Hobby Boss 80344 - 1/48 A-7D Corsair II Collector Series  [HB-80344]

Hobby Boss 80344 1/48 A-7D Corsair II - Role and Deployment

The LTV A-7 Corsair II made its mark as a subsonic attack aircraft operating from carriers during the Vietnam era, filling the role previously held by the A-4 Skyhawk in naval squadrons. It later joined USAF and Air National Guard fleets as the platform that replaced aircraft like the A-1 Skyraider, F-100 Super Sabre, and F-105 Thunderchief. Export customers included Greece, Portugal, and Thailand, showing its international footprint.

With a design lineage that echoes the F-8 Crusader, the A-7 brought new avionics to the cockpit such as a head-up display and inertial navigation. The A-7D for the USAF used an Allison TF41-A-1 turbofan and mounted a 20 mm M61 Vulcan. Production totalled 459 examples, underscoring its operational presence.

Scale Detail and Assembly Notes

The Hobby Boss 1/48 A-7D kit provides crisp panel detail and components that align well when assembled carefully. It is aimed at modellers who enjoy accurate cockpit builds, realistic surface finish, and the chance to apply weathering techniques to enhance authenticity.