{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha1924-1-72-mcdonnell-douglas-f-4j-phantom-ii-usmc-vmfa-451-warlords-uss-forrestal-1976","title":"Hobby Master HA1924 1:72 McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II USMC VMFA-451 Warlords USS Forrestal 1976","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA striking and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a United States Marine Corps McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II carrying a distinctive American Bicentennial colour scheme.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Hobby Master Air Power Series, HA1924 depicts an aircraft of VMFA-451 “Warlords” while assigned to USS Forrestal during 1976.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarine Fighter Attack Squadron 451 became VMFA-451 in February 1968 following its transition to the F-4J Phantom II. The squadron had adopted the name “Warlords” during the 1950s and developed a long association with carrier-based fighter operations, combining air defence, interception and strike capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring 1976, VMFA-451 spent time aboard the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal and was scheduled to participate in another Mediterranean deployment. In preparation, its F-4Js received special United States Bicentennial markings, including prominent red, white and blue decoration and the “AA” tail code associated with Carrier Air Wing Seventeen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe planned Mediterranean cruise was ultimately cancelled, making the aircraft's elaborate commemorative appearance an especially interesting subject. The model recreates the scheme with a blue nose, star-spangled tail artwork, blue and white trim around the cockpit and fuselage, large MARINES lettering and authentic squadron markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped as a fleet defence fighter for the United States Navy, the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II first flew in 1958. Its powerful twin-engine configuration, two-seat cockpit and extensive weapons capability allowed it to serve as an interceptor, fighter-bomber and reconnaissance aircraft. The Phantom was subsequently operated extensively by the United States Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force, as well as numerous international air arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hobby Master release is particularly appealing to collectors of United States Marine Corps aviation, carrier aircraft and commemorative military schemes. The model features extensive diecast construction, detailed front and rear cockpits beneath separately positionable canopies, raised carrier-style wingtips and a comprehensive selection of removable external stores. Additional detailing includes authentic VMFA-451 markings, Carrier Air Wing Seventeen tail codes and the original Hobby Master presentation display stand.\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 Hobby Master\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA1924\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Marine Corps VMFA-451 “Warlords”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrier Air Wing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier Air Wing Seventeen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTail Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Bicentennial commemorative scheme\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrier \/ Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e USS Forrestal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Marine Corps \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier-based fighter and attack aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic VMFA-451 Warlords markings, United States Bicentennial colour scheme, star-spangled tail artwork, Carrier Air Wing Seventeen AA tail code, detailed front and rear cockpits, separately positionable canopies, raised carrier-style wingtips, removable external stores and original presentation display stand\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 10.5\" or 26.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Good (6\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in good condition overall and still displays well despite the noted underside issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderside accessories appear to have previously been glued in place, with wear and some paint loss present around these areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe central fuel tank fits in place fine, but the other underside accessories will require additional support when fitted to ensure they will not fall off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome additional handling marks are present on the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBomb\/missile loadout accessories have glue residue around the missiles where they join to the pylons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox is in very good condition overall, with some wear present to the edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome flexing is present to the front and back of the box.\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":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57707009507710,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/hobby-master-ha1924-172-mcdonnell-douglas-f-4j-phantom-ii-usmc-vmfa-451-warlords-uss-forrestal-1976-8839066.jpg?v=1784654914","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha1924-1-72-mcdonnell-douglas-f-4j-phantom-ii-usmc-vmfa-451-warlords-uss-forrestal-1976","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}