The Lightning evolved beyond its initial interceptor role into a very capable strike fighter and reconnaissance platform. The first production Lightning, the F.1, flew in October 1959, and deliveries began in the summer of 1960. It had a powerful radar and heat-seeking Firestreak missiles. A follow-on variant, the F.1A, had air-refueling capability and a UHF radio. The F.2 variant appeared in 1961, and had better range, speed and ceiling, a liquid-oxygen breathing system for the pilot, a steerable nosewheel, fully-variable afterburners, and improved electronics. The F.3, featuring two 16,360-pound thrust Avon engines, a larger square-tip fin, Red-Top missiles, and the capability of carrying two large over-wing fuel pods, entered service in 1964. The F.3A, later re-designated the F.6, was the result of a BAC recommendation to nearly double the Lightning's fuel capacity and to fit it with a redesigned wing. This modification allowed the airplane to carry more, be more efficient, and go faster.

Scale 1:72
Model Brief Length: 233.13 mm Wingspan: 148.06mm
Total Plastic Parts 88pcs
Box Size 38X24X5cm
Metal Parts n/a
Barcode 9580208016542
Resin Parts n/a
Qty. / Ctn 24pcs
Photo Etched Part n/a
MEAS. 63.6 X 39.1X49.6cm
Film Parts n/a
Total Sprues 8pcs
Decal Marking 1. Lightning F.6 XR 753, 23 Squadron , RAF, 1970
More Features There are 84 parts in light grey plastic, 4 clear parts for canopy and missile

Please explain:
Messages of this section are not monitored by HiModel, it is for review and discussion among customers only.