Hobby Boss 80348 General-Dynamics F-111A Aardvark (1/48)

Hobby Boss 80348 General-Dynamics F-111A Aardvark (1:48) is a high-quality plastic model kit, designed for military aviation enthusiasts and advanced modelers who appreciate both historical accuracy and the highest level of technical detail. The model is reproduced in the popular 1/48 scale, guaranteeing a perfect balance between detail and display convenience on a shelf or in a diorama.

History of the F-111A Aardvark Aircraft

The F-111A Aardvark is a legendary American multi-role fighter-bomber, designed by General Dynamics. The first units entered service with the United States Air Force (USAF) in the late 1960s. The aircraft was one of the most innovative designs of the Cold War era, distinguished by its unique variable-geometry wing layout and the ability to perform supersonic flights at very low altitudes. The F-111A was widely used during the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm in 1991, where it gained fame for successful attacks made possible by its precise guidance system.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United States of America (USAF)
• Period of service: Cold War (from 1967 to 1996)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Product category: plastic model kit
• Extras: precise cockpit and armament details, and decals with original USAF markings

Features of the Hobby Boss 80348 Model

The Hobby Boss 80348 F-111A Aardvark (1/48) is designed to replicate even the smallest details of the real aircraft. The model features a richly detailed cockpit, realistic landing gear bays, and a full set of weapons characteristic for this version of the aircraft. The kit does not include glue or paints – giving the modeler complete freedom for customization.

We recommend this product especially to military aviation history enthusiasts, intermediate to advanced modelers (difficulty level 4/5), and collectors who value the highest level of realism and solid craftsmanship in 1/48 scale models. The F-111A model allows you to build a legendary Cold War aircraft and will complement any aircraft model collection with an important American combat plane.