A-10A Thunderbolt Warthog
Item#: TAMC185- U.S. attack aircraft
- Jet Engine aircraft, twin engine
- Handcrafted, hand-painted mahogany construction
- Scale: 1/40th
- Operators: U.S. Air Force
- Time in operation: 1977-present
- Post-World War II era
- Manufacturers: Fairchild-Republic
- Length: 16 inches
- Wingspan: 17.25 inches
The A-10 Thunderbolt II is one of the most distinctive aircraft in modern American military service. It is unique among modern military fighters with its straight-edge wing and primary cannon weaponry. The aircraft's primary design specification is its 30mm GAU-8 gun, a specification required by the Air Force after drawing on experiences in World War II and Vietnam. The cannon is so powerful that the aircraft must be at full throttle in order to fire a sustained burst, otherwise the A-10 would stall.
Nicknamed the Warthog, it is well liked by both pilots and ground forces alike. A meticulous reproduction of this rugged, powerful aircraft, this model is a prime choice for collectors and enthusiasts.
Material
Wood
Weight
4.2 lbs.
Finish
Painted
Year
1972
Brand
Toys and Models
Length (in.)
16
Branch
Air Force
Aircraft
Jet
Wingspan (in.)
17.25
Era
Post-WWII
# of Pieces
1
Scale
14611
