F-35B Lightning II ZM-161, Royal Air Force (beast mode, 2 x meteor missiles inside weapon bay) (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 8.9 x 3.1 in.

Model History and Information: This aircraft represents a Royal Air Force F-35B in so-called beast mode, a loadout that trades low-observable stealth for maximum firepower by carrying weapons on external wing pylons in addition to the internal bays. The configuration shown pairs the jet with two MBDA Meteor missiles, a European beyond-visual-range air-to-air weapon powered by a throttleable ramjet that reaches around Mach 4 with a range exceeding 200 kilometres and a large no-escape zone. The B is the STOVL member of the Lightning II family, which the United Kingdom operates jointly from land bases and the Queen Elizabeth-class carriers. Beast-mode fits are typically employed once air superiority permits reduced emphasis on stealth.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast model is fully licensed by Lockheed Martin Corporation.
• It is a true to scale model and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and only premium materials are used, making the range one of the most valued military finished models by collectors.
• Highly detailed and authentic printings and finishing
• Highly refined and realistic panel lines
• Detailed cockpit with pilot figure
• Optional canopies for open and closed positions
• Optional landing gears that allow model to be displayed either in landing mode or flying mode
• Optional open and closed weapon bays
• Weapons load included based on real plane reference
• Stand included for flying mode

Packaging: Full-color printed paper box with a flap over cover. The model is packed and secured by clear blisters for easy viewing with an insert card at the back.