{"product_id":"acd12592","title":"Academy 1\/72 F-35B Lightning II USMC VMFA-242 Bats Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/72 F-35B Lightning II USMC VMFA-242 Bats Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild one of the most advanced military aircraft in modern aviation with the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II USMC VMFA-242 \"Bats\" plastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This detailed aircraft model recreates the short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) variant of the fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II, featuring the distinctive markings of United States Marine Corps Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcademy's 1\/72 scale F-35B captures the stealth fighter's unique airframe, advanced propulsion arrangement, internal weapons bays, and carefully designed low-observable exterior. With selectable conventional-flight and vertical-landing configurations, detailed cockpit components, modern aircraft weapons, and three marking options, this kit offers a detailed modeling project for enthusiasts of contemporary military aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 scale Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II stealth multirole fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic US Marine Corps VMFA-242 \"Bats\" aircraft markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit with multi-part ejection seat and instrument panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 150 gray plastic parts and two clear components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely engraved panel lines and raised stealth aircraft surface details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of conventional-flight or vertical-landing display configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed lift fan assembly with optional open configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeflected engine exhaust nozzle for STOVL operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed internal engine ducting and propulsion components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal weapons bays with optional open or closed doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed landing gear and wheel well assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo AIM-9X Sidewinder air-to-air missiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo AIM-120C AMRAAM air-to-air missiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo GBU-31(V)3 precision-guided bombs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour GBU-38 precision-guided bombs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree aircraft marking options for US Marine Corps and Japanese aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterslide decals and illustrated 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\u003eLockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fifth-generation stealth multirole combat aircraft developed through the Joint Strike Fighter program. Designed to replace several earlier American and allied military aircraft, the F-35 combines low-observable technology, advanced sensors, electronic warfare capabilities, and precision-guided weapons in a single aircraft.\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":67960938397770,"sku":"ACD12592","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-acd12592-01.jpg?v=1794452238","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/acd12592","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}