Description
The AV-8B Harrier II is a family of second-generation vertical/short take-off and landing, or V/STOL, ground-attack aircraft of the late 20th century. It is primarily used for light attack or multi-role tasks, typically operated from small aircraft carriers and large amphibious assault ships. The AV-8B is used by the United States Marine Corps. The British Harrier GR7/GR9 versions are used by the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy. Versions are also used by the NATO countries Spain and Italy. The first AV-8B Harrier IIs produced were commonly known as the Day Attack variant and are no longer in service. Most were upgraded to Night Attack Harrier or Harrier II Plus standards, with the remainder being withdrawn from service. The Harrier II Plus is equipped with the AN/APG-65 radar system, improving the aircraft’s close air support and air-to-air capabilities and allowing it to carry AMRAAM ordnance that can knock out enemy planes well beyond visible range.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s suggested colors.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/72
Skill Level: 2
Length: 7.8”
Wingspan: 5.1”
Parts: 87
- Painting and assembly required
- 13 sprues
- Molded in grey plastic
- Poly caps
- Clear parts
- One decal sheet
- Detailed cockpit interior
- Optional gun pod installation
- External fuel tank
- Includes decals and paint guides for the following versions:
- US Marines, VMA-542 ‘Flying Tigers’
- US Marines, VMA-231 ‘Ace of Spades’
- Illustrated instructions and paint guide
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Paint Guide:
White
Silver
Flat Black
Steel
Clear Blue
Clear Red
Khaki Green
Burnt Iron
Tire Black
Grey FS 36231
Radome
Grey FS 36320
Grey FS 36375
Grey Blue FS 35237
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