{"product_id":"tamiya-1-48-f-35b-lightning-ii-stovl-model-kit","title":"Tamiya 1\/48 F-35B Lightning II STOVL Model Kit (61125)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTamiya 1\/48 F-35B Lightning II STOVL Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the F-35B Lightning II\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe F-35B Lightning II is the world's first supersonic short take-off\/vertical landing (STOVL) stealth fighter. Developed for the US Marine Corps, it features a rotating engine duct nozzle and lift fan enabling vertical landing — a capability unique among supersonic aircraft. With a top speed of Mach 1.6, advanced radar-absorbing stealth technology, and internal weapons bays, the F-35B combines agility with low observability. Following the US, UK, and Italy, Japan's Air Self-Defense Force also selected the F-35B in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout This 1\/48 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTamiya's 1\/48 F-35B (SKU: 61125) builds on the acclaimed F-35A kit with all-new parts specific to the B-variant. Featuring exceptional detail and a clever unitised construction for satisfying assembly, this kit is a must-have for aviation modellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThree Buildable Configurations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose one of three authentic display configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParked\u003c\/strong\u003e — aircraft at rest on the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort Takeoff\u003c\/strong\u003e — captured mid-launch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Landing\u003c\/strong\u003e — hovering descent, compatible with included display stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/48 scale plastic model assembly kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll doors divided into parts — open or closed, your choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly developed F-35B-exclusive shorter weapons bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithfully reproduces the lift fan and rotating engine duct nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadar wave absorption (stealth) surface detail throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhibition display stand included for vertical landing pose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh parts unitisation for clear, satisfying assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61125\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tamiya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Paints\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe following Tamiya Acrylic Mini paints are recommended to complete this kit. Click each paint to add it to your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-xf1-flat-black-enamel-paint-10ml-jar-80301\"\u003eXF-1 Flat Black\u003c\/a\u003e — Wheel hubs, tyres, anti-skid surfaces, and exhaust nozzle interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-xf-2-flat-white\"\u003eXF-2 Flat White\u003c\/a\u003e — Underside markings, stencilling, and national insignia base coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-enamel-xf-19-sky-grey\"\u003eXF-19 Sky Grey\u003c\/a\u003e — Lower fuselage and wing undersurfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-enamel-xf-22-rlm-grey\"\u003eXF-22 RLM Grey\u003c\/a\u003e — Upper fuselage panel shading and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-xf-53-neutral-grey\"\u003eXF-53 Neutral Grey\u003c\/a\u003e — Primary upper fuselage and wing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-xf-54-dark-sea-grey\"\u003eXF-54 Dark Sea Grey\u003c\/a\u003e — Upper surface panel lines, RAM coating sections, and leading edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-xf-66-light-grey\"\u003eXF-66 Light Grey\u003c\/a\u003e — Lift fan interior, weapons bay interiors, and landing gear bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-acrylic-mini-xf-69-nato-black\"\u003eXF-69 NATO Black\u003c\/a\u003e — Canopy framing, sensor apertures, and stealth coating details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tamiya-enamel-x-18-semi-gloss-black\"\u003eX-18 Semi-Gloss Black\u003c\/a\u003e — Cockpit interior, instrument panels, and ejection seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43625012953257,"sku":"61125","price":149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0533\/7513\/files\/tamiya-lockheed-martin-f-35-b-lightning-2-1.48-scale-models-sunshinecoast-0.png?v=1742450483","url":"https:\/\/techtonichobbies.com.au\/products\/tamiya-1-48-f-35b-lightning-ii-stovl-model-kit","provider":"Techtonic Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}