Tamiya 60305 1/32 McDonnell-Douglas F-4C/D Phantom II Aircraft Kit  [60305]

Tamiya 60305 - 1/32 McDonnell-Douglas F-4C/D Phantom II
Price:
£48.89
Brand:
Tamiya
Model:
60305
GTIN:
4950344603053
Condition:
Brand New
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Marking the Legacy of the F-4C/D Phantom II

The McDonnell-Douglas F-4 Phantom II first flew in May 1958 and went on to serve in multiple key roles across many air arms. Its multi-role capability—from interception to reconnaissance and strike—made it a defining design of its generation, notably active during Vietnam-era operations.

Historical Context and Flight Performance

Throughout the 1960s and 70s the Phantom demonstrated exceptional speed, service ceiling and operational range against contemporaries. These attributes underpinned its widespread use and long service life in a range of operational environments.

Construction Notes and Finished Look

The Tamiya 1/32 kit captures the Phantom's lines with refined moulding and surface detailing. Components come in light grey plastic and support builds of either the C or D variant. A complete weapons load, metal landing gear and synthetic-rubber tyres are provided to enhance realism in the completed model.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/32
  • Material: Plastic with die-cast metal components
  • Includes detailed pilot figures
  • Functional canopy and landing gear
  • Comprehensive decal set for authentic detailing
Applying subtle weathering on panel lines, using washes and light chipping will bring out detail and make the model appear more lifelike.
The instruction sheets provide stepwise assembly for either the F-4C or F-4D layout, with callouts for variant-specific parts and decal placement.
Yes, the canopy is functional and can be assembled in the open position to showcase cockpit detail if desired.
Depending on your build and paint layers, a small amount of nose weight may help achieve stable display balance, especially with external stores fitted.

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