YF-23 "Black Widow II" PAV-1 87-0800 1990 in 1:72 scale
This is the YF-23 "Black Widow II" PAV-1 87-0800 1990 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The YF‑23 “Black Widow II” PAV‑1 (s/n 87‑0800), first flown on August 27, 1990, was a revolutionary stealth fighter demonstrator that pushed the boundaries of aerospace design. Unlike its agile but more conventional rival the YF‑22, the YF‑23’s distinctive diamond-shaped wing and V-tail dramatically reduced radar signature, while powerful turbofan engines allowed sustained supersonic “supercruise” without afterburners—reportedly achieving Mach 1.6+. It also featured innovative S‑duct inlet design to mask engine compressor blades, and heat-ablating nozzle troughs to diminish infrared visibility. Though it ultimately lost out to the counterpart, the Black Widow II stood apart by prioritizing stealth and speed, making it arguably the most secretly advanced aircraft design of its era.
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 YF‑23 “Black Widow II” PAV‑1 (s/n 87‑0800), first flown on August 27, 1990, was a revolutionary stealth fighter demonstrator that pushed the boundaries of aerospace design. Unlike its agile but more conventional rival the YF‑22, the YF‑23’s distinctive diamond-shaped wing and V-tail dramatically reduced radar signature, while powerful turbofan engines allowed sustained supersonic “supercruise” without afterburners—reportedly achieving Mach 1.6+. It also featured innovative S‑duct inlet design to mask engine compressor blades, and heat-ablating nozzle troughs to diminish infrared visibility. Though it ultimately lost out to the counterpart, the Black Widow II stood apart by prioritizing stealth and speed, making it arguably the most secretly advanced aircraft design of its era.
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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