F-4D "Minnesota ANG" 65608, 148th FIG, Duluth IAP, 1984 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 12.2 x 4.7 in.

Model History and Information: The Minnesota Air National Guard's 148th Group has flown from Duluth since 1960, when it took on Air Defense Command alert duty. In 1976 it gave up interceptors for the reconnaissance mission, becoming the 148th Tactical Reconnaissance Group with the RF-4C Phantom II. That period ended in October 1983, when the unit returned to air defence as the 148th Fighter Interceptor Group and re-equipped with the F-4D Phantom II, a type by then well seasoned in Air Force service. Flying from Duluth International Airport, its crews stood alert over the northern approaches to the United States until the F-16A replaced the Phantom in March 1990.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast model is fully licensed by Boeing Company.
• It is a true to scale model and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and premium materials are used during production, making this 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 cockpits with pilot figure
• Optional landing gears that allow model to be displayed either in landing mode or flying mode
• Optional open and closed canopies
• Weapons load represents true load out 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.