F-35B Lightning II 59-8204, JASDF, Dec 2025 (Beast Mode)

Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 8.9 x 3.1 in.

Model History and Information: Japan received its first three F-35B aircraft at Nyutabaru Air Base on 7 August 2025, the country's first deployment of the short take-off and vertical landing variant. The base lies in southern Kyushu, chosen partly for its proximity to the home port of the ships the type will fly from: although the aircraft belong to the Air Self-Defense Force, they are intended to operate from the Maritime Self-Defense Force vessels Izumo and Kaga, both converted for fixed-wing aviation. Japan plans a fleet of forty-two F-35B alongside its larger F-35A force, and a dedicated vertical landing facility is under construction on the island of Mageshima.

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.

Availability: Announced for May 2027.