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McDonnell Douglas EF-18A Hornet, Ala 12 “Gatos” Spanish Air Force, 2020, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model Online Sale
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McDonnell Douglas EF-18A Hornet, Ala 12 “Gatos” Spanish Air Force, 2020, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model
- Air Power Series
- Realistic collectible model
- Diecast & plastic parts.
- Stand included.
- Measures approximately: 9.25” L x 6.25” Wingspan
- Box dimensions: 10.2” x 10.2” x 3.4”
- Display model recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.
ALA 12 wing has been based at Torrejon AB since 1959 and since 1989 the unit has been equipped with F/18A/B Hornets. Between October 17 and 30th 2020 the unit took part in “Exercise Sky 2020” hosted by ALA 46 at Gando AB on the Canary Islands. This exercise is similar to others and is meant to increase operational readiness and improve intra unit efficiency. One of ALA 12’s aircraft that took part was 12-09/C15-51 serial 0781/A567. The main task for ALA-12 is tactical air support and maritime operations.
This Hobby Master model is a replica of EF-18A Hornet 12-09/C15-51 from Ala 12 “Gatos” Spanish Air Force based at Torrejon Air Base, 2020.
As with most Hobby Master models this EF-18A features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details an opening canopy, a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details), weapons complement, pilot figure, optional-position landing gear, authentic squadron markings, and a display stand.
Specifications :
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Role: |
Fighter/Attack |
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Manufactured: |
1980 to 1987 |
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Numbers Produced: |
A – 371 |
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B – 40 |
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Crew: |
A – 1 |
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B – 2 |
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Dimensions |
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Length: |
56 ft 0 in (17.07 m) |
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Wingspan: |
40 ft 8 in (12.4 m) |
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Folded: |
27 ft 6 in (8.38 m) |
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Height: |
15 ft 4 in (4.66 m) |
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Weight: |
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Empty: |
28,000 lbs (12,700 kg) |
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Gross: |
38,000 lbs (17,240 kg) |
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Maximum Take off: |
56,000 lb (25,400 kg) |
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Performance |
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Engines: |
2 X GE F404-GE turbofans producing 10,600 lb.s.t. dry & 15,800 lb.s.t with afterburning per engine |
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Fuel: |
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Internal: |
1,670 U.S. gal (6,322 l) |
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External: |
As many as 3 X 330 U.S. gal (1,249 l) drop tanks |
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Maximum Fuel: |
2,660 U.S. gal (10,070 l) |
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Maximum Speed: |
Mach 1.8 1,190 mph (1,915 km/h) @ 35,000 ft (10,670 m) |
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Landing Speed: |
150 mph (241.4 km/h) |
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Combat Ceiling: |
50,000 ft (15,240 m) |
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Maximum Range: |
2,875 miles (4,627 km) |
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Armament: |
1 X 20 mm M61A1 cannon in nose Plus |
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Hard Points: |
4 X under-wing |
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2 X fuselage corner stations |
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1 X center-line |
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2 X wing-tip |
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To carry AIM-9 Sidewinder Missiles Or |
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AIM-7 Sparrow Missiles Plus |
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Up to 3 external fuel tanks and other assorted ordnance |
