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Hobby Master HA1307 1:72 A-10A Thunderbolt II USAF 52nd FW 81st FS Panthers
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Preowned - Excellent (8/10)
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Description
A battle-proven tank buster from an elite NATO frontline squad. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA1307) replicates the Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II (#81-0962), operating with the 81st Fighter Squadron ("Panthers"), 52nd Fighter Wing out of Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. As a core component of the largest fighter operation in Germany, the 81st FS deployed these rugged attack jets in critical support of NATO operations in Kosovo, flying a staggering 1,181 combat sorties over 4,705 flight hours. Renowned for their extreme low-altitude maneuverability and legendary survivability, the Panthers' exceptional performance earned them the prestigious 1997 Commander in Chief Trophy as the best fighter squadron in USAFE (US Air Forces Europe). This model captures the tactical grey scheme with "SP" tail codes perfectly, representing a premier era of European theater close air support.
Ideal for curators of modern tactical strike history and elite USAF aircraft collections, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with premium precision, featuring clean recessed panel lines and a hinged canopy that opens to expose beautifully recreated front and side instrument panels, a control stick, and a pilot's seat. Key technical details include a slightly offset 30mm GAU-8 Avenger gatling-gun barrel with authentic cooling vents, a Pave Penny laser-tracking pod below the cockpit, several ventral-mounted antennas, and prominent high fuselage-mounted turbofan engine nacelles with visible fan blades. Complete with solid metal wings featuring cambered control surfaces, realistic main gear nacelles, and a full set of removable under-wing mounted ordnance for multiple configuration options, this premium model delivers a commanding presence on its display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Model code: HA1307
Aircraft: Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II ("Warthog")
Serial/Tail Code: #81-0962 / SP
Unit: USAF 52nd Fighter Wing, 81st Fighter Squadron "Panthers" (81st FS)
Command: USAFE (US Air Forces Europe) / NATO Operations
Location: Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
Scale: 1:72
Material: Diecast
Special Features: Hinged opening canopy with cockpit interior detailing, realistic 30mm gatling gun, detailed turbofan fan blades, full suite of detachable under-wing ordnance, presentation stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 8.75" or 22.2 cm
Wingspan: 9.75" or 24.8 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- A very small black line mark is visible on the topside of the wing, with a couple of similar marks on the underside near the pylons and centre.
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Good (6/10)
- Noticeable wear on the corners and edges along with a cut at the bottom of the back face.
- There is a crack where the blister push in point is but the aircraft still seats fine.
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
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.
Shipping
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
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Hobby Master HA1307 1:72 A-10A Thunderbolt II USAF 52nd FW 81st FS Panthers
Sale price£110.00 GBP
- Description
- Condition
- Grading
- Shipping
- Returns
Description
A battle-proven tank buster from an elite NATO frontline squad. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA1307) replicates the Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II (#81-0962), operating with the 81st Fighter Squadron ("Panthers"), 52nd Fighter Wing out of Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. As a core component of the largest fighter operation in Germany, the 81st FS deployed these rugged attack jets in critical support of NATO operations in Kosovo, flying a staggering 1,181 combat sorties over 4,705 flight hours. Renowned for their extreme low-altitude maneuverability and legendary survivability, the Panthers' exceptional performance earned them the prestigious 1997 Commander in Chief Trophy as the best fighter squadron in USAFE (US Air Forces Europe). This model captures the tactical grey scheme with "SP" tail codes perfectly, representing a premier era of European theater close air support.
Ideal for curators of modern tactical strike history and elite USAF aircraft collections, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with premium precision, featuring clean recessed panel lines and a hinged canopy that opens to expose beautifully recreated front and side instrument panels, a control stick, and a pilot's seat. Key technical details include a slightly offset 30mm GAU-8 Avenger gatling-gun barrel with authentic cooling vents, a Pave Penny laser-tracking pod below the cockpit, several ventral-mounted antennas, and prominent high fuselage-mounted turbofan engine nacelles with visible fan blades. Complete with solid metal wings featuring cambered control surfaces, realistic main gear nacelles, and a full set of removable under-wing mounted ordnance for multiple configuration options, this premium model delivers a commanding presence on its display stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Hobby Master
Series: Air Power Series
Model code: HA1307
Aircraft: Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II ("Warthog")
Serial/Tail Code: #81-0962 / SP
Unit: USAF 52nd Fighter Wing, 81st Fighter Squadron "Panthers" (81st FS)
Command: USAFE (US Air Forces Europe) / NATO Operations
Location: Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
Scale: 1:72
Material: Diecast
Special Features: Hinged opening canopy with cockpit interior detailing, realistic 30mm gatling gun, detailed turbofan fan blades, full suite of detachable under-wing ordnance, presentation stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 8.75" or 22.2 cm
Wingspan: 9.75" or 24.8 cm
Condition
Model Condition - Excellent (8/10)
- A very small black line mark is visible on the topside of the wing, with a couple of similar marks on the underside near the pylons and centre.
- Comes complete.
Box condition - Good (6/10)
- Noticeable wear on the corners and edges along with a cut at the bottom of the back face.
- There is a crack where the blister push in point is but the aircraft still seats fine.
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
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.
Shipping
Dispatch & Tracking
Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed.
Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel through our Track Your Order page, also available from the main menu.
UK Delivery
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £4.20
Usually delivered within 2–3 working days. Available for orders below £100. - Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.20 or FREE on orders of £100 or more
Aims for delivery on the next working day after dispatch. - Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50 or FREE on orders of £200 or more
Guaranteed delivery by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the United Kingdom, with parcels insured up to the full order value.
Estimated delivery times after dispatch:
- Europe: usually 3–5 business days.
- Rest of the world: usually 6–7 business days.
Add your models to the cart and enter your delivery address to view the available services and postage costs. Shipping is automatically combined by weight when purchasing multiple models.
Import Duties & Taxes
For supported destinations, any applicable duties and taxes are calculated and shown at checkout after you enter your delivery address. These charges are collected with your order and the parcel is sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due upon delivery.
Duty-paid delivery is currently available where shown at checkout for:
- United States
- Norway and Switzerland
- Selected European destinations: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.
For destinations where duties and taxes are not shown and collected at checkout, orders are sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). The recipient may therefore need to pay local import duties, taxes or handling charges before delivery.
Every model is carefully packaged to help ensure it arrives safely and securely.
Returns
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
- Items must be returned in their original condition.
- Free UK customer returns.
- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.
- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.
For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.
If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.
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