{"product_id":"f-14d-super-tomcat-1-72-model-kit-by-hobby-boss","title":"F-14D Super Tomcat 1:72 Model Kit by Hobby Boss","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:72 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurately represents the Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat carrier-based multirole fighter aircraft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed fuselage featuring the distinctive variable-sweep wing design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed cockpit with twin-seat arrangement and instrument panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic twin-engine exhaust nozzles and air intakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurate variable geometry wing mechanism and tail surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed landing gear and undercarriage components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder missile options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic external fuel tanks and weapon pylons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine surface panel lines and engraved details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-moulded plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for modern naval aviation collections, US Navy displays, or Cold War aircraft dioramas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hobby Boss\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1:72\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grumman F-14D Super Tomcat\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for intermediate modellers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Glue Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic sprues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear canopy parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCockpit components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanding gear components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariable-sweep wing parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal fuel tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir-to-air missile components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Aircraft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrumman F-14D Super Tomcat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnited States Navy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evariable-sweep wing system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original F-14A entered service with the US Navy in 1974 and quickly became known for its powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAN\/AWG-9 radar system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and ability to carry the long-range \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAIM-54 Phoenix missile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This combination allowed the Tomcat to engage multiple enemy aircraft at distances far beyond previous naval fighters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF-14D Super Tomcat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e entered service in 1991 and introduced major improvements over earlier variants. It featured upgraded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Electric F110-GE-400 engines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, improved avionics, a modernised cockpit, enhanced radar systems, and improved weapons capability. These upgrades significantly increased the aircraft's speed, reliability, and combat effectiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United States\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntered Service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1991 (F-14D variant)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRole:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carrier-Based Fighter \/ Fleet Defence Interceptor\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grumman Aerospace Corporation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrew:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two General Electric F110-GE-400 afterburning turbofan engines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCannon:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e M61A1 Vulcan 20mm rotary cannon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Speed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately Mach 2.34 (2,485 km\/h \/ 1,544 mph)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRange:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3,200 km (2,000 miles with external fuel)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an unassembled plastic model kit. 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