Italeri 91232 - 1:72 F-111A Aardvark

Italeri 91232 – General Dynamics F-111A Aardvark, 1:72 model kit

Italeri 91232 is a self-assembly model of the General Dynamics F-111A Aardvark fighter-bomber in 1:72 scale. A characteristic feature of the original – and the model – is the variable-sweep wing.

What's in the box:

• Injection-moulded plastic parts
• Clear sprue
• Decals with marking options per the instructions
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Product code: 91232
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Assembled length: approx. 311 mm, wingspan (spread): approx. 267 mm
• Difficulty: intermediate

Note: the set does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Assembly:

Before gluing, we recommend dry-fitting the parts and gently cleaning up the gate marks. It is worth painting the interior and small details before closing up the sub-assemblies.

We recommend applying the decals over a gloss coat, which limits the risk of decal silvering, and after drying sealing them with a matt or satin coat.

Required tools:

• Modelling nippers
• Modelling knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper
• Plastic cement
• Precise modelling tweezers
• Primer, brushes and modelling paints
• Modelling wash to emphasise details

About the aircraft – General Dynamics F-111A Aardvark:

The General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark is an American twin-engine, supersonic combat aircraft with variable-sweep wings, produced from the late 1960s. A crew of two sat side by side in a cockpit fitted with an emergency escape capsule. The F-111A was used during the Vietnam War for night and low-level strikes, thanks to advanced avionics enabling low-altitude high-speed flight.

Specifications (General Dynamics F-111A):

• Length: approx. 22.4 m
• Wingspan: approx. 19.2 m (spread) / approx. 9.7 m (swept)
• Crew: 2
• Powerplant: two Pratt & Whitney TF30 turbofan engines
• Maximum speed: approx. Mach 2.5
• Armament: bombs and missiles in an internal bay and on underwing pylons

About the manufacturer – Italeri:

Italeri is an Italian manufacturer of plastic models in business since 1962, offering a wide range of aircraft, military vehicles, trucks and ships in popular scales. The brand is valued for its accessibility and wide availability in model shops.