F-4J Phantom II 153828 US Marines MCAS Iwakuni 1976 in 1:72 scale
This is the F-4J Phantom II 153828 US Marines MCAS Iwakuni 1976 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑4J Phantom II BuNo 153828, serving with the US Marines’ VMFA‑115 at MCAS Iwakuni in 1976, stood out for its striking bicentennial livery—featuring bold red and white tail markings to commemorate America’s 200th anniversary. As an F‑4J, this airframe (c/n 2171) boasted improved radar systems and avionics over earlier models, enhancing its air-to-air combat capabilities in the Western Pacific. Stationed in Japan during the Cold War, it combined advanced sensor performance with notable visual flair, distinguishing it both in style and substance from contemporaneous Marine Phantoms.
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‑4J Phantom II BuNo 153828, serving with the US Marines’ VMFA‑115 at MCAS Iwakuni in 1976, stood out for its striking bicentennial livery—featuring bold red and white tail markings to commemorate America’s 200th anniversary. As an F‑4J, this airframe (c/n 2171) boasted improved radar systems and avionics over earlier models, enhancing its air-to-air combat capabilities in the Western Pacific. Stationed in Japan during the Cold War, it combined advanced sensor performance with notable visual flair, distinguishing it both in style and substance from contemporaneous Marine Phantoms.
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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