{"product_id":"acd12521","title":"Academy 1\/72 F-8E Crusader USN VF-162 The Hunters Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/72 F-8E Crusader USN VF-162 The Hunters Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate one of the United States Navy's most recognizable supersonic carrier-based fighters with the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Vought F-8E Crusader VF-162 \"The Hunters\" plastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Famous for its performance, powerful cannon armament, and distinctive variable-incidence wing, the F-8 Crusader became an important American naval fighter during the Cold War and Vietnam War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis detailed 1\/72 scale aircraft model represents the F-8E Crusader operated by US Navy Fighter Squadron 162, known as \"The Hunters.\" Featuring accurately reproduced panel lines, cockpit detailing, positionable aircraft components, and authentic US Navy squadron markings, this Academy kit offers a detailed building project for military aviation enthusiasts and modelers of Vietnam-era carrier aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 scale Vought F-8E Crusader supersonic naval fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic US Navy VF-162 \"The Hunters\" squadron markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit interior and ejection seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely recessed panel lines and aircraft surface details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable-incidence wing with raised or lowered display options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate leading-edge wing flaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional open or closed air brake configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed landing gear assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositionable tail hook and horizontal stabilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAIM-9B Sidewinder air-to-air missiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZuni rocket launcher and Mk.82 Snakeye bomb options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterslide decals with two historical US Navy aircraft marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Cartograf decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Subject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVought F-8 Crusader\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed during the 1950s as a high-performance, carrier-based fighter for the United States Navy. First flown in 1955, the Crusader was designed to provide American naval aviation with a supersonic fighter capable of intercepting enemy aircraft and maintaining air superiority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the marking guide before selecting colors. Dry-fit the major airframe parts and plan cockpit painting before closing the fuselage. Paints, masking materials and tools can be selected to suit the finish you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft-1-72\"\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-jet-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy Jet Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind finishing materials in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003eMega Hobby Paint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67960937939018,"sku":"ACD12521","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-acd12521-01.jpg?v=1794452230","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/acd12521","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}