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AD3 Skyraider VMA121 US Marine Corps AK-21 1:72 +preorder+

  • SKU: HA2918W
  • Article code: HA2918
  • Out of stock

Announced February 2022, Scheduled for November 2022 Release
Limited Edition of 700 Pieces
HobbymasterOctober2022

C$ 142.95

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AD3 Skyraider VMA121 US Marine Corps AK-21 1:72 +preorder+

AD-3 Skyraider VMA121 US Marine Corps AK-21 122743 Korean War 1:72 with stand
Announced February 2022, Scheduled for November 2022 Release
Limited Edition of 700 Pieces
HobbymasterOctober2022

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The A-1 Skyraider originated as a carrier-based torpedo and dive bomber. Deliveries as the AD-1 to the Navy began in November 1946 and in 1962 was renamed A-1. It was the first single-seat torpedo/dive bomber to serve with the Navy. The primary mission of the A-1 was close air support for ground troops because of its heavy ordnance load and accuracy. The aircraft had great success in Korea and Vietnam. There were 3,180 Skyraiders built in seven major models and 28 different versions. There were 266 A-1s lost in Vietnam.

Some nicknames - Able Dog, Spad, Sandy, Hobo, Firefly, Zorro and "Crazy Water Buffalo," a VNAF nickname.
 
VMF-121 “Green Knights” was activated in 1941 and renamed VMA-121 in 1951. On October 19, 1951 VMA-121 deployed to Pyongtaek, South Korea where they became the “Wolf Raiders” completing their first mission on the 27th. Their mission was to destroy airfields, supply depots, bridges and railroads and by doing this the squadron dropped more tonnage than any other USN or USMC unit and e

Hobby Master is a Hong Kong based manufacturer producing high quality collectible diecast models. Hobbymaster produces mostly military diecast aircraft models in 1:72, 1:48 and 1:32 scales. It's products are perhaps the most popular military diecast models in the world, and their high quality is award winning. Most models include dynamic moveable parts, historic markings, realistic weaponry and come with their own stand, and many come with additional external weapons, fuel tanks, and pilot figures.

- Pre-painted Diecast Metal Model

- True 1:72 scale
- Professionally painted
- Great attention to detail
- All markings are Tampo printed (pad applied)
- Option to display the model on a stand that is provided
- Model can be shown with the landing gear in the down or up positions
- Canopy can be displayed open or closed
- Heavy metal construction with a minimum of plastic

Collectors item: Not suitable for children under 14

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AD3 Skyraider VMA121 US Marine Corps AK-21 1:72 +preorder+

AD3 Skyraider VMA121 US Marine Corps AK-21 1:72 +preorder+

C$ 142.95 (C$ 142.95 Incl. tax)