{"product_id":"59152-quickboost-qb48797-f-14ab-tomcat-chin-pod-with-ecmtcs-equip-tamiya-148","title":"Quickboost QB48797 F-14A\/B Tomcat chin pod with ECM\/TCS equip. Tamiya 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eQuickboost QB48797 F-14A\/B Tomcat Chin Pod with ECM\/TCS Equip. (Tamiya 1\/48)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuickboost QB48797 F-14A\/B Tomcat chin pod with ECM\/TCS equip.\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium upgrade set dedicated to the 1\/48 scale Grumman F-14A\/B Tomcat fighter model, manufactured by Tamiya. This product allows for a precise recreation of the characteristic under-fuselage pod (chin pod) equipped with ECM\/TCS systems, which became standard in the later variants of this legendary aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIntended for: \u003cstrong\u003eGrumman F-14A\/B Tomcat\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatibility: \u003cstrong\u003eTamiya model\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOriginal end user country: \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States of America (US Navy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality resin\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003eresin upgrade set for plastic models\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe F-14 Tomcat is a legendary American carrier-based air superiority fighter, introduced into US Navy service in 1974 and intensively used throughout the Cold War period until the early 21st century. It is particularly renowned for its deployment during the Gulf conflicts, Operation Desert Storm, and interventions in the Balkans. Chin pods, equipped with \u003cstrong\u003eECM (Electronic Countermeasures)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTCS (Television Camera Set)\u003c\/strong\u003e systems, enabled identification and jamming of enemy radars, significantly enhancing the Tomcat’s combat advantage. Upgrades to this element became standard in most later versions of the aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe part is made from precisely cast \u003cstrong\u003eresin\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering sharp details unattainable in plastic equivalents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVery easy assembly – components are designed specifically for Tamiya models and require minimal processing or fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe set does not include metal parts – all components are made from high-quality resin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eApplication and Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe set is recommended for both intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers who wish to depict the F-14A\/B in configurations typical of Cold War operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis upgrade significantly increases the realism of the model and more accurately represents the versions used by the U.S. Navy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAssembly difficulty: \u003cstrong\u003e2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – recommended for modelers experienced with resin parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eQuickboost QB48797 is a compact, precise detail that gives your F-14 model an authentic character. It is a refined, easy-to-install add-on for modelers who value perfect detail and realism. Guaranteed compatibility with Tamiya kits ensures satisfaction for even the most demanding aircraft modelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Quickboost","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723465675086,"sku":"QB48797","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/3805ca291ad623c86a22bfae27be319b.jpg?v=1755558805","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/59152-quickboost-qb48797-f-14ab-tomcat-chin-pod-with-ecmtcs-equip-tamiya-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}