Hobby Master - 1/72 F-14A "Tomcat" 160388 VF-41"Black Aces" USS Nimitz 1978

Hobby Master 1/72 F-14A Tomcat – VF-41 "Black Aces" USS Nimitz 1978

The Hobby Master 1/72 F-14A Tomcat recreates one of the most iconic US Navy fighters of the Cold War era. Representing aircraft BuNo 160388 of VF-41 "Black Aces" aboard the USS Nimitz in 1978, this highly detailed model captures the unmistakable appearance of the legendary Grumman F-14 Tomcat during its early years of fleet service. With its distinctive twin-tail configuration, variable-sweep wings and classic VF-41 Black Aces markings, this premium 1/72 scale aircraft is an impressive centrepiece for military aviation and US Navy collections.

Key Features

• Highly detailed F-14A Tomcat collector aircraft
• Authentic VF-41 "Black Aces" squadron markings
• Represents aircraft BuNo 160388
• USS Nimitz carrier-based configuration
• 1978 US Navy presentation
• Detailed cockpit, landing gear and external features
• Iconic variable-sweep wing design
• Premium 1/72 scale display model

Model Specs / Scale / Brand

• Brand: Hobby Master
• Aircraft: Grumman F-14A Tomcat
• Bureau Number: 160388
• Squadron: VF-41 "Black Aces"
• Carrier: USS Nimitz
• Year: 1978
• Operator: United States Navy
• Scale: 1/72
• Category: Military Aircraft / Naval Aviation

Collector Notes / Why Collect

The Grumman F-14 Tomcat became one of the defining naval fighters of its generation. Designed around powerful radar, long-range interception capability and its distinctive variable-sweep wings, the Tomcat served as a cornerstone of US Navy carrier aviation for more than three decades. VF-41 "Black Aces" is one of the squadrons most closely associated with the F-14, making this 1978 USS Nimitz aircraft particularly attractive to collectors of Tomcats, US Navy aviation and Cold War military aircraft. Hobby Master is highly regarded among aircraft collectors for producing detailed pre-finished military aircraft models, making this 1/72 F-14A an impressive display piece without the need to build and paint a traditional model kit.

What's in the Box / Packaging

Includes one Hobby Master 1/72 F-14A Tomcat representing BuNo 160388 of VF-41 "Black Aces", USS Nimitz, 1978, supplied in manufacturer collector packaging with the accessories included for this release.

Compatibility / Display

The larger 1/72 scale provides excellent display presence and allows considerably more visible aircraft detail than smaller aviation scales. Perfect for displaying alongside other Hobby Master US Navy fighters, Cold War aircraft and carrier-based aviation models.

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