Hasegawa 02499 - 1:72 F-35 Lightning II B Version VMFA-242 Special Marking

1:72 scale F-35B Lightning II VMFA-242 Special Marking plastic model kit

The 1:72 scale F-35B Lightning II in VMFA-242 Special Marking by Hasegawa represents a fifth-generation multirole fighter operated by the United States Marine Corps. The F-35B variant is capable of Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing (STOVL) operations.

What’s included in the box:

• plastic parts for fuselage and wing assembly
• detailed cockpit
• air intakes and engine exhaust nozzle
• landing gear components
• VMFA-242 special marking decals
• assembly instructions

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 21.7 cm
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Assembly and building process:

The model is assembled by gluing plastic parts according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It recreates the distinctive angular stealth design of the F-35, including its internal weapon bays and single engine optimized for STOVL capability.

Required tools:

• modeling knife or cutters
• files or sandpaper
• brushes
• plastic cement
• set of paints

About the F-35B Lightning II:

The F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation multirole fighter developed under the Joint Strike Fighter program. The F-35B variant was designed for users requiring short take-off and vertical landing capability. It combines advanced avionics, stealth characteristics, and broad combat versatility.

Original aircraft technical data:

• Length: approx. 15.6 m
• Wingspan: approx. 10.7 m
• Powerplant: turbofan engine
• Maximum speed: approx. Mach 1.6

About Hasegawa:

Hasegawa is a Japanese plastic model manufacturer offering a wide range of aircraft kits in the most popular scales. The company is known for its precise detailing and broad selection of modern military aircraft subjects.