Hasegawa 02485 F-35 Lightning II (A Version) 'J.A.S.D.F 302 Sq 50th Anniversary' 1/72

The Hasegawa 02485 plastic model kit depicts the highly modern, multi-role F-35A Lightning II fighter jet in precise 1/72 scale. This is an exclusive offer prepared for the 50th anniversary of the 302nd Squadron of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (J.A.S.D.F.), one of the most recognized units of Tokyo’s military aviation, whose distinctive eagle insignia adorns the special anniversary livery of the plane.

The F-35A Lightning II is a fifth-generation stealth aircraft with conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL), designed by the Lockheed Martin consortium and deployed in NATO countries and several U.S. allies. Japan began operating this aircraft in 2016, and the featured 302nd JASDF Squadron, based in Misawa, was among the first to convert to this type. The F-35A is used in modern reconnaissance missions, airspace defense, and precision strike operations—combining advanced stealth technology, network-centric battlefield management, and extensive weapon capabilities.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Japan (J.A.S.D.F.)
• Historical period: contemporary times (after 2016)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Finely detailed surfaces, panels, and pilot cockpit
• Large decal sheet with unique 302nd Squadron 50th anniversary markings
• The kit does not include photo-etched or resin accessories

The Hasegawa 02485 model stands out with excellent quality sprues and detailed surface textures of the fuselage, panels, and armament, faithfully replicating the real F-35A aircraft. Thanks to outstanding decals, you can precisely recreate the anniversary scheme of the 302nd Squadron, giving the model a truly unique collector's character.

This kit is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5), as well as enthusiasts of modern aviation and stealth technology. It not only serves as a fantastic base for airbrush painting and realistic weathering, but is also a real treat for collectors of limited editions and fans of Japanese military aviation.