USAF A-10C 75th FS Flying Tigers Academy 1/48 Scale
Scale: 1:48
Box Dim. 410x260x85 mm.
The Fairchild-Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a ground-attack aircraft designed to provide close air support to troops on the battlefield. The prototype's first flight took place in 1972, and serial production ran from 1975 to 1984, with a total of 715 units built.
Specifications:
Maximum speed: 706 km/h (450 mph)
Maximum range: 3,950 km (23,950 mi)
Rate of climb: 30.5 m/s (100.5 ft/s)
Main armament: 30 mm GAU-8/A cannon
Cargo capacity: 6,500 to 7,300 kg (14,500 to 16,500 lb), depending on fuel.
Initially designed to counter the Warsaw Pact armored threat, the A-10 is known for its high damage resistance and maneuverability in low-speed combat.
The A-10C Thunderbolt II distinguished itself in Operation Desert Storm, demonstrating its effectiveness and robustness in combat.