Name: F-14D Super Tomcat 1:72 Model Kit by Hobby Boss
Brand: SCH Models
SKU: HBB80278
Price: 23.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

F-14D Super Tomcat 1:72 Model Kit by Hobby Boss

£23.99

Model Features

1:72 scale plastic model kit
Accurately represents the Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat carrier-based multirole fighter aircraft
Detailed fuselage featuring the distinctive variable-sweep wing design
Detailed cockpit with twin-seat arrangement and instrument panels
Realistic twin-engine exhaust nozzles and air intakes
Accurate variable geometry wing mechanism and tail surfaces
Detailed landing gear and undercarriage components
Includes AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder missile options
Realistic external fuel tanks and weapon pylons
Fine surface panel lines and engraved details
Precision-moulded plastic parts
Waterslide decal sheet included
Illustrated assembly instructions
Ideal for modern naval aviation collections, US Navy displays, or Cold War aircraft dioramas

Model Features

Specifications

Brand: Hobby Boss
Scale: 1:72
Subject: Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat
Material: Injection-moulded plastic
Skill Level: Suitable for intermediate modellers
Paint & Glue Required: Yes (sold separately)
Recommended Age: 14+

What's in the Box

Plastic sprues
Clear canopy parts
Cockpit components
Landing gear components
Variable-sweep wing parts
External fuel tanks
Air-to-air missile components
Waterslide decal sheet
Illustrated assembly instructions

History of the Original Aircraft

The Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat was the final production variant of the famous F-14 Tomcat fighter aircraft and represented the peak development of one of the most recognisable naval fighters in aviation history. Designed for the United States Navy, the F-14 was developed as a long-range fleet defence interceptor capable of protecting aircraft carrier battle groups from enemy aircraft and missile threats.

The F-14 was created during the late 1960s as a replacement for the cancelled F-111B naval fighter programme. Grumman designed an advanced aircraft featuring a unique variable-sweep wing system, allowing the aircraft to optimise performance at different speeds. The wings could sweep back during high-speed flight and extend for slower carrier operations, providing excellent manoeuvrability and handling characteristics.

The original F-14A entered service with the US Navy in 1974 and quickly became known for its powerful AN/AWG-9 radar system and ability to carry the long-range AIM-54 Phoenix missile. This combination allowed the Tomcat to engage multiple enemy aircraft at distances far beyond previous naval fighters.

The F-14D Super Tomcat entered service in 1991 and introduced major improvements over earlier variants. It featured upgraded General Electric F110-GE-400 engines, improved avionics, a modernised cockpit, enhanced radar systems, and improved weapons capability. These upgrades significantly increased the aircraft's speed, reliability, and combat effectiveness.

The F-14D retained the Tomcat's impressive weapons capability, including the AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, while also gaining improved air-to-ground capabilities. This allowed it to perform strike missions in addition to its traditional fleet defence role.

The F-14 became internationally famous through its service with US Navy fighter squadrons and its appearance in popular culture. It saw combat operations during conflicts including the Gulf War and Operation Enduring Freedom, where it performed air superiority, reconnaissance, and strike missions.

The F-14D was retired from US Navy service in 2006, replaced by the newer F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. Despite its retirement, the Tomcat remains one of the most iconic fighter aircraft ever built, celebrated for its distinctive design, advanced technology, and legendary role in naval aviation history.