{"product_id":"1-72-hasegawa-harrier-gr-mk-3-plastic-model-kit","title":"Hasegawa 1\/72 Harrier GR. Mk. 3 Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBRAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"654\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuild one of the world's first operational V\/STOL combat aircraft with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eHasegawa 1\/72 Harrier GR. Mk. 3 Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eHawker Siddeley Harrier GR.3\u003c\/strong\u003e revolutionized military aviation with its unique vertical\/short takeoff and landing (V\/STOL) capability, allowing it to operate from improvised forward bases and austere airfields. Serving with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eRoyal Air Force\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Harrier became renowned for its versatility, survivability, and effectiveness in ground attack and close air support missions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eHasegawa's 1\/72 scale kit faithfully reproduces the Harrier GR.3 with finely engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit, realistic landing gear, and accurately molded engine nozzles and external stores. With excellent fit and crisp molding, this kit is suitable for both experienced modelers and those looking to add a legendary British aircraft to their collection. Whether finished in classic RAF camouflage or Falklands-era markings, the Harrier GR.3 is an impressive addition to any modern military aircraft display. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfjnl5\" data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eHighly detailed 1\/72 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15wc8fm\" data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eAuthentic RAF Harrier GR. Mk. 3 V\/STOL aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19zxjau\" data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eFinely engraved panel lines and recessed surface details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"trryfz\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eDetailed cockpit with instrument panel and pilot figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"21hfxx\" data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eRealistic landing gear and intake details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g7chq1\" data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eIncludes external stores including bombs and rocket pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12vg7vt\" data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eTwo authentic RAF marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i69xa1\" data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eExcellent platform for painting and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hj03cv\" data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14pn8zw\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003ePaint and cement sold separately \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xemshg\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eHarrier GR.3\u003c\/strong\u003e entered Royal Air Force service in the 1970s as an improved version of the original Harrier GR.1. 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