{"product_id":"acd12534","title":"Academy 1\/72 F\/A-18C Hornet US Navy VFA-82 Marauders Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/72 F\/A-18C Hornet US Navy VFA-82 Marauders Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate a distinctive United States Navy carrier-based fighter with the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 1\/72 McDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet VFA-82 \"Marauders\" plastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This special edition release features the striking markings of Strike Fighter Squadron 82, including the famous eagle-themed artwork carried by the squadron's aircraft during its final years of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F\/A-18C Hornet became one of the most versatile combat aircraft in American naval aviation, combining air superiority, fleet defense, and precision ground attack capabilities in a single carrier-capable aircraft. Academy's detailed 1\/72 scale kit captures the Hornet's distinctive twin-engine design, twin vertical stabilizers, and modern weapons configuration, making it a detailed addition to any US Navy aircraft collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 scale McDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet multirole fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial edition US Navy VFA-82 \"Marauders\" aircraft markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive eagle-themed squadron artwork and colorful tail markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit interior and ejection seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely engraved exterior panel lines and rivet details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional open or closed cockpit canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed landing gear and wheel well assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositionable horizontal stabilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional open or closed dorsal speed brake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAIM-9 Sidewinder and AIM-7 Sparrow air-to-air missiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGBU-12 Paveway II precision-guided bombs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal fuel tanks and additional aircraft stores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality Cartograf waterslide 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\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F\/A-18 Hornet\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed as a versatile carrier-based combat aircraft for the United States Navy and Marine Corps. Designed to perform both fighter and attack missions, the Hornet combined maneuverability, advanced avionics, and an extensive selection of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons.\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":67960938037322,"sku":"ACD12534","price":26.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-acd12534-01.jpg?v=1794452232","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/acd12534","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}