Hasegawa 07562 - 1:48 F/A-18D Hornet VFMA-232 Red Devils 2025

Plastic model kit of the F/A-18D Hornet VFMA-232 Red Devils 2025 in 1:48 scale

Hasegawa 07562 represents the two-seat F/A-18D Hornet multirole fighter in the markings of VFMA-232 Red Devils from 2025. The kit recreates the appearance of the modern combat aircraft operated by the United States Marine Corps, equipped with advanced avionics, air-to-air and air-to-ground combat capabilities, and the ability to operate from both aircraft carriers and land bases.

• Plastic model kit in 1:48 scale
• Features the F/A-18D Hornet VFMA-232 Red Devils 2025
• Two-seat combat and training version
• Detailed cockpit and airframe surfaces
• Weapons and external fuel tanks included
• Red Devils squadron decals included
• Assembly instructions included
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: approx. 36 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 24.8 cm
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. The model requires assembly and painting.

Model assembly

The kit contains plastic parts that require cutting, assembly, and painting. The finished model recreates a modern combat aircraft with realistically detailed cockpit features, weapons, and the distinctive markings of a US Marine Corps squadron.

Essential tools

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper for part cleanup
• Paint brushes
• Plastic model glue
• Model paints
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

Original aircraft specifications:

• Length: 17.07 m → model: approx. 36 cm
• Wingspan: 11.43 m → model: approx. 24.8 cm
• Powerplant: 2 × General Electric F404 jet engines
• Maximum speed: approx. Mach 1.8
• Aircraft type: multirole fighter

About the F/A-18D Hornet:

The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet was developed as a multirole combat aircraft capable of performing both fighter and strike missions. The F/A-18D version is a two-seat variant used by the United States Marine Corps for combat operations, training, and close air support missions. The aircraft is known for its agility, reliability, and ability to operate from aircraft carriers. The VFMA-232 “Red Devils” squadron is one of the oldest aviation units of the US Marine Corps and has participated in numerous combat operations from World War II to modern conflicts.

About Hasegawa

Hasegawa is a renowned Japanese plastic model manufacturer known for its high-quality aircraft, automotive, motorcycle, and collectible kits. The company is especially respected for its accurate military and civilian aircraft models in the most popular modeling scales.