The F/A-18E Super Hornet is a multirole carrier-based fighter developed by Boeing. Greatly improved from the F/A-18A/C Hornet, it has evolved from a medium-sized carrier-based fighter that focuses on ground attack to a multirole fighter that can fight for air supremacy and is capable of attacking ground/sea targets. Surfaces of this aircraft are coated with radar-absorbing material, which greatly reduces its radar signature and gives the aircraft stealth combat capabilities. The F/A-18E has up to 11 hard points and carry almost all U.S. Navy ammunition incl. Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) and Joint Standoff Weapon. As an important carrier-based fighter of the U.S. Navy, the F/A-18E Super Hornet has taken part in the U.S. combat missions around the world in recent years.
KIT INFO
This MENG LS-012 1/48 Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet plastic model kit features accurate aircraft profile and details. Flaps and slats can be installed in different positions; horizontal stabilizers and rudders are movable. The cockpit and its interior equipment are precisely replicated. he specially designed pluggable main pylons allow the easy change of weapons; this kit includes GBU-24 and GBU-16 laser-guided bombs. This kit includes a U.S. Navy pilot figure, pre-cut stainless steel PE parts and painting masks. This kit provides four paint schemes.
Length:378mm Width:273mm Height:101mm
DETAILS
This kit features accurate exterior features of the F/A-18E Super Hornet.
The cockpit canopy can be built in the open or closed position.
The cockpit details like ejection seat and instrument panel are precisely replicated.
A U.S. Navy pilot figure featuring realistic gestures and finely replicated suit and equipment is included. Two flight helmets are provided for choice.
The main wings can be built in the unfolded or folded position. Flaps and slats can be built in the retracted or deployed position.
The main wings can be built in the unfolded or folded position. Flaps and slats can be built in the retracted or deployed position.
Horizontal stabilizers and rudders are movable.
The specially designed pluggable pylons allow the easy change of weapons.
The numerous weapons, stores and equipment make the F/A-18E a war machine.
This kit includes various weapons and stores incl. GBU-24 and GBU-16 laser-guided bombs.
Landing gear details are accurately reproduced
Pre-cut painting masks are included for easier painting.
Decals printed by Cartograf features clear images, accurate colors and easy application. This kit provides four paint schemes.
PAINT SCHEMES
Aircraft piloted by CAPT James McCall, the commanding officer of Carrier Air Wing 8, VFA-31, "Felix the Cat",U.S.S Geogre H.W.Bush, 2017
Aircraft piloted by LCDR Carlisle Lustenberger, VFA-31,"Felix the Cat",U.S.S Geogre H.W.Bush, 2009
Aircraft piloted by LCDR R.J.Prescott, VFA-87"Gloden Warriors",U.S.S. George H.W.Bush, 2017
Pilot unknown, United States Navy Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor Program, 2019
