts can be selected. ★The main spar parts supporting the left and right wings are made of robust, one-piece molded material. ★The features of the later model, such as the camera-equipped chin pod and electronic warfare antenna, are faithfully modeled. ★A wide variety of armament is included, including conventional bombs, laser-guided bombs, lantern pods, reconnaissance camera pods, and later model air-to-air missiles. ★The ejection seat, main instrument panel, and side consoles are also reproduced in full detail as in the later A model. ★Two crew figures wearing later model equipment are included.
1/48 Grumman F-14A Tomcat (late model) Carrier Launch Set
$87.00
[Recreate the launch scene with numerous dedicated parts, including the main wings! !] From its deployment in 1973 until its retirement in 2006, the US Navy's F-14 Tomcat flew as the world's most powerful carrier-based fighter jet. Developed as a fleet air defense fighter combining powerful radar and long-range missiles, the F-14A was the first mass-produced model and the most widely produced. The A model underwent various improvements to its airframe during its long operational period. F-14As from the late 1980s onward, classified as later models, were equipped with more reliable engines and featured a telephoto camera pod (AN/AXX-1 TCS) under the nose to enable magnified viewing of long-range targets. Furthermore, an AN/ALQ-126 ECM antenna was added to the underside of the wing globe to jam enemy radar waves. Some aircraft were modified to operate TARPS (Tactical Aerial Reconnaissance Pod System) equipped with three types of cameras. Furthermore, modifications to give it ground attack capabilities began in the early 1990s, allowing it to carry conventional bombs under the fuselage. Later, by equipping it with the AN/AAQ-25 Lantern target designation pod, it also became capable of operating laser-guided bombs, and the F-14A supported the U.S. Navy as a multirole fighter capable of performing various missions. When an F-14 takes off from an aircraft carrier, it requires the assistance of a steam catapult. It is connected to the catapult in a forward-leaning attitude with its nose down, its variable wings are extended to their furthest forward position, and its leading-edge slats and flaps are fully down in preparation for takeoff. The takeoff operation is supported by many flight deck personnel, and among them, the catapult officer (shooter) plays a crucial role in directing the catapult launch operation and giving the final order for takeoff.
■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Item No: 61122
Scale: 1/48
JAN: 4950344611225
■Notes
The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.
★Total length 398mm, total width 408mm. In addition to parts that are indispensable for recreating the F-14 just before launch from the catapult, such as the main wings with the control surfaces activated and the retracted nose gear struts, a paper sheet that realistically represents the aircraft carrier's flight deck is also provided, allowing you to enjoy a tense launch scene. ★Two types of catapult spreaders (shuttle) that attach to the nose gear struts can be selected. ★The main spar parts supporting the left and right wings are made of robust, one-piece molded material. ★The features of the later model, such as the camera-equipped chin pod and electronic warfare antenna, are faithfully modeled. ★A wide variety of armament is included, including conventional bombs, laser-guided bombs, lantern pods, reconnaissance camera pods, and later model air-to-air missiles. ★The ejection seat, main instrument panel, and side consoles are also reproduced in full detail as in the later A model. ★Two crew figures wearing later model equipment are included.