- Air Power Series
- Realistic collectible model
- Diecast & plastic parts.
- Highly detailed, moveable components.
- Display stand included.
- Measures approximately: 11.25” L x 5.75” Wingspan
- Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.
The F-105 earned the nickname Thud after the character Chief Thunderthud on the Howdy Doody TV show. The main mission of the F-105G was the detection and destruction of NortVietname se SAMs that would then allow other aircraft to safely carry out their assignments. Iorder for the F-105Gs to do this they were always “First In Last Out” and piloted by volunteers. The F-105 was the only U.S. aircraft withdrawn from combat due to high losses. Having flown 20,000 sorties over Vietnam 382 of the 833 F-105s produced were lost.
This highly detailed Hobby Master model is a replica of F-105F Thunderchief Bureu Number 63-8301 frp, the US Air Force 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, 357th Tactical Fighter Squadron flown by then Major Torsness and Capt. Johnson on April 19th, 1967. On April 19, 1967, Major Thorsness and Captain Johnson flew their F-105F Thunderchief 63-8301 along with their wingmen on a mission to destroy surface-to-air missile sites. They destroyed their first objective and attacking the second SAM the wingman was hit by ground fire and the crew bailed out. 63-8301 circled the parachutes to be able to give SAR their location. They spotted a MiG-17 and destroyed it. Low on fuel Thorsness began to leave but returned to take on four MiG-17s, destroying one while the other three fled.
As with most Hobby Master models, this F-111F features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details and authentic squadron markings. The canopy opens and reveals a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details). The model also comes with full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear and a display stand.
This is a great addition to your diecast aircraft collection.
Specifications :
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Nick Names: |
Ultra Hog, Super Hog, Iron Butterfly, Lead Sled, Thud |
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Role: |
Fighter/Bomber |
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User Countries: |
U.S.A |
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Crew: |
(1) pilot |
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Performance |
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Engine: |
(1) Pratt & Whitney J75-P-19W turbojet, rated at 17,200 lb.s.t. dry and 26,500 lb.s.t. with afterburner |
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Maximum Speed: |
1,420 mph at 38,000 ft |
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1,372 mph at 36,000 ft |
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1,122 mph at 50,000 ft |
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836 mph at sea level |
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Stall speed: |
208 mph |
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Initial Climb Rate: |
34,500 fpm (clean) |
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Service Ceiling: |
32,100 ft |
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Combat Ceiling: |
48,500 ft |
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Maximum Ceiling: |
50,000 ft |
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Combat Range: |
778 miles |
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Maximum Range with full external fuel: |
2,208 miles |
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Weight |
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Emptyt: |
27,500 lbs |
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Combat: |
35,637 lbs |
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Gross: |
48,400 lbs |
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Maximum Take/Off: |
352,546 lbs |
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Fuel |
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Normal Internal Fuel Load: |
1,160 US gallons |
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Internal Weapons Bay: |
390 US gallon auxiliary tank |
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Optional 450 or 650 US gallon external tanks on the fuselage centerline |
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Plus a 450 US gallon tank on each of the inboard under-wing pylons |
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Dimensions |
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Wing Span: |
34 ft 11 in. |
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Length: |
64 ft 3 in. |
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Height: |
19 ft 8 in. |
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Wing Area: |
385 sq. ft. |
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Armament: |
(1) 20-mm M61A1 rotary cannon with 1028 rounds (fire rate 6,000 rpm) |
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Up to 8,000 lbs of ordnance could be carried in the internal weapons bay |
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An additional 6,000 lbs of ordnance could be carried on (4) under-wing pylons and (1) rack under the fuselage center-line |
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Up to (4) AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles for self-defense |
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Up to (2) 3,000 lb bombs |
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Up to (5) 1,000 lb bombs |
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Up to (16) 750 lb bombs |
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Mk 77 napalm, ECM pods, 2.75 in. rockets |
