{"product_id":"finemolds-1-72-german-f-104g-jet-fighter-fx10","title":"FineMolds 1\/72 German F-104G Jet Fighter FX10","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic model kit, assembly required. Glue, paint and finishing supplies not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWest Germany adopted the F-104 interceptor fighter in large numbers, valuing its bomb-carrying capacity and its capability for low-altitude attack missions. A total of 916 of this aircraft were operated, comprising 749 F\/RF-104G variants alongside the two-seat F-104 trainers. In addition to tactical low-altitude bombing, these aircraft incorporated unique design modifications that enabled them to carry U.S.-controlled nuclear weapons, and to employ anti-ship weaponry -- a capability specifically envisioned for operations against the Soviet Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, given Germany's mountainous terrain and notoriously changeable weather conditions, the F-104 suffered from a high frequency of crashes; this resulted in heavy losses, with 292 aircraft destroyed in accidents. Consequently, the aircraft's operational protocols and training regimens faced intense criticism from veteran officers, including former ace pilots. As a remedial measure, and spearheaded by the very officers who had previously voiced concerns regarding the aircraft's inherent risks, a specialized \"Europeanization\" training program was formulated and implemented, leading to a significant reduction in accident rates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model kit from Fine Molds faithfully recreates the F-104G variant as operated by the West German Air Force. Distinguishing it from the F-104J variant, this kit features newly tooled parts to accurately depict specific modifications: a revised engine nozzle shape; the addition of VHF antennas on the upper fuselage and lower nose sections; the installation of navigation lights on both the upper and lower fuselage; the replacement of the original ejection seat with the Mk.GQ7 model, and the use of a different tire configuration. The included decal sheet features markings for aircraft belonging to the 33rd Fighter-Bomber Wing (JaboG 33) and the 34th Fighter-Bomber Wing (JaboG 34). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003eBe sure to check out our aircraft accessories, metal barrels, and seat belts!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eWe are not responsible for any taxes, duty, VAT, customs or other fees on the receiver’s end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCheck out our other items, and save on shipping! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: block; margin: 0 0 1em 0; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eTo receive combined shipping, place the items you wish to purchase in your cart and the discounted shipping will be calculated at checkout. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease complete all your shopping before checking out, we cannot combine shipping on separate orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorry, no shipping refunds can be given for combining separate orders.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FineMolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43926349479999,"sku":"FNMFX10","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0032\/6762\/5029\/files\/fnmfx10_0.webp?v=1790019969","url":"https:\/\/houseofhobbies.com\/products\/finemolds-1-72-german-f-104g-jet-fighter-fx10","provider":"Burbank's House of Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}