TAMIYA 61028 A-10A 1:48 Aircraft Model Kit

Name: TAMIYA 61028 A-10A 1:48 Aircraft Model Kit
Brand: Tamiya

Tamiya

TAMIYA 61028 A-10A 1:48 Aircraft Model Kit\n\n1/48 Scale Aircraft Assembly Kit\n61028\nA-10 Thunderbolt II Kit - CO128\n\nThe need for close air support, on small pin point targets, was recognized early during the Vietnam conflict. Following an experimental development program begun in the early 1970's, the Fairchild Republic Industries A-10 Thunderbolt II was selected for production. The performance characteristics demanded were for operation on unimproved short fields, both high and low airspeed maneuverability, easy maintenance, long loiter times and range, excellent pilot protection, and a capacity for large mixed weapons loads.\n\nThe appearance of the A-10 is remarkable while its performance is amazing. Known affectionately as the \""Wart Hog\"" by its pilots, it's a large single seat aircraft, identified by a pair of TF-34-100A high bypass fan jet engines mounted high near the rear of the twin tailed fuselage. A few of the specifications are: Length 53' 4\""; height 14'8\"", span .