1:72 USN F-4J "Showtime 100"

USN F-4J Phantom II Showtime 100 1:72 (Academy)

Plastic kit of the American carrier-based F-4J Phantom II fighter in 1:72 scale from the Korean brand Academy. The model has finely engraved surfaces, clean moldings without flash and a rich choice of decals. It represents the famous aircraft marked Showtime 100 from squadron VF-96. For the exact contents of the box and any extras, follow the information on the package.

The real subject

The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II was a two-seat twin-engine supersonic fighter and one of the most significant combat aircraft of the Cold War. The F-4J version served with the US Navy. The aircraft Showtime 100 from squadron VF-96 became famous on 10 May 1972 over Vietnam, when its crew shot down several enemy MiGs and became the first US Navy aces of the war. It carries the kill markings on its vertical tail.

Building and painting tips

Glue the parts with thin cement for plastic and fine-tune the cockpit before you close up the fuselage. Navy Phantoms carried light gray undersides and white or gray upper surfaces; spray them with an airbrush and give the model a gloss clear coat before the decals so that no silvering appears. Pick out the panel lines with a light wash.

Who the model is for

• For collectors of jet fighters in 1:72 scale
• For fans of US Navy aircraft and of the Vietnam War
• For modelers who want the famous Showtime 100 aircraft
• For beginners and advanced modelers alike

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.