YF-23 "Gray Ghost" PAV-2, AF ser.no.87-0801,1990 (with 3 xAIM-120,2 xAIM-9) (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 11.3 x 3.4 in.

Model History and Information: The Northrop/McDonnell Douglas YF-23 was one of two prototypes built for the US Air Force's Advanced Tactical Fighter competition, a twin-engine stealth demonstrator emphasizing supersonic cruise and low observability. Both airframes flew in 1990: the first, serial 87-0800, used Pratt & Whitney YF119 engines, while the second, serial 87-0801, was powered by General Electric YF120 engines. The design routed engine exhaust through shielded upper-surface troughs to cut its infrared signature and, unlike its Lockheed rival, did not use thrust vectoring. After evaluation the Air Force chose the competing YF-22 in 1991, and the YF-23 never entered production.

Model Features & Details:

• This is a true to scale model and it 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 landing gears to represent landing and flying positions
• Optional canopies for open and close positions
• Weapon bay in opened and closed positions
• Weapons load included based on real plane reference
• Stand included for flying mode

Packaging: Full-color printed outer paper box with foam packaging inside for strong and sturdy protection of the model.