Collect 48005 1/48 AIR FORCE A-12 Avenger II 4450th Tactical Group Aircraft Kit

Details of Collect 48005 1/48 AIR FORCE A-12 Avenger II 4450th Tactical Group Aircraft Kit

Basic Specifications

• Item No.: Collect 48005 • Scale: 1/48 • Subject: AIR FORCE A-12 Avenger II 4450th Tactical Group Aircraft • Kit Type: Unpainted resin and photo-etched assembly kit, glue and paint required • Parts Count: Multiple high-precision resin parts and photo-etched metal parts • Includes photo-etched metal detail parts • Package Weight: approx 120 g • Figures, glue, paints and tools NOT included

Kit Contents

• Complete resin fuselage, wing and tail components replicating the unique flying wing layout of A-12 Avenger II • Finely cast resin cockpit parts, ejection seat and internal structural details • Precision photo-etched parts for cockpit interior, access panels and delicate external fittings • Authentic airframe shape reproducing the prototype of A-12 Avenger II • Decals for 4450th Tactical Group camouflage and unit marking schemes • Detailed step-by-step illustrated instruction manual for easy assembly

Kit Features

• Accurately reproduced overall shape and proportion of the A-12 Avenger II stealth attack aircraft in standard 1/48 aviation model scale • Exquisite resin casting with fine surface engraved lines and structural textures, restoring real airframe industrial details • Matching photo-etched metal parts enrich tiny component details, greatly improving model refinement and simulation degree • Reasonable part collocation and assembly logic, suitable for aircraft model modification and scene upgrading • Perfect for aviation model collection, stealth aircraft diorama production and high-end model display

Recommended Skill Level

• Suitable for aviation model enthusiasts, aircraft modification players and military diorama makers. Intermediate model builders can complete assembly smoothly, and novice players can finish production with careful operation and patience.

Historical Background

• The A-12 Avenger II was an advanced U.S. stealth carrier-based attack aircraft project developed in the late Cold War. It adopted a tailless flying wing design to achieve low radar cross-section for penetrating enemy air defenses. Planned to serve on aircraft carriers, the program was cancelled before production due to rising costs and technical risks. The 4450th Tactical Group was a classified USAF unit associated with secret stealth aircraft test operations. As a rare prototype stealth aircraft model, this kit has high research and collection value for aviation model fans.

Full-Size Aircraft Reference Specifications (A-12 Avenger II)

• Service Period: Project cancelled before service, late Cold War development • Applicable Branch: United States Air Force / United States Navy • Main Mission: Stealth deep strike, anti-surface attack • Equipment Attribute: Advanced stealth flying wing attack aircraft • Design Feature: Low observable tailless flying wing configuration