{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha3706-1-72-mcdonnell-f-101b-voodoo-usaf-148th-fg-minnesota-ang-58-0275-duluth-1970s","title":"Hobby Master HA3706 1:72 McDonnell F-101B Voodoo USAF 148th FG Minnesota ANG 58-0275 Duluth 1970s","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of McDonnell F-101B Voodoo 58-0275 of the United States Air Force 148th Fighter Group, Minnesota Air National Guard. Hobby Master HA3706 depicts the aircraft at Duluth International Airport during the 1970s, wearing the distinctive markings associated with the unit's Cold War air defence role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from the McDonnell XF-88, the F-101 was originally conceived as a long-range escort fighter before evolving into several specialised versions. The two-seat F-101B became an all-weather interceptor for Air Defense Command, combining powerful twin Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney J57 engines with radar-guided interception capability and an internal rotating weapons bay. The variant entered operational service in 1959 and became an important part of North American air defence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Minnesota Air National Guard's Duluth unit was redesignated as the 148th Fighter Group in 1960. After operating the F-102 Delta Dagger, it converted to the F-101 Voodoo in 1971 and retained the type until 1976. The unit then became the 148th Tactical Reconnaissance Group and transitioned to the RF-4C Phantom II, marking the end of its Voodoo era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release represents serial 58-0275, displayed as 80275, during the 148th Fighter Group's period of Voodoo operations from Duluth. Its combination of Minnesota ANG markings, imposing twin-engine profile and comparatively short service period makes it a distinctive subject among United States Air Force interceptor models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced as part of Hobby Master's Air Power Series and limited to 500 pieces, the model features diecast metal construction with detailed plastic components, a finely represented two-seat cockpit, opening canopy, rotating weapons bay, optional undercarriage and a presentation display stand. It is a substantial and increasingly collectable release for enthusiasts of Cold War aircraft and Air National Guard history.\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\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA3706\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e McDonnell F-101B Voodoo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAF 148th Fighter Group, Minnesota Air National Guard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58-0275 \/ 80275\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\/Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\/Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Duluth International Airport, Minnesota\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed plastic components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opening canopy, detailed cockpit, rotating weapons bay, optional undercarriage and presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.25\" or 28.6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.75\" or 17.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImage guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e All noted defects are identified with red arrows in the images for clear observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scattered small black speckles are present in several areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue mark on the side of the nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWing-to-fuselage joint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue blemish within the grey-painted area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWing leading edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two small grooves in the metal, which appear to be from manufacture as the paint remains intact between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTail section:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small black squiggle mark on the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The model remains in Excellent condition because the noted defects are minor and not especially prominent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompleteness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete with all original parts and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box presents very well with only light wear.\u003c\/p\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":57897077047678,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_6405.jpg?v=1787683385","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha3706-1-72-mcdonnell-f-101b-voodoo-usaf-148th-fg-minnesota-ang-58-0275-duluth-1970s","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}