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Tamiya 61028 1/48 Scaler U.S.A.F. Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt Ii Kit

Behold, the Tamiya 61028 1/48 Scale U.S.A.F. Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II kit, a fascinating artifact of modern military aviation. This turbo-fan powered single-seater attack aircraft was designed in the early 1970s to combat the armored forces of the Warsaw Pact in central and western Europe. With its unparalleled resistance to damage and high overall durability, the A-10 was a critical component of NATO's strategy to balance the USSR's quantitative advantage in armored weaponry. The A-10 is also remarkably manoeuvrable, with a turning radius of just 300 meters at a speed of 275 km/h, increasing to only 400 meters at a speed of 550 km/h. Its main armament is the 30mm GAU-8/A rapid-fire cannon, and it can carry up to 7,300 kg of weapons depending on the amount of fuel transferred. This impressive aircraft saw action in Operation Desert Storm, where it performed with distinction and proved its value in combat. With a top speed of 706 km/h, maximum range of 3950 km, and climb speed of 30.5 m/s, the A-10 Thunderbolt II is truly a marvel of modern engineering.