A-6E Intruder "Devil 505" 151686, VA-196, USS Independence

Product Dimensions: 9.13 x 8.83 x 2.70 in.

Model History and Information: Attack Squadron 196, known as the Main Battery, flew the Grumman A-6 Intruder as the United States Navy's dedicated all-weather medium attack aircraft. The A-6E was the definitive version, pairing a two-man crew seated side by side with a target recognition and attack multisensor system that allowed strikes in darkness and poor weather when other aircraft stayed on deck. The squadron embarked aboard the aircraft carrier Independence in April 1990 and, after Iraq invaded Kuwait that August, flew sorties from the ship in the northern Arabian Sea in support of Operation Desert Shield until the carrier was relieved in November. The named serial, unit, date and finish on this model identify the individual historical subject represented: A-6E Intruder "Devil 505" 151686, VA-196, USS Independence.

Model Features & Details:

• 1:72 scale Hobby Master diecast model
• Item number HC1004
• Estimated production: 500 units
• 1:72 scale diecast aircraft display model
• Configuration and markings represented: A-6E Intruder "Devil 505" 151686, VA-196, USS Independence
• Diecast metal construction with plastic detail components
• Panel lines, antennas and surface details represented
• Pad-printed national, unit or aircraft markings
• Collector display subject

Packaging: Full-color printed Hobby Master retail box with internal protective packaging.