Honor the final chapter of Grumman's legendary fighter with Fine Molds' 1/72 scale F-14A Tomcat Bombcat, depicting the VF-154 "Black Knights" aircraft that became the last F-14 seen in Japan. This kit captures the 2003 configuration following the squadron's return from Afghanistan, featuring the LANTIRN pod and under-fuselage smart bomb racks that transformed this air superiority fighter into a precision bomber. The variable-geometry wings and distinctive markings are faithfully reproduced.
Key Features
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1/72 scale plastic model kit of US Navy F-14A Tomcat Bombcat.
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Represents VF-154 "Black Knights" markings after Afghanistan deployment (2003).
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The last F-14 configuration visible in Japan before F/A-18F replacement.
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Includes newly tooled under-fuselage bomb rack for smart ordnance.
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LANTIRN targeting pod equipped for night attack capability.
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Variable-geometry wings (VG wings) for low-altitude performance and payload.
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Faithful recreation of late-era Tomcat as precision bomber.
Why Choose This
Naval aviation enthusiasts will appreciate this tribute to the F-14's final combat role, transitioning from fleet defender to ground attack platform. The VF-154 markings represent the last Tomcat seen on Japanese soil, a significant milestone in the aircraft's history. Fine Molds' new bomb rack tooling captures the ordnance configuration that defined the Bombcat's mission over Afghanistan. This kit preserves the memory of the Tomcat's spectacular finale as a highly accurate bomber.
Product Information
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Manufacturer: Fine Molds
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Product Number: FX09
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Scale: 1/72
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Aircraft: Grumman F-14A Tomcat Bombcat
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Squadron: VF-154 "Black Knights"
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Era: 2003 (post-Afghanistan deployment, return to Japan)
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Features: LANTIRN pod, under-fuselage bomb rack, variable-geometry wings
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Markings: VF-154 configuration as last F-14 seen in Japan
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Includes: Newly tooled bomb rack parts
Add this significant late-era Tomcat to your collection and celebrate the F-14's final combat chapter. The VF-154 "Black Knights" markings honor the last Tomcat witnessed on Japanese soil. Order your Fine Molds kit today and build a piece of naval aviation history.
