Academy 1/72 F/A-18E Super Hornet VFA-143 Pukin' Dogs Model Kit
Academy 1/72 F/A-18E Super Hornet VFA-143 Pukin' Dogs Model Kit
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Academy 1/72 F/A-18E Super Hornet VFA-143 Pukin' Dogs Model Kit
Recreate one of the United States Navy's most recognizable modern carrier-based fighter aircraft with the Academy 1/72 Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet VFA-143 "Pukin' Dogs" plastic model kit. Featuring authentic markings for Strike Fighter Squadron 143, this detailed model captures the single-seat F/A-18E Super Hornet, a powerful multirole combat aircraft designed for air superiority, fleet defense, and precision ground attack missions.
Academy's 1/72 scale kit features detailed cockpit components, finely engraved surface details, modern aircraft weapons, and premium Cartograf waterslide decals. Two finishing options reproduce the same VFA-143 aircraft in different operational appearances, including its distinctive blue-tailed CAG markings.
Kit Features
- 1/72 scale Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet single-seat multirole fighter
- Authentic US Navy VFA-143 "Pukin' Dogs" squadron markings
- Detailed cockpit with ejection seat and instrument panel decals
- Finely engraved exterior panel lines and aircraft surface details
- Detailed landing gear and wheel well components
- Clear cockpit canopy
- AIM-9X Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles
- AIM-120 AMRAAM medium-range air-to-air missiles
- GBU-38 precision-guided bombs
- External fuel tanks and underwing stores
- Two aircraft finishing options representing 2008 and 2014
- High-quality Cartograf waterslide decals
- Illustrated assembly instructions and painting guide
- Unassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly
About the Subject
The Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet is a twin-engine, carrier-capable multirole fighter developed to provide the United States Navy with a versatile aircraft capable of performing both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat missions.
Planning Your Build
Read 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.
Assembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.
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