{"product_id":"italeri-f-15e-strike-eagle-1-72-scale","title":"Italeri F-15E Strike Eagle | 1:72 Scale","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eItaleri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – F-15E Strike Eagle Fighter Aircraft Scale Model Kit (1:72 Scale)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"96\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eKit No. 90166\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eItaleri plastic model kits are renowned for their accuracy, crisp detailing, and authentic finishes. Designed for hobbyists who appreciate precision engineering, this kit offers an engaging and rewarding build experience. Supplied as a plastic kit, assembly is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eThe F-15 Eagle programme was launched in the 1970s to provide the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eUnited States Air Force\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a high-performance air superiority fighter. Its highly effective aerodynamic design, featuring twin vertical tails, a sturdy mid-mounted wing, and powerful twin engines, laid the foundation for one of the most capable combat aircraft of its generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eFrom this platform evolved the two-seat, all-weather \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eF-15E Strike Eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e, introduced in the late 1980s as a fighter-bomber variant replacing the ageing \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGeneral Dynamics F-111 Aardvark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. While retaining the flight performance of the original Eagle, the F-15E added advanced ground-attack capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThe tandem cockpit houses both the pilot and the Weapon Systems Officer (WSO). From the rear seat, the WSO manages route navigation, target acquisition, and electronic countermeasures, enabling the aircraft to conduct:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eGround attack missions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePrecision bombing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eDeep strike and interdiction operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eThe F-15E saw active deployment during operations such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOperation Desert Shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOperation Desert Storm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in the early 1990s, proving its effectiveness in combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eModel Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic kit (assembly required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eNew artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eNew decal edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eSuper decal sheet for 4 versions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eDetailed cockpit and underwing stores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eModel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eAircraft Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multirole Fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eNationality:\u003c\/strong\u003e American\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990–1991 (Persian Gulf War)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eAn essential addition for modern military aviation enthusiasts, this kit captures the power, versatility, and combat legacy of one of the USAF’s most formidable strike aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/collections\/scale-models\" title=\"Explore the full range of scale models from CaDa, Italeri, Tamiya and more at FLGS Mighty Lancer Games here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore the full range of scale models from various manufacturers including Italeri, Tamiya, CaDa and more here  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57835839455613,"sku":"ITA90166","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1138\/0520\/files\/Italeri_F-15E_Strike_Eagle.png?v=1771423062","url":"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/products\/italeri-f-15e-strike-eagle-1-72-scale","provider":"Mighty Lancer Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}