{"product_id":"franklin-mint-armour-98003-1-48-f-4j-phantom-ii-usmc-vmfa-232-red-devils-issues","title":"Franklin Mint Armour 98003 1:48 F-4J Phantom II USMC VMFA-232 Red Devils *ISSUES*","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA magnificent, heavyweight 1:48 scale diecast masterpiece honoring the oldest and most decorated fighter squadron in the Marine Corps.\u003c\/strong\u003e This premium model by Franklin Mint under the Armour Collection (98003) replicates the iconic McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II (Serial 155801) as flown by the US Marine Corps' Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232 (VMFA-232), famously known as the \"Red Devils\". Based out of MCAS Miramar, California, the highly decorated squadron deployed the versatile F-4 extensively during the Vietnam War, where it served as the principal air superiority fighter for the USAF, USN, and USMC before transitioning heavily into late-war ground-attack and aerial reconnaissance roles. The F-4 Phantom II platform continued to form a core pillar of US military air power throughout the 1970s and 1980s, remaining in service up through the 1991 Gulf War before completely leaving combat service in 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly prized by collectors for its impressive physical presence, this large and heavy diecast model weighs approximately 1.2kg, presenting a commanding centerpiece for any advanced military gallery display. The airframe features exceptional structural accuracy, rendering the Phantom's signature swept-wing geometry and robust fuselage detailing in solid metal. Meticulously finished in its authentic US Marines operational grey livery, the model highlights crisp squadron stencils and the definitive \"Red Devils\" tail art. Complete with detailed engine intakes, under-wing fuel tanks, and an array of combat missile attachments, this museum-grade replica arrives packaged in its original collector box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Franklin Mint \/ Armour Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial\/Tail Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 155801\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e US Marine Corps VMFA-232 \"The Red Devils\" (Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Command:\u003c\/strong\u003e MCAS Miramar, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 kg (approx.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight Diecast Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight solid metal construction, authentic VMFA-232 Red Devils operational livery, crisp panel lines and squadron markings, detailed under-wing fuel tanks and missile ordnance attachments, original presentation box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.5\" or 37 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" or 25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Spares\/Repairs (4\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"opt9yi\" data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"104\"\u003ePaint cracking across the white painted areas, especially around the nose.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9gyyv8\" data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eSome marks and yellow paint transfer to the top of the model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13hqvsf\" data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"207\"\u003eWear to the topside of the fuselage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"125li0g\" data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eInner undercarriage door is missing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1505vvg\" data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eOne side part of a pylon is missing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"graa38\" data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eMissing piece on the underside of the nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tvosxp\" data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eMissiles are detached with visible residue around the missile\/pylon areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tvosxp\" data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eThe wheels are slightly misaligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6jms2o\" data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"498\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAny images showing a red arrow marked “flaw” are highlighting the defects listed above.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Good (6\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v7zi76\" data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eBox is in good condition overall but shows noticeable storage and edge wear.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"go0ijo\" data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"704\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eBarcode label states model \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e98001\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than \u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"650\"\u003e98003\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the box\/model numbering does not fully correspond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Franklin Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57610508403070,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_2865.jpg?v=1782403810","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/franklin-mint-armour-98003-1-48-f-4j-phantom-ii-usmc-vmfa-232-red-devils-issues","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}