{"product_id":"u-s-a-f-fairchild-republic-a-10a-thunderbolt-ii-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"U.S.A.F. Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of the most recognisable modern combat aircraft with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya U.S.A.F. Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the famous \"Warthog\", featuring a detailed cockpit, realistic landing gear, the distinctive GAU-8 30mm cannon and a wide range of weapons options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith excellent mould quality, authentic surface details and multiple marking options, this kit is ideal for modern aviation enthusiasts, military modellers and collectors looking to add one of the world's most iconic close air support aircraft to their collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAircraft: Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: Approx. 345mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed cockpit and pilot figure included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed GAU-8 30mm cannon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple weapons and external stores included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive marking options included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\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 model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePilot figure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeapons and external stores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet with five marking options\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\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed during the early 1970s to meet the United States Air Force's requirement for a dedicated close air support aircraft. Designed around the needs of ground forces, the A-10 was built to operate close to the battlefield while providing powerful and accurate fire support against armoured vehicles and enemy positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many fast jets designed primarily for air combat, the A-10 was engineered for durability, low-speed manoeuvrability and long loiter times over combat areas. Its heavily armoured cockpit, redundant systems and rugged airframe allowed it to continue operating even after sustaining significant battle damage. These features earned the aircraft its famous nickname, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Warthog\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, from pilots and ground crews.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe A-10's most distinctive feature is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGAU-8\/A Avenger 30mm rotary cannon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a powerful weapon mounted directly in the aircraft's nose and designed specifically for destroying heavily armoured targets. In addition to its cannon, the aircraft can carry a wide variety of bombs, missiles and external fuel tanks, giving it exceptional flexibility across a range of missions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe A-10 first entered service with the USAF in 1977 and saw extensive combat use during \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation Desert Storm in 1991\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where it demonstrated its effectiveness in destroying Iraqi armoured vehicles and providing close air support for coalition ground forces. It has since continued to serve in conflicts including operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite being designed for a specific Cold War battlefield role, the A-10 has remained highly valued due to its reliability, survivability and ability to provide direct support to troops on the ground. Its distinctive appearance and combat record have made it one of the most famous military aircraft of the modern era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue, paints, and modelling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended for experienced beginners and above due to the small parts and detailed assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60211606421838,"sku":"61028","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/61028_001.jpg?v=1784931577","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/u-s-a-f-fairchild-republic-a-10a-thunderbolt-ii-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}