{"product_id":"52198-italeri-1456-f-8e-crusader-172","title":"Italeri 1456 F-8E Crusader 1\/72","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eItaleri 1456 F-8E Crusader 1\/72 – Plastic Model Kit of a Combat Aircraft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItaleri 1456 F-8E Crusader 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit representing one of the most recognizable supersonic aircraft – the American Vought F-8E Crusader fighter jet. The model is recreated in 1\/72 scale, which offers an excellent balance between detail, ease of display, and construction. It is the perfect choice for aircraft model collectors as well as military aviation enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating countries:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States (US Navy, US Marines), France (Marine Nationale)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War era, 1957–1999, combat actions during the Vietnam War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit material:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality plastic, allowing for precise detailing, ideal for painting and customization\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit for assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprues with parts, decals, assembly instructions (glue and paints sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Description and Technical Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Vought F-8E Crusader is an iconic American supersonic carrier-based fighter, designed in the 1950s as a successor to the F7U Cutlass. The aircraft stood out for its innovative aerodynamic solutions and exceptional maneuverability. Thanks to the Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney J57 engine with afterburner, the F-8E achieved speeds of up to Mach 1.8, giving it an advantage in aerial combat over most adversaries of its time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Crusader gained fame during the Vietnam War, where it performed as an air superiority fighter and bomber escort. Its unique design – armed with four 20mm cannons and capable of carrying air-to-air missiles as well as bombs – earned it the nickname \"Last of the Gunfighters.\" It was also operated by the French Navy on Clemenceau-class aircraft carriers until the end of the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Advantages:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFaithfully reproduced panel lines and fuselage details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional weapon configurations and decals allowing for either American or French markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent quality plastic parts for easy fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser-friendly assembly instructions with clear diagrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend this model for both beginner modellers and more advanced military aviation enthusiasts.\u003c\/strong\u003e We rate the difficulty level at \u003cstrong\u003e2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – precise fitting and clear instructions make construction easy even for less experienced users. Italeri 1456 F-8E Crusader 1\/72 is an outstanding addition to any aircraft model collection and a great opportunity to learn the history of one of the most distinguished naval fighter jets of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723047752014,"sku":"IT1456","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/8b6b37a2dd7e7323ee20796eb31f5bec.jpg?v=1755551270","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/52198-italeri-1456-f-8e-crusader-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}