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JASDF Kawasaki T-4 Trainer 20th Anniv Matsushima AB 2016 HA3903 scale 1:72
Kawasaki T-4 20th Anniversary JASDF 4th AW 11th SQ Matsushima AB 2016 Hobby Master HA3903
Hobby Master 1:72 scale Air Power Series
Hobby Master 1:72 scale Air Power Series
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Kawasaki T-4 20th Anniversary JASDF 4th AW 11th SQ Matsushima AB 2016 Hobby Master HA3903
Hobby Master 1:72 scale Air Power Series
The Kawasaki T-4 is a subsonic intermediate jet trainer used by the JASDF. In November 1981 Kawasaki was awarded the contract to produce 220 T-4s with the actual final production number being 212. The aircraft was designed to replace the Lockheed T-33 and Fuji T-1. The first prototype flew on July 29, 1985 with the first production aircraft flying in June 1988 and delivery of the first T-4 to the 31st and 32nd Flying Training Squadrons, 1st Air Wing 3 months later.
The Blue Impulse is the 11th Squadron, 4th Air Wing of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the national aerobatic demonstration team. They formed in 1960 and originally named Tenryu but changed to Blue Impulse. Their first aircraft were 6 F-86 Sabres and in 1982 after 545 demonstrations they moved to the Matsushima Air Base and began using the Mitsubishi T-2. The T-2 was used for 175 demonstrations until 1996 when they switched to the Kawasaki T-4. In 2016 to celebrate 20 years flying theT-4; the Blue Impulse aircraft were given a special paint scheme.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
Additional Info
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Stock#HA3903
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BrandHobby Master
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Country of Manufacture
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Scale1:72
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MaterialDie-cast Metal
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Aircraft TypeFixed-Winged
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EraModern
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AircraftKawasaki T-4
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PropulsionJet-Powered
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RoleTrainer
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CountryUnited States
Warning: Choking Hazard!
Contains small parts. Not a toy. Not for children under 3 years.