{"product_id":"67269-reskit-rs72-0188-1000-lb-retarded-bomb-checks-117-tail-951-tail-fuze-4-pcs-172","title":"RESKIT RS72-0188 1000 LB RETARDED BOMB CHECKS (117 TAIL-951 TAIL FUZE) (4 PCS) 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRESKIT RS72-0188 1000 LB RETARDED BOMB CHECKS (117 TAIL-951 TAIL FUZE) (4 PCS) 1\/72 – detailed 1\/72 scale aircraft bomb set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRESKIT RS72-0188 1000 LB Retarded Bomb Checks is a high-quality set of four resin 1000-pound bombs designed for self-assembly and enhancing scale aircraft models in the popular 1\/72 scale. The components replicate American bombs with a retarded tail system, fitted with different types of tail fuzes: 117 Tail and 951 Tail Fuze. This set is an excellent upgrade for modelers building replicas of United States Air Force combat aircraft from the Cold War and modern eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican general-purpose bombs weighing 1000 lb (e.g., Mark 83) have been widely used since the 1950s, with retarded tail variants mainly employed in tactical bombing missions requiring bombs to be dropped from low altitude, allowing the aircraft to exit the blast zone before detonation. This type of bomb participated in conflicts such as the Vietnam War, Cold War operations, as well as numerous air missions at the end of the 20th and start of the 21st century, including actions in the Middle East. They were used on fighter-bombers such as the F-4 Phantom II, F-111, or A-4 Skyhawk, as well as contemporary combat aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72 – ideal for upgrading aircraft models in this scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality resin, ensuring crisp detailing and ease of handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 bombs with different tail variants and finely replicated fuzes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser country:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA, NATO countries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War, modern era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e resin model accessory, enhancement set for assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\/5 – suitable for beginner and intermediate modelers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is recommended both for diorama enthusiasts and modelers seeking historically accurate accessories for their USAF and US Navy aircraft. Thanks to the precision of manufacture and ease of assembly, RESKIT RS72-0188 provides an impressive addition to any aircraft model from the Cold War and later periods. Highly recommended for those who value realism, historical accuracy, and high-quality detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RES\/KIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54729489154382,"sku":"RS72-0188","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/032764353392d9f2986db806356a4f0c.jpg?v=1755675135","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/67269-reskit-rs72-0188-1000-lb-retarded-bomb-checks-117-tail-951-tail-fuze-4-pcs-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}