Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet Aircraft "VMFA-232, Red Devils" (2014) from the United States Marine Corps, part of the "Air Power Series" by Hobby Master, comes in brand new box and features detailed exterior true-to-scale detail. The model includes a pilot figure, has an opening canopy, detachable ordnance loads, detachable landing gear, and a display stand. Constructed from diecast metal and plastic, it offers durability and a heavy, realistic feel, with realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details that authentically replicate the real-life aircraft. Dimensions are approximately 9.25 inches in length with a 6.25-inch wingspan. The F/A-18C Hornet, Bureau Number 165222, served with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232 (VMFA-232), the “Red Devils,” one of the oldest and most storied squadrons in the United States Marine Corps. By November 2014, 165222 was part of VMFA-232’s deployment cycle during a period of high operational demand, supporting U.S. and coalition forces in the Middle East. The squadron’s Hornets, including 165222, were tasked with missions ranging from close air support for troops on the ground to precision strike operations and armed overwatch in support of Operation Inherent Resolve against ISIS forces in Iraq and Syria. VMFA-232’s deployment in 2014 coincided with the early stages of coalition efforts to roll back ISIS advances, with aircraft like 165222 armed with precision-guided munitions such as JDAMs and laser-guided bombs to provide Marines and allied forces with immediate and accurate strike capabilities against enemy positions, vehicles, and fortified targets. The F/A-18C’s versatility allowed it to switch seamlessly between strike missions and air defense roles, ensuring air superiority was maintained while ground forces advanced, a hallmark of the Hornet’s combat career, with 165222 carrying forward that legacy. The Red Devils had a long history of combat service tracing back to World War II, and by 2014 they were among the last Marine Corps squadrons flying the “legacy” Hornet before transitioning to the F-35B. Aircraft like 165222 represented both the enduring combat effectiveness of the F/A-18C and the professionalism of Marine aviators in demanding combat theaters. This 1:72 scale model captures the sleek lines and combat markings of a Marine Corps workhorse during the fight against ISIS in 2014, with accurate squadron insignia and detailed finishing, making it a striking tribute to VMFA-232’s proud history and the combat-proven Hornet.

• Brand New Condition: This product is 100% brand new, unused, and in original condition.
• Brand New Condition: This product is 100% brand new, unused, and in original condition.