{"product_id":"13199-hasegawa-a12-a-37-ab-dragonfly-172","title":"Hasegawa A12 A-37 A\/B Dragonfly 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHasegawa A12 A-37 A\/B Dragonfly (1\/72) – plastic model aircraft kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hasegawa A12 A-37 A\/B Dragonfly model in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit that allows you to recreate one of the most interesting attack aircraft of the Cold War era. Offered by the renowned Japanese manufacturer Hasegawa, this model is an ideal choice for both aircraft model collectors and military aviation history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical information about the kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-grade polystyrene plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hasegawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit includes decals for several painting options, realistic landing gear, detailed cockpit, and underwing armament. Glue and paints are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eBrief historical overview of the A-37 Dragonfly aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe A-37 Dragonfly aircraft (officially Cessna A-37 Dragonfly) was developed from the T-37 Tweet light jet trainer. Designed as a light attack aircraft, it served primarily with the United States Air Force and the armed forces of the Republic of Vietnam. The A-37 A\/B Dragonfly saw extensive use during the \u003cstrong\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/strong\u003e from 1967 to 1975, where its main mission was close air support for ground troops, close fire support, and anti-guerrilla operations. The aircraft was characterized by high maneuverability, ease of service, and the ability to operate from short, unprepared runways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eService period and users\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYears in use:\u003c\/strong\u003e late 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperator countries:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA, South Vietnam, and transferred to air forces in countries such as Colombia, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay and others\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and skill level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Hasegawa A-37 Dragonfly kit in 1\/72 scale stands out for its accurate detailing and high-quality components. I recommend this set to \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate and advanced modelers\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially those who value aircraft models from the Cold War period. Due to the number of small parts and the need for assembly and painting, I rate the build difficulty as \u003cstrong\u003e3 out of 5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis model is perfect as an addition to a collection of plastic combat aircraft models and as a base for creating a diorama from the Vietnam War era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720005964110,"sku":"HAA12","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d267af9d03f391fa44e699f7859a6934.jpg?v=1755488372","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/13199-hasegawa-a12-a-37-ab-dragonfly-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}