Scale Replica Tamiya 60741 - 1/72 Douglas F4D-1 Skyray Military Aircraft Model Kit  [60741]

Overview of the Douglas F4D-1 Skyray story

The Douglas F4D-1 Skyray, later referenced as the F-6 Skyray, was a prominent carrier fighter developed by Douglas Aircraft Company during the Cold War. It recorded an absolute speed of 752.943 mph and was the first United States Navy and Marine Corps fighter to exceed Mach 1 in level flight. The Skyray was the final fighter design by Douglas before the merger with McDonnell Aircraft.

What to expect from the 1/72 Tamiya kit

The Tamiya 1/72 offering allows modellers to recreate the Skyray form with clean lines and scale-appropriate detail. The Tamiya 60741 - 1/72 Douglas F4D-1 Skyray Military Aircraft Model Kit is tailored for hobbyists aiming for a faithful small-scale model of a historic naval aircraft.

Finishing notes and display advice

Careful assembly and accurate painting will bring out the kit's details. Once complete, the model makes a compact but striking addition to a collection, showing off the Skyray delta wing and distinctive nose profile.