{"product_id":"10240-italeri-1344-starfighters-f-104g-172","title":"Italeri 1344 Starfighters F-104G 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eItaleri 1344 Starfighters F-104G (1\/72) – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Italeri 1344 Starfighters F-104G model in 1\/72 scale is a faithfully reproduced miniature of one of the most recognizable jet fighters of the second half of the 20th century. The F-104G Starfighter is an American design created to push the boundaries of speed and altitude in military aviation. The famous “Eleven” was developed by Lockheed, and in the F-104G variant it was widely exported and also produced under license in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, and Italy. This aircraft remained in service with many NATO countries – including West Germany, Italy, Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, Turkey, and Spain – from the early 1960s to the 1980s, during the Cold War era.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The F-104G Starfighter was intensively used for both fighter missions and as a fighter-bomber, and it often served in training and interception roles. Its most well-known uses were with the German Luftwaffe, as well as participation in NATO operations related to the defense of Western Europe.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel scale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser country: USA (manufacturer), most NATO countries (including Germany, Italy, Canada, Netherlands)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: Cold War (1960s-1980s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic (modeling polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include paints or glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProduct category: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit, landing gear, and armament features\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals included for markings of several NATO countries’ versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This Italeri model is appreciated among modelers for its high level of detail, good fit of the parts, and the possibility to build several marking variants – including the Luftwaffe and air forces of countries such as Canada or Italy. The kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3\/5) who wish to expand their collection with a legendary jet that had a significant impact on the development of NATO aviation during the Cold War.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    If you’re looking for a unique modeling project with an interesting historical background, the Italeri 1344 Starfighters F-104G in 1:72 scale is the perfect choice – offering satisfaction from assembly and an impressive finished result on any collector’s shelf.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719937642830,"sku":"IT1344","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d99b4b371d1ed2bc1cd77bd66c4b780d.jpg?v=1755486397","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/10240-italeri-1344-starfighters-f-104g-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}