F-5A Freedom Fighter 1/72 Italeri aircraft

Magnificent F-5A Freedom Fighter aircraft in 1/72 scale from Italeri reference 1441.

During the 1950s, the American company Northrop set out to develop a simple and inexpensive fighter, which could equip NATO countries. The resulting F-5 was a lightweight, compact but extremely maneuverable single-seater. Easy to produce and relatively inexpensive, it was characterized by high operational efficiency. The first versions produced by Northrop, called F-5A "Freedom Fighter" were capable of reaching a maximum speed of 1,700km/h thanks to two General Electric J85-GE-13 engines. He was armed with two 20mm cannons installed in the nose. The F-5 was a true "multi-role" aircraft as it could carry an offensive payload for air defense and ground attack missions. Its versatility ensured its rapid diffusion and use by many air forces.

Decals for Netherlands, Norway, Spain, South Vietnam, Canada and Venezuela.

Model to paint and mount.
Paints and glue not provided.

Dimensions: 200 mm
Difficulty: 2 (1=easy, 2=intermediate, 3=difficult, 4=very difficult, 5=expert).

Recommended paints:

I4677AP Matte aluminum
I4768AP Matte black
I4761AP Dark Ghost Gray matte
I4726AP Dark Green matte
I4854AP Ocean Grey Mat
I4681AP Matt Steel Grey
I4769AP Matte white