F-4E "Iran Air Show 2024" 3-6538 IRIAF Kish Island in 1:72 scale
This is the F-4E "Iran Air Show 2024" 3-6538 IRIAF Kish Island in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑4E “3‑6538” of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, showcased at the 2024 Iran Air Show on Kish Island, is a striking testament to enduring military aviation. What sets it apart is not only its survival as one of the oldest operational Phantoms—originally built in 1968 with McDonnell Douglas serial 4168—but its integration of the Iranian “Dowran” avionics upgrade package, identifiable by additional spine and intake antennas. As a Mach‑2 capable legacy jet with updated radar and electronics, it blends Cold War-era robustness with modernized systems, making it a rare example of a vintage fighter not only kept airworthy but also elevated to contemporary defense standards—standing out among aging Phantoms worldwide.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
The F‑4E “3‑6538” of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, showcased at the 2024 Iran Air Show on Kish Island, is a striking testament to enduring military aviation. What sets it apart is not only its survival as one of the oldest operational Phantoms—originally built in 1968 with McDonnell Douglas serial 4168—but its integration of the Iranian “Dowran” avionics upgrade package, identifiable by additional spine and intake antennas. As a Mach‑2 capable legacy jet with updated radar and electronics, it blends Cold War-era robustness with modernized systems, making it a rare example of a vintage fighter not only kept airworthy but also elevated to contemporary defense standards—standing out among aging Phantoms worldwide.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
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