- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Northrop F-5N Tiger II Aircraft "Red 117, 761533, Adversary Fighter, VFC-111 Sundowners" United States Navy "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Includes pilot figure.
- Has opening canopy.
- Includes display stand.
- Officially licensed product.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 7.75, Wingspan- 4.5 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Northrop F-5N Tiger II is a modernized adversary version of the classic lightweight fighter, acquired by the U.S. Navy to provide realistic dissimilar air combat training for fleet squadrons. Originally designed as an affordable, agile supersonic fighter, the F-5 gained combat experience in multiple air forces around the world, proving its effectiveness in both air-to-air and ground-attack roles. The Navy’s F-5N variant was refurbished and upgraded with improved avionics, structural enhancements, and compatibility with modern training systems to extend its service life as a dedicated aggressor aircraft.
- Aircraft 761533, marked as “Red 117,” served with Fighter Composite Squadron 111 (VFC-111), known as the “Sundowners,” in 2014. Based at Naval Air Station Key West, VFC-111 operates adversary fighters to replicate potential enemy tactics, aircraft performance profiles, and threat presentations. The F-5N’s small size, high maneuverability, and relatively low operating cost make it ideal for simulating foreign fighter aircraft in air combat training exercises. “Red 117” wore a distinctive adversary paint scheme designed to enhance visual identification and replicate threat aircraft aesthetics during mock engagements.
- Although the F-5N in U.S. Navy service is not used in direct combat conflicts, the F-5 family has an extensive global combat history, including service in conflicts such as the Vietnam War and various regional wars in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. In the adversary role, aircraft like “Red 117” contribute to combat readiness by challenging front-line Navy and Marine Corps pilots in realistic air combat scenarios. Through participation in exercises and fleet training detachments, VFC-111 ensures that carrier air wing pilots are prepared for potential high-intensity conflicts against capable near-peer opponents.
- This 1:72 scale model captures the aggressive stance and striking adversary camouflage of the Navy’s dedicated training fighter, making it an eye-catching and historically significant addition for collectors of modern U.S. naval aviation.
Return Policy
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⏱️ Timeframe
You have 21 days from the date your order is placed to notify us about any return or exchange request. We'll take it from there.
📦 Damaged or Defective Items
Please inspect your order as soon as it arrives. If anything is damaged or defective, let us know immediately – we need to file a carrier claim quickly. We can't accept returns or refunds if we aren't informed promptly.
🔧 Condition & Packaging
Items must be returned in their original factory condition and inside the original box, packed exactly as the manufacturer shipped them. Never glue or repair parts without our written authorisation – items that have been glued or returned without the original box will not be accepted.
🌍 International Forwarding
If your order is sent to a US‑based freight forwarder and then forwarded internationally, we cannot be held responsible for any damage that occurs during that second leg of transit.
🚚 Shipping Costs
Shipping and handling fees are non‑refundable, except when we send you the wrong item. In that rare case, contact us to arrange a return label or pickup. Once we receive the incorrect item back, we'll send you the correct replacement or issue a full refund if the correct item is out of stock. Please notify us of any wrong item ASAP.
📬 Unclaimed / Undeliverable
If your package is unclaimed, refused, or undeliverable, it will be cancelled and refunded – but we'll deduct the original shipping cost from your refund.
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