64298 Model Set F/A-18E Super Hornet The new F/A-18E Super Hornet is the latest US Navy fighter and strike aircraft and replaces both the F-14 and the F/A-18C. Shortly after going into service with the first squadrons in 2002 it was flying successful combat missions during Operation Enduring Freedom and in Iraq. By the use of JDAM and laser-guided bombs it can attack enemy targets much more accurately and also has an extensive arsenal of guided missiles of the latest generation. The F/A-18E is in practice a completely new aircraft: the whole fuselage is 30% larger than that of the F/A-18C. Further modifications include more powerful engines, 33% more fuel capacity and a longer range. The operating radius when on the attack is 40% greater than that of its predecessor. 8 tonnes of weapons and fuel tanks together with ECM pods can be carried on 11 hardpoints. Model-details: - New mould - Surface details with recessed panel lines - Detailed cockpit with instrument panel - Detailed ejector seat - Detailed landing gear bays - Detailed landing gear - 6 underwing and ventral pylons - ECM pods - 2 GBU-31 pods - 2 Mk 83 bombs - 2 AIM-9x missiles - 2 AIM-120C missiles - 3 auxiliary tanks - Detailed access ladder - Decals with 2 US Navy versions: VFA-137 "Kestrels" and VFA-105 "Gunslingers" Model details Scale 1:72 No. of parts 91 Length 253 mm Wingspan 187 mm Skill Level 4 Original details Type description Fighter and combat aircraft Year/Period 1990 Origin USA Engine capacity 2 x 9978 kp Speed 1914 km/h Unless stated as included, any reference to paints, glues and accessories is the suggestion of the manufacturer, and these are available from our shop at normal prices (with discounted postage if bought together.) |