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Hobby Master HA3542 1:72 CF-18 Hornet RCAF NORAD 60th Anniversary 2018

Sale price£105.00 GBP
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Preowned - Near Mint (9/10)
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Description

A spectacular, high-visibility celebration of continental air defense partnerships. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA3542) replicates the McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet (CF-188 / #188776), serving as the official 2018 Demonstration aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Piloted by ten-year veteran Captain Stefan "Porcelain" Porteous, this eye-catching fighter toured the North American air show circuit to commemorate the milestone 60th Anniversary of NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command). A historic, binational agreement between Canada and the United States, NORAD has monitored and defended North American skies against external aerial aggression since its inception. This premium release beautifully replicates the jet's striking commemorative livery, featuring a brilliant deep-blue paint scheme adorned with North American map graphics, bold red accents, and NORAD's definitive motto: "We Have the Watch."

Ideal for curators of specialized display liveries and modern RCAF history, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with exceptional precision, capturing the fine contours of the multirole strike fighter. Technical highlights include a removable main canopy that provides an completely unobstructed view of the detailed cockpit, complete with pad-printed instruments and interior features. A separate, additional canopy assembly is included to effortlessly display the aircraft with an open cockpit profile. Additional engineering features include an optional-position speed brake that can be set in the deployed stance via a fixed actuator, alongside modular landing gear and gear door subassemblies for quick ground or in-flight configurations. Placed on its included presentation display stand, this vibrant jet commands a premier presence.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Hobby Master

Series: Air Power Series

Model code: HA3542

Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet (CF-188)

Serial/Tail Code: #188776 / 776

Livery Theme: NORAD 60th Anniversary Commemorative Scheme

Pilot/Commander: Captain Stefan "Porcelain" Porteous (RCAF Demo Pilot)

Unit: Royal Canadian Air Force Demonstration Team (RCAF Demonstration Team)

Organization: NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command)

Date/Period: 2018 Air Show Season

Scale: 1:72

Material: Diecast Metal & High-Grade Plastic

Special Features: High-visibility custom 60th anniversary NORAD livery with motto, interchangeable open or closed cockpit canopies, pad-printed cockpit instruments, deployable speed brake assembly, modular landing gear parts, custom presentation stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Wingspan: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • White mark present on the blue paint at the end of the wing.
  • A couple of black paint marks visible on the white-painted area.
  • Paint inconsistency around the centre fuselage antenna, with a small unpainted hole next to it.
  • The antenna area appears more likely to be a manufacturing paint flaw rather than handling wear.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Shelf wear to the edges but structurally sound.

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

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

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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Description

A spectacular, high-visibility celebration of continental air defense partnerships. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA3542) replicates the McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet (CF-188 / #188776), serving as the official 2018 Demonstration aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Piloted by ten-year veteran Captain Stefan "Porcelain" Porteous, this eye-catching fighter toured the North American air show circuit to commemorate the milestone 60th Anniversary of NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command). A historic, binational agreement between Canada and the United States, NORAD has monitored and defended North American skies against external aerial aggression since its inception. This premium release beautifully replicates the jet's striking commemorative livery, featuring a brilliant deep-blue paint scheme adorned with North American map graphics, bold red accents, and NORAD's definitive motto: "We Have the Watch."

Ideal for curators of specialized display liveries and modern RCAF history, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with exceptional precision, capturing the fine contours of the multirole strike fighter. Technical highlights include a removable main canopy that provides an completely unobstructed view of the detailed cockpit, complete with pad-printed instruments and interior features. A separate, additional canopy assembly is included to effortlessly display the aircraft with an open cockpit profile. Additional engineering features include an optional-position speed brake that can be set in the deployed stance via a fixed actuator, alongside modular landing gear and gear door subassemblies for quick ground or in-flight configurations. Placed on its included presentation display stand, this vibrant jet commands a premier presence.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Hobby Master

Series: Air Power Series

Model code: HA3542

Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet (CF-188)

Serial/Tail Code: #188776 / 776

Livery Theme: NORAD 60th Anniversary Commemorative Scheme

Pilot/Commander: Captain Stefan "Porcelain" Porteous (RCAF Demo Pilot)

Unit: Royal Canadian Air Force Demonstration Team (RCAF Demonstration Team)

Organization: NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command)

Date/Period: 2018 Air Show Season

Scale: 1:72

Material: Diecast Metal & High-Grade Plastic

Special Features: High-visibility custom 60th anniversary NORAD livery with motto, interchangeable open or closed cockpit canopies, pad-printed cockpit instruments, deployable speed brake assembly, modular landing gear parts, custom presentation stand


Model Dimensions

Length: 9.25" or 23.5 cm

Wingspan: 6.25" or 15.9 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • White mark present on the blue paint at the end of the wing.
  • A couple of black paint marks visible on the white-painted area.
  • Paint inconsistency around the centre fuselage antenna, with a small unpainted hole next to it.
  • The antenna area appears more likely to be a manufacturing paint flaw rather than handling wear.

Box condition - Excellent (8/10)

  • Shelf wear to the edges but structurally sound.

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

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

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.