The Republic F-84 Thunderjet was one of the first generation of U.S. jet fighters, serving with distinction in the early years of the Cold War. Developed in the late 1940s, the F-84E/G variants represented the pinnacle of the straight-wing Thunderjet design, offering improved performance, extended range, and enhanced ground-attack capabilities.
Widely used by the U.S. Air Force and several NATO allies, the F-84G became famous for its ruggedness and versatility. It saw extensive service during the Korean War, where it carried out numerous fighter-bomber missions, striking enemy supply lines, railways, and bridges. The aircraft could carry rockets, bombs, and napalm canisters, and was one of the first jet fighters capable of being equipped with in-flight refuelling systems, significantly extending its operational range.
This 1/72 Italeri model kit offers a finely detailed replica of the F-84E/G, featuring accurate panel lines, a detailed cockpit, undercarriage options, and a full weapons loadout. The kit also includes decals for multiple marking schemes, allowing modellers to represent aircraft from both USAF and allied air forces.
