Franklin Mint 98094 1:48 McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II USAF Phantom Pharewell 1963-1996
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A particularly distinctive and substantial 1:48 scale diecast representation of the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II, presented in Franklin Mint's special United States Air Force “Phantom Pharewell 1963-1996” commemorative colour scheme. Released within the Franklin Mint / Armour Collection under catalogue number 98094, also identified as B11B176, this unusual collector model celebrates more than three decades of Phantom operations with the United States Air Force.
Rather than reproducing a conventional frontline squadron aircraft, this Franklin Mint release uses a dedicated commemorative presentation scheme. The fuselage carries the prominent inscription “1963 PHAREWELL 1996”, marking the period celebrated by the model and immediately distinguishing it from the numerous operational Phantom schemes represented elsewhere in the Armour Collection.
No reliable historic serial number or individual USAF squadron attribution has been identified for this particular Franklin Mint colour scheme. Surviving catalogues consistently describe 98094 simply as the USAF “1963-1996 Pharewell” Phantom. It is therefore best regarded as a commemorative representation of the Phantom's USAF career rather than a model of one specifically documented operational airframe.
The presentation combines an overall military grey finish with vivid red areas across the fin, stabilisers and wings. Large commemorative fuselage lettering is complemented by contrasting markings and distinctive shark-mouth artwork around the forward fuselage, giving the aircraft a dramatically different appearance from a standard operational Phantom.
The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II first flew during 1958 and subsequently became one of the most important Western combat aircraft of the Cold War. Originally developed as a fleet-defence fighter for the United States Navy, its exceptional performance and versatility led to adoption by the United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force.
USAF Phantoms served in interceptor, air-superiority, strike, reconnaissance and suppression-of-enemy-air-defence roles. Successive F-4C, F-4D, F-4E and specialised F-4G variants ensured that the basic design remained an important component of American tactical aviation for more than three decades.
The Phantom became particularly closely associated with the Vietnam War, where it undertook both air-to-air and ground-attack missions. Later versions continued serving through the final decades of the Cold War, with specialised F-4G Wild Weasel aircraft remaining operational into the 1990s.
Powered by two General Electric J79 turbojet engines, the Phantom combined high speed with an exceptionally heavy weapons load. Its distinctive tandem cockpit, sharply swept wings, anhedral tailplanes and prominent engine intakes created a silhouette which became instantly recognisable to generations of military aviation enthusiasts.
This retired Franklin Mint / Armour Collection release has considerable display presence in its large 1:48 scale. Heavyweight diecast construction is combined with a detailed tandem cockpit, authentic USAF insignia, bright commemorative markings, detailed landing gear and external stores, while the unusual Phantom Pharewell scheme makes 98094 particularly distinctive among Franklin Mint's numerous F-4 releases.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Franklin Mint / Armour Collection
Series: Armour Collection / Precision Models
Scale: 1:48
Model Code/MPN: 98094
Alternative Reference: B11B176
Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II
Scheme: Phantom Pharewell 1963-1996
Operator/Country: United States Air Force / United States
Specific Airframe: No reliable individual serial attribution identified
Specific Unit: Commemorative USAF scheme rather than an identified squadron aircraft
Commemorated Period: 1963-1996
Role: Commemorative representation of the USAF F-4 Phantom II
Aircraft Roles: Fighter, interceptor, strike aircraft and specialised Wild Weasel platform
Status: Retired collector model
Country of Manufacture: China
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components
Special Features: Distinctive grey commemorative finish, bright red wing and tail panels, “1963 PHAREWELL 1996” fuselage titles, shark-mouth nose artwork, USAF markings, detailed tandem cockpit, external stores and detailed landing gear
Dimensions
Length: Approximately 14.5" or 36.8 cm
Width (Wingspan): Approximately 10" or 25.4 cm
Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)
Paintwork
- Some clustered areas of small paint bubbling are present around the nose.
- Paint peeling is present along one side of the engine inlet edge.
Marks & Finish
- A fine line mark is present on the topside of the horizontal stabiliser, which is more or less visible depending on the lighting and viewing angle.
- Some additional minor marks are present in places.
Completeness
- Comes with a separately included pitot tube for the nose. This comes separate from factory and is not from a breakage.
Overall
- The model is in very good condition overall despite the noted cosmetic imperfections.
- All noted areas are visible in the listing images for clear observation before purchasing.
- The model still displays very well overall.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition overall, with more noticeable shelf wear present.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
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A particularly distinctive and substantial 1:48 scale diecast representation of the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II, presented in Franklin Mint's special United States Air Force “Phantom Pharewell 1963-1996” commemorative colour scheme. Released within the Franklin Mint / Armour Collection under catalogue number 98094, also identified as B11B176, this unusual collector model celebrates more than three decades of Phantom operations with the United States Air Force.
