F4D-1 Skyray Model Kit

F4D-1 Skyray Model Kit
- Includes 2 drop tanks, 2 Sidewinder missiles, 2 rocket pods & NAVPAC pod
- Markings for VF(AW)-3, VMF(AW)-144 & VMF(AW) -115
- 1/72 Scale Aircraft
Towards the end of World War II, many information about advanced aeronautical technology were captured in Germany by the U.S. Forces. One of them was an analysis of the studies carried out by Dr. Alexander Lippisch on delta winged aircraft. Based upon the information, the Douglas firm developed the F4D Skyray, the only operational interceptor with delta wings in the U.S. Navy. Starting the design in 1947, Douglas was awarded a contract for the construction and testing of two prototypes in December 1948. The first prototype took off on its maiden flight in January 1951. The second prototype flew shortly thereafter and the airframe set two new world records, absolute speed record of 1,211 km/h and 100km closed course record of 1,171km/h, in October 1953. Having numerous improvements and refinements, the first production F4D-1 made its maiden flight in June 1954 and entered squadren service in April 1956. The distinctive 50 degree sweptback wings with round tips were equipped with leading edge slats and trailing edge elevons. A set of trimmers were installed on the inboard trailing edges of the wings. The outer portions of the wings could be folded upwards by oil pressure for carrier stowage. Although the Skyray never saw any combat, it proved its high capability as an interceptor with numerous world records and scramble actions in Taiwan in response to crises in the late 1950's.
Country USA
Brand TAMIYA
Manufacturer Tamiya
Binding Toy
ItemPartNumber 60741
Model TM60741
Warranty No Warranty
Color Navy
ReleaseDate 2020-08-01
Size Small
UnitCount 1
UPCs 799457378106
EANs 4950344607419

Country	USA
Brand	TAMIYA
Manufacturer	Tamiya
Binding	Toy
ItemPartNumber	60741
Model	TM60741
Warranty	No Warranty
Color	Navy
ReleaseDate	2020-08-01
Size	Small
UnitCount	1
UPCs	799457378106
EANs	4950344607419

F4D-1 Skyray Model Kit

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