Hasegawa 02491 - 1:72 F-14A Tomcat VF-2 Bounty Hunters 1976

Plastic model kit of the F-14A Tomcat – VF-2 “Bounty Hunters” 1976

Hasegawa 02491 in 1:72 scale depicts the F-14A Tomcat in the markings of VF-2 “Bounty Hunters” during 1976. This squadron was among the first to operate the Tomcat aboard the USS Enterprise, showcasing the capabilities of the new air superiority fighter. With its variable-geometry wings, twin engines and powerful Phoenix missile system, the F-14A became a symbol of US Navy air power in the 1970s and 1980s.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 26.5 cm
• Wingspan: 27–27.5 cm (depending on wing position)
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Skill level: beginner / intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and modeling tools are not included. The kit is intended for self-assembly.

Model building:

The kit includes a detailed fuselage, cockpit for two crew members, landing gear, variable-sweep wings and air-to-air weapons. Decals are provided for VF-2 “Bounty Hunters” 1976 markings. Thanks to precise fit and clear instructions, this kit is suitable for both beginner and intermediate modelers.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Brushes and/or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Paints in 1970s US Navy schemes
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue for fine details

About the F-14A Tomcat:

The Grumman F-14A Tomcat entered US Navy service in 1974 as the successor to the F-4 Phantom II. Powered by twin Pratt & Whitney TF30 engines and featuring variable-geometry wings, it could reach speeds over Mach 2.3. Its main advantage was the AIM-54 Phoenix missile system, capable of engaging targets at ranges beyond 150 km. VF-2 “Bounty Hunters” was one of the first squadrons to operate the Tomcat and demonstrated its full potential aboard USS Enterprise during the mid-1970s.

Technical data of the original:

• Manufacturer: Grumman (USA)
• Crew: 2 (pilot and RIO)
• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney TF30-P-414A
• Maximum speed: Mach 2.34 (approx. 2485 km/h)
• Range: approx. 3000 km
• Armament: M61 Vulcan 20 mm cannon, AIM-7 Sparrow, AIM-9 Sidewinder, AIM-54 Phoenix missiles
• Entered service: 1974

Hasegawa – plastic model manufacturer

Hasegawa is a Japanese manufacturer renowned for high-quality plastic kits. Their 1:72 scale aircraft models, such as the F-14A Tomcat, let modelers recreate iconic naval fighters from the Cold War era in miniature.