1/72 Tamiya Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II Plastic Model Kit (new version)

Build one of the world's most advanced stealth fighters with the 1/72 Tamiya Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II Plastic Model Kit. Developed under the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program, the F-35B combines stealth technology, supersonic performance, advanced sensors, and Short Takeoff and Vertical Landing (STOVL) capability into a single multirole combat aircraft. Designed as the successor to the AV-8B Harrier II, the F-35B has become a key asset for the United States Marine Corps, the United Kingdom, Italy, and other allied nations.

Drawing on the engineering and research behind Tamiya's acclaimed 1/48 scale release, this highly detailed 1/72 scale kit accurately reproduces the unique features of the F-35B. Builders can choose to display the aircraft in either a landed or hovering configuration using dedicated parts that accurately depict the lift fan, downward-swiveled engine nozzle, open lift doors, and other STOVL-specific details.

The kit features finely molded RAM (Radar Absorbent Material) surface detail, a realistic cockpit with Martin-Baker US16E ejection seat, detailed landing gear bays, weapon bays, and a highly accurate engine nozzle assembly. Clear parts are included for the canopy and Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS), while a display stand allows the aircraft to be shown in an impressive hovering pose.

Five marking options are included, allowing you to build aircraft from the United States Marine Corps, Royal Air Force, or Italian Navy. A comprehensive painting guide and masking stickers help achieve an authentic finish.

Whether you're a modern military aviation enthusiast or a fan of cutting-edge aircraft, the Tamiya F-35B Lightning II delivers exceptional detail, outstanding fit, and an enjoyable building experience.

Key Features

• 1/72 scale plastic model kit
• Wingspan: 148mm (5.8 in)
• Length: 215mm (8.5 in)
• Highly detailed replica of the Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II
• Build as either a landed or hovering aircraft
• Includes display stand for hovering configuration
• Detailed lift fan, 3 Bearing Swivel Module (3BSM), and STOVL engine nozzle
• Realistic cockpit with Martin-Baker US16E ejection seat
• Detailed landing gear, wheel wells, weapon bays, and intake ducting
• RAM surface detail molded into the fuselage
• Clear canopy and EOTS fairing parts
• Includes AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles (x2)
• Includes AIM-120C AMRAAM missiles (x2)
• One pilot figure with Helmet Mounted Display (HMD)
• Five marking options for USMC, Royal Air Force, and Italian Navy aircraft
• Includes masking stickers and detailed painting guide
• Paint and cement required for assembly

The Tamiya 1/72 F-35B Lightning II is an outstanding addition to any modern military aircraft collection, offering the precision engineering and exceptional fit that Tamiya kits are known for.

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