Hasegawa 02487 - 1:72 EA-18G Growler VAQ-134 Garudas 2024

EA-18G Growler – U.S. Navy Electronic Warfare Aircraft – Plastic Model Kit in 1/72 Scale – Hasegawa (VAQ-134 Garudas 2024)

This kit represents the EA-18G Growler, the U.S. Navy’s current electronic warfare aircraft, based on the F/A-18F Super Hornet. The VAQ-134 "Garudas" 2024 version features modern markings and detail. The aircraft is equipped with ALQ-218 sensors and ALQ-99 jamming pods for suppressing enemy radar and communication systems. The 1/72 scale kit captures the aircraft’s unique silhouette and specialized equipment.

Kit includes:

• Plastic sprues for assembly
• Decals for VAQ-134 "Garudas" (2024)
• Illustrated instructions and painting guide

Note: Kit does not include glue, paints, or tools. Assembly required.

Assembly information:

This is a manual assembly kit with step-by-step instructions. Decals replicate the squadron’s current livery and allow for a highly detailed finish.

Recommended tools and materials:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paintbrushes
• Plastic glue
• Paints as per instructions
• CA glue (if resin or metal parts included)

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1/72
• Length: approx. 25.4 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 18.6 cm
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Skill level: intermediate / advanced

About the EA-18G Growler:

The EA-18G Growler is a carrier-based electronic warfare aircraft that replaced the EA-6B Prowler. It entered service in 2009 and is equipped with advanced jamming systems such as the ALQ-218 and ALQ-99, along with anti-radiation missiles like the AGM-88 HARM. The Growler provides critical support to combat operations by suppressing enemy air defenses.

Original aircraft specifications:

• Crew: 2
• Engines: 2 × General Electric F414
• Max speed: over 1,900 km/h
• Range: approx. 2,300 km
• Armament: AGM-88 HARM, ALQ-99 ECM pods

This Hasegawa kit is a superb representation of a modern electronic warfare aircraft.

Its detail and current markings make the EA-18G Garudas 2024 a standout model in any 1/72 scale aircraft collection.