The Academy Plastic Model Company has been producing kits since 1969. The company is famous for its endless research and development and the excellent model kits that result from the effort. Academy has been awarded Model of the Year at the Nuremberg International Toy Show nine ...The Academy Plastic Model Company has been producing kits since 1969.
The company is famous for its endless research and development and the excellent model kits that result from the effort. Academy has been awarded Model of the Year at the Nuremberg International Toy Show nine times and the quality of their model kits meets or exceeds that of any other current manufacturer. With a nickname like 'Warthog', its quite clear the A-10 is not a pretty aircraft.
Mounted on its nose is one of the deadliest weapons ever to cruise the skies. Called the GAU-8/A Avenger, it is a 30 mm cannon capable of firing up to 70 rounds of heavy ammunition per second. With a muzzle velocity of a mile in one second, the shell is intended to penetrate even the strongest tank hull.
The A-10, officially called the Thunderbolt II, was actually designed around the big cannon. The strange looking shape of the A-10 was a result of trying to provide as much protection for the pilot as possible. Another means of survivability is the great maneuverability.
It can turn quickly and sharply, even evading radar-directed guns. The A-10 can carry up to eight tons of weapons on eight wing and three fuselage pylons. This decal variation of the A-10A kit from Academy is an accurate replica of birds flown in the latest Iraqi conflict.
The masterfully detailed cockpit interior and landing gear compartment are of a precision you have come to expect from Academy. Air intakes fit just right. Fully engraved panel lines and rivet details cover the entire bird.
The centerpiece, the GAU-8/A Avenger would intimidate even a 1/32 scale enemy aircraft! its also loaded with an impressive arsenal of twelve Mk. 82 Dumb Bombs, two Paveway I, two Mk. 83 Dumb Bombs, and six AGM-65 Maverick Missile.
Comes with vibrant 'Operation Iraqi Freedom' decals. This finely detailed plastic model kit requires assembly and painting.