1/48 Platz USAF A-10C Thunderbolt II 100th Anniversary Special Marking with Photo- Etched Parts

About the Actual Aircraft

The A-10 Thunderbolt II is a U.S. military close air support and ground attack aircraft that entered service in 1977. It features twin engines and a straight wing design. Eleven hard points on the underside of the wings and fuselage allow it to carry 7,260 kg of ordnance, and it is equipped with a GAU-8/A Avenger autocannon in the nose, providing excellent offensive capabilities.

The A-10C, introduced in 2005, features a glass cockpit. It saw combat in the Gulf War and continues to serve in U.S. state air forces.

About the Product

This set includes the Platz/Italeri 1/48 scale A-10C Thunderbolt II, a popular aircraft among aircraft model enthusiasts, along with a separately sold photo-etched detail-up parts set.

The aircraft’s distinctive form, with its straight wings and twin engines mounted on its back, is recreated in a special livery commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Maryland Air National Guard’s founding in 2021. This impressive model measures approximately 33cm in length and
includes a luxurious set of photo-etched parts for enhanced exterior and interior detailing. The kit’s sharp, realistic finish is enhanced by pre-printed color photo-etched parts for the cockpit instruments and other details, ensuring ease of use. A detailed instruction manual is also included.

While these parts are also available separately, this set includes everything you need for easy installation.

The price is also a great value compared to purchasing them separately.

Kit Features

• This kit recreates the 1/48 scale U.S. Air Force A-10C Thunderbolt II attack aircraft in the Maryland Air National Guard’s 100th anniversary livery, and includes exclusive photo-etched parts.
• Kit parts are manufactured by Italeri. Etched parts are made by Eduard.
• This model recreates the aircraft that was specially painted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Maryland Air National Guard’s founding in 2021.
• Includes four dedicated etchings for the interior and exterior, including color etchings.