{"product_id":"1429-trumpeter-01616-ra-5c-vigilante-172","title":"Trumpeter 01616 RA-5C Vigilante 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 01616 RA-5C Vigilante (1\/72) – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Trumpeter 01616 RA-5C Vigilante is a precisely crafted 1:72 scale plastic reconnaissance aircraft model, designed for demanding model aircraft enthusiasts. The kit depicts the American carrier-based strategic reconnaissance aircraft RA-5C Vigilante, one of the fastest carrier aircraft in the history of U.S. aviation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperator country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational use:\u003c\/strong\u003e US Navy aircraft carriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality polystyrene plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength of finished model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 317 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 137 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e precise multi-part sprues\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in the kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e decals for three liveries, clear cockpit canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The RA-5C Vigilante is the reconnaissance version of the supersonic North American A-5 attack aircraft, developed in the late 1950s for the United States Navy. The aircraft gained popularity as a long-range reconnaissance platform, used primarily during the Vietnam War (1960s-70s – Cold War era). These planes carried out dangerous missions over heavily defended areas, providing critical intelligence data to the US Navy and allied forces.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Trumpeter kit is highly accurate – with a meticulously reproduced fuselage, distinct panel lines and surface details, finely rendered landing gear bays, and a detailed cockpit section with a clear canopy. The model is aimed at intermediate to advanced modelers, offering a satisfying level of detail. The included decals allow you to build authentic color schemes of units operating from carrier decks. Due to the number of small parts and advanced details, this model is recommended for those with some aircraft modeling experience.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Evaluation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This kit is especially recommended for collectors and naval aviation enthusiasts, as well as modelers interested in the Cold War era. It offers realistic details and extensive upgrade potential. The model's build difficulty level is rated at \u003cb\u003e3\/5\u003c\/b\u003e (intermediate). The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719696339278,"sku":"TRUM01616","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/873c90515071977131a996ed9faa21da.jpg?v=1755478392","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/1429-trumpeter-01616-ra-5c-vigilante-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}