dmorrissette Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 1/48 Scale British Phantom FGR Mk. 2 “No. 56 Squadron” FAVORED BY THE R.A.F.’S MOST CELEBRATED SQUADRON. In 1965, the R.A.F. searched for aircraft to replace its aging Hawker Hunters and English Electric Canberras. The Phantom FGR.2 was the perfect solution. It was a fighter first and foremost, but it could be used for ground attacks and reconnaissance missions as well. From 1976-1992, No. 56 Squadron flew modified Phantoms equipped with powerful Rolls-Royce® Spey engines and U.K. MOD Radar systems. This Limited Edition kit features two R.A.F. decal marking options: Royal A.F., No. 56 Sq., Code: T Royal A.F., No. 56 Sq., Code: J The 1/48 Scale British Phantom FGR Mk.2 “No. 56 Squadron” kit has 136 parts and a skill level of 3. HSGS9970 09970 1/48 Scale British Phantom FGR Mk.2 “No. 56 Sq.” Retail: $79.99 Street: $71.99 The 1/48 Scale British Phantom FGR Mk.2 “No. 56 Squadron” kit will be available in late February. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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