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H-M Lockheed F104N Starfighter NASA Edwards AFB 1:72 Scale LOWEST PRICE
$ 42.21
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Description
The Lockheed F-104 Starfighter is a single engine supersonic interceptor which was extensively deployed as a fighter-bomber during the Cold War. It was designed for the United States Air Force and was developed into an all-weather multi-role aircraft in the early 1960's. It has been manufactured by several other nations and has seen widespread service outside the United States.The F-104 first flew on 04 March, 1954 and was activated by the United States Air Force on 26 February, 1958. It flew over 5,000 sorties during the Vietnam Conflict. The F-104C variant was a fighter-bomber for the United States Air Force Tactical Air Command (TAC). It has improved fire-control radar and had in-flight refueling capability. There were a total of seventy-seven F-104C's manufactured. On 14 December, 1959, an F-104C set a world altitude record of 103,389 feet. There were a total of 2,578 of multiple variants manufactured.
There were three purpose buuilt, single seat Starfighters manufactured by Lockheed for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). These aircraft were designated as F-104N 011, 012 and 013. They were used as high speed chase planes. On 19 August 1963, this aircraft (NASA 011) was delivered to NASA and in 1970, was repainted in NASA's white, light blue, dark blue color scheme. Later the colors became just white and blue and the registration was changed to N811NA. The aircraft's last flight took place on 23 October 1987, after having flown 4,370 flights.
This beautiful 1:72 scale Hobby Master die-cast reproduction of this famous aircraft is an extremely detailed and difficult model to find at this price. It is
approximately 10.00" long
, and can be shown with or without landing gear on the included display stand. All sales are final. Shipping to the continental USA only.
NOTE:
This is a highly detailed reproduction of this famous aircraft
at the
lowest available price
.
The photographs shown are representative and for reference only. The model
for sale is new and has never been opened.
This is the only one available.