- The metal parts of the AOA probe enhance the delicacy of the finished model.
About the Actual Aircraft
- The EA-18G Growler is an electronic warfare aircraft developed by the United States Navy as the successor to the Grumman EA-6B Prowler, in operation since 2009.
- It was developed based on the F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter and is operated by a crew of two: a pilot and a Weapons Systems Officer (WSO) in the rear seat.
- The aircraft is equipped with advanced electronic warfare equipment, including the AN/ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming System and the ALQ-227 Communications Jamming System.
- It features two General Electric F414-GE-400 turbofan engines and can reach a top speed close to Mach 1.8.
- In addition to the United States Navy, it is also operated by the Royal Australian Air Force, with over 170 units produced.
About the Model
- This is a plastic model assembly kit that replicates the EA-18G Growler, in operation since 2009, by the United States Navy.
- The kit is produced by Italeri, with a scale of 1/48 and a total length of 381mm when completed.
- Featuring a significant presence and accurately replicated unique form, the model includes metal parts for the AOA probe mounted on both sides of the nose.
- The sharp finish enhances the aircraft’s details, resulting in a realistic model. The metal parts are produced by Master, combining with resin base parts to enable delicate expression.
- This kit provides sufficient details typical of a 1/48 scale model, including the aircraft shape, tandem cockpit layout, landing gear, and storage compartment.
- A masking sheet is included for easy canopy frame painting, enhancing the finish quality.
- Decals for markings are produced by the high-quality Cartograf, featuring two selections from the VAQ-132 Scorpions, known for their scorpion trademark.
Features
- Accurately replicates the U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler in 1/48 scale.
- Includes Italeri-made parts, Japanese instructions by Platz, and original packaging.
- Comes with metal parts representing AOA probes on both sides of the nose.
- Convenient masking seals are included for canopy frame painting.
- Markings are selected from two types of the VAQ-132 Scorpions aircraft, known for the scorpion trademark.
Specification Information
- Plastic Model
- Scale: 1/48
- Completed Size: Approximately 381mm in length
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