Rather than reproducing a conventional frontline squadron aircraft, this Franklin Mint release uses a dedicated commemorative presentation scheme. The fuselage carries the prominent inscription “1963 PHAREWELL 1996”, marking the period celebrated by the model and immediately distinguishing it from the numerous operational Phantom schemes represented elsewhere in the Armour Collection.
No reliable historic serial number or individual USAF squadron attribution has been identified for this particular Franklin Mint colour scheme. Surviving catalogues consistently describe 98094 simply as the USAF “1963-1996 Pharewell” Phantom. It is therefore best regarded as a commemorative representation of the Phantom's USAF career rather than a model of one specifically documented operational airframe.
The presentation combines an overall military grey finish with vivid red areas across the fin, stabilisers and wings. Large commemorative fuselage lettering is complemented by contrasting markings and distinctive shark-mouth artwork around the forward fuselage, giving the aircraft a dramatically different appearance from a standard operational Phantom.
The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II first flew during 1958 and subsequently became one of the most important Western combat aircraft of the Cold War. Originally developed as a fleet-defence fighter for the United States Navy, its exceptional performance and versatility led to adoption by the United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force.
USAF Phantoms served in interceptor, air-superiority, strike, reconnaissance and suppression-of-enemy-air-defence roles. Successive F-4C, F-4D, F-4E and specialised F-4G variants ensured that the basic design remained an important component of American tactical aviation for more than three decades.
The Phantom became particularly closely associated with the Vietnam War, where it undertook both air-to-air and ground-attack missions. Later versions continued serving through the final decades of the Cold War, with specialised F-4G Wild Weasel aircraft remaining operational into the 1990s.
Powered by two General Electric J79 turbojet engines, the Phantom combined high speed with an exceptionally heavy weapons load. Its distinctive tandem cockpit, sharply swept wings, anhedral tailplanes and prominent engine intakes created a silhouette which became instantly recognisable to generations of military aviation enthusiasts.
This retired Franklin Mint / Armour Collection release has considerable display presence in its large 1:48 scale. Heavyweight diecast construction is combined with a detailed tandem cockpit, authentic USAF insignia, bright commemorative markings, detailed landing gear and external stores, while the unusual Phantom Pharewell scheme makes 98094 particularly distinctive among Franklin Mint's numerous F-4 releases.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Franklin Mint / Armour Collection
Series: Armour Collection / Precision Models
Scale: 1:48
Model Code/MPN: 98094
Alternative Reference: B11B176
Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II
Scheme: Phantom Pharewell 1963-1996
Operator/Country: United States Air Force / United States
Specific Airframe: No reliable individual serial attribution identified
Specific Unit: Commemorative USAF scheme rather than an identified squadron aircraft
Commemorated Period: 1963-1996
Role: Commemorative representation of the USAF F-4 Phantom II
Aircraft Roles: Fighter, interceptor, strike aircraft and specialised Wild Weasel platform
Status: Retired collector model
Country of Manufacture: China
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components
Special Features: Distinctive grey commemorative finish, bright red wing and tail panels, “1963 PHAREWELL 1996” fuselage titles, shark-mouth nose artwork, USAF markings, detailed tandem cockpit, external stores and detailed landing gear
Dimensions
Length: Approximately 14.5" or 36.8 cm
Width (Wingspan): Approximately 10" or 25.4 cm
Model Condition - Very Good (7/10)
Paintwork
- Some clustered areas of small paint bubbling are present around the nose.
- Paint peeling is present along one side of the engine inlet edge.
Marks & Finish
- A fine line mark is present on the topside of the horizontal stabiliser, which is more or less visible depending on the lighting and viewing angle.
- Some additional minor marks are present in places.
Completeness
- Comes with a separately included pitot tube for the nose. This comes separate from factory and is not from a breakage.
Overall
- The model is in very good condition overall despite the noted cosmetic imperfections.
- All noted areas are visible in the listing images for clear observation before purchasing.
- The model still displays very well overall.
Box condition - Very Good (7/10)
- The box is in very good condition overall, with more noticeable shelf wear present.
Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.
Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Grading Criteria
Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.
Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.
Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.
Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.
Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.
Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.
Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.
Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.
If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.
For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.
Holiday dispatch update
We are currently away on holiday until Friday, 2 October. Orders can still be placed as normal. Dispatch resumes on Monday, 5 October. Please see below for further general information.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.
If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.
UK Delivery
-
Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.
-
Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.
-
Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
-
Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.
-
Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.
Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.
If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.
If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.
We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.
Returns
You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.
Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.
We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.
To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.
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