1/48 EA-6B Prowler "Playboys" w/NC-2A EPU Kinetic #K48112 Factory Sealed MISB

Description: I must clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. Kinetic Model Kits has been very active in producing high quality 1/48 scale aircraft with an emphasis on interesting subjects. The EA-6B Prowler was the EW (Electronic Warfare) version of the versatile A-6 Intruder attack aircraft. Along with the added avionics suite, there are two additional EW officers that sit side-by-side behind the pilot and EWO. The US Navy and USMC used it until 2015 and 2019 respectively, replacing it with EA-18G Growlers. The Air Force had their own EW aircraft that borrowed heavily from the Grumman systems. Fun Fact: As an Air Force Officer, my father worked on the development of the EF-111A Raven by adapting the EA-6 jamming system to the F-111 airframe. This release has a Prowler from the VMAQ-2 Playboys and as a bonus, Kinetic has thrown in an NC-2A External Power Unit (EPU) Tractor, but it is not a tractor since it doesn’t pull aircraft. There are now over a dozen listings for this kit on eBay kit (from all over), but as a Top Rated Plus US Seller, I have this in stock and can reliably ship this item to you very quickly. Here are a few examples of the abundant praise for the quality and stunning detail of this kit from around the web: The Kinetic Model Kits website does not yet have a page for this kit since it is so new. From other sources, I have found the following information about this modern kit: · One-piece wings for Full Extended or Folded wings· Positionable Flaps, Slats and Speed Brakes· AGM-88 HARM · ICAP III cockpit· Surface details with recessed panel lines· GPS & Various antennas· ALQ-99 Jamming pods Scalemates.com has a listing showing this is a 2020 release based on a 2011 tooling that has been the foundation for several releases across Kinetic and Italeri labels. The site provides a link to download the complete 18-page instruction set and painting guide. There are also many links to aftermarket parts, reviews, walk-arounds and galleries of completed kits. Brett Green presented a lengthy First Look Review on the hyperscale.com site that starts with a detailed history of the type before looking at the kit parts with 17 high-resolution photos showing entire sprues and individual parts, revealing astonishing detail. He expresses his fondness for the kit in his summary, which includes: “Kinetic's 1/48 scale EA-6B is an impressive model of an important subject. 315 parts might seem like a high number, but construction looks to be fairly straightforward. The inclusion of the EPU tractor is a welcome touch too.” Julien posted an exemplary In-Box Review on the britmodeller.com site that graces us with spectacular photos of the sprues. He also walks us through the construction steps while displaying the pertinent parts and providing valuable insights. The kit is highly recommended and notes that it is largely the same as an earlier release (#K48044), saying: “It is good to see this kit re-released”. This kit is in a beautiful box about 15” x 10” x 4.5”. As you can see from the pictures, the package is pristine and still sealed with tape strips, so I consider it factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This item contains two complete injection molded plastic model kits with over 350 detailed grey and 12 clear plastic parts and a large sheet of awesome Cartograf decals (designed by Fightertown Decals!) to build an EA-6B Prowler and an NC-2A EPU. It requires cement and paint to complete as shown. I use eBay Managed Payments, but I no longer ship internationally. Auction winner pays the winning bid and for a limited time, this large item is offered with $12 Flat Rate Shipping in the US! No reserve and a low starting bid. Check out my other great auctions and listings for combined shipping. Good luck! Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). As I am sure you have noticed, my items are almost always sealed and in mint condition (I call them Gift-Ready), since I only open them when I am ready to build them. Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For the Builders, there are probably better (at least cheaper) ways to add to your project lists than buying from me, but you know you are getting top quality. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition.

Price: 66.99 USD

Location: Bradenton, Florida

End Time: 2024-09-20T15:26:02.000Z

Shipping Cost: 12 USD