{"product_id":"free-shipping-republic-f-105f-thunderchief-usaf-355th-tfw-354th-tfs-takhli-rtafb-thailand-hobby-master-172-ha2523","title":"Republic F-105F Thunderchief \/ USAF 355th TFW, 354th TFS, , Takhli RTAFB, Thailand \/ Hobby Master 1:72 HA2523","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRepublic F-105F Thunderchief\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSAF 355th TFW, 354th TFS, 63-8331 Red River Showboat, Takhli RTAFB, Thailand\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:72 HA2523\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe F-105 Thunderchief, nicknamed \"Red River Showboat,\" was a prominent fighter-bomber aircraft used extensively by the United States Air Force (USAF) during the Vietnam War. Assigned to various squadrons, including the 354th Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS), the F-105 gained renown for its role in conducting high-speed, low-altitude bombing missions over North Vietnam. The nickname \"Red River Showboat\" reflected its distinctive red tail markings and its operational base near the Red River in Thailand. Despite its vulnerability to enemy defenses, the F-105's rugged design and heavy payload capacity made it a vital asset in USAF's efforts to disrupt enemy logistics and infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F105\"\u003eRepublic F-105F Thunderchief\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned as a replacement for the F-84F Thuderstreak, the F-105 first flew on October 2, 1955. This Mach-2 capable aircraft was used for strike bombing during the Vietnam War. It was armed with a cannon and missiles and was also designed to carry a nuclear weapon. The single-seat F-105 was the largest single-engine fighter ever to serve with the USAF, and could deliver a greater bomb load than any of the 10-man strategic bombers that served during WWII. Despite these impressive statistics, the F-105 was also the only US aircraft in history to be removed from combat because of high rates of attrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:72 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49046171615387,"sku":"HA2523","price":209.42,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/66524.jpg?v=1791913603","url":"https:\/\/passiondiecast.com\/products\/free-shipping-republic-f-105f-thunderchief-usaf-355th-tfw-354th-tfs-takhli-rtafb-thailand-hobby-master-172-ha2523","provider":"Passion Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}