F-14A "Tomcat" 159434, VF-143 "Punkin Dogs", NAS Oceana, Virginia, 1976

Product Dimensions: 10.40 x 10.70 x 2.70 in.

Model History and Information: VF-143, the Pukin' Dogs, operated the F-14 during the years when the Tomcat was becoming the U.S. Navy's principal fleet-defence fighter. NAS Oceana was a key East Coast base for the type, and the 1976 period connects this aircraft to the first generation of operational Tomcat squadrons. BuNo 159434 in the VF-143 marking preserves the early-service character of a fighter later remembered for a much longer and broader career. The named serial, unit, date and finish on this model identify the individual historical subject represented: F-14A "Tomcat" 159434, VF-143 "Punkin Dogs", NAS Oceana, Virginia, 1976.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast airplane model is true to scale 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
• 1:72 scale diecast aircraft display model
• Configuration and markings represented: F-14A "Tomcat" 159434, VF-143 "Punkin Dogs", NAS Oceana, Virginia, 1976
• 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.