Tamiya 1:48 F-35B Lightning II

Developed under the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program , the F-35 integrates multiple functions into its design and there are three types: the F-35A conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) aircraft, the F-35B short takeoff, vertical landing (STOVL), and the F-35C carrier takeoff and landing (CV). The F-35B was developed as a successor of the AV- 8B Harrier II.

Features:

- Scale: 1:48
- Plastic model kit (unassembled)
- Build kit in one of three ways; Parked, Short takeoff, and Vertical landing
- Assemble with one three ordnance patterns – stealth mode, air-to-air mode, and beast mode
- The lift fan depicted with ergonomic parts breakdown is integrated with nose landing gear bay
- The inside fan shape is realistically rendered
- The variable vane under lift fan can be depicted at different angles
- Shorter fuselage weapon bays compared to the F-35A are newly moulded and have detailed depictions of cables
- Includes stand for depicting vertical landing
- Martin Baker US16E ejection seat depicted in detail
- Open or closed canopy
- Extended or retracted boarding ladder
- Masking stickers for the canopy
- Pilot figure included
- Engine nozzel is broken down into five separate pieces for detail
Model Dimensions [cm]: 29.5 x 40 x 10

Requires:

- Assembly
- Cement (glue)
- Hobby knife
- Sprue cutters
- Paint

This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue, paint and tools sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.