Kit is complete with parts still sealed in the bags. The ac h, called spectre, was used in all the conflicts involving us forces in the last decade and, after further upgrades, they are still used in the conflict in afghanistan. Today the usaf operates eight ac h spectres, although, after 2000 the two 20mm m61 cannons were removed. As the ac a was released first i think alot of people have assumed that the nacelle is the shorter version as used on the ac a and therfore the c h kit would have the wrong nacelle but id just like some confirmation if. Fabulous four engine fighter ach patch hercules lockheed military transport. Italeri usually suggests model master paints for their kits. Typical armament for an earlyproduction ach spectre was two 20mm m61 vulcan cannons, one l60 bofors 40mm autocannon and one 105mm m102 cannon.
Indonesian air forces shortbodied cs are all painted in either a twotone or threetone camouf. Usaf used the ac for close support, area interdiction and force protection. Showcasing a varied catalog of ac h hercules lockheed in stock today online. This particular aircraft is based in skadron 32, abdul rachman saleh air force base, malang city, east java province. This plastic aircraft kit requires paint and glue to complete. The aca gunship ii superseded the ac47 and the ac119 in the vietnam war. You wont find many aircraft more badass than the ac. The lockheed ac spectre is an armed tactical support version of the c hercules. Italeri 10 172 scale lockheed ac h spectre gunship dimensions length 4mm.
The basic airframe is manufactured by lockheed, and boeing is responsible for the conversion into a gunship and for aircraft support. Italeri 10 172 lockheed martin ach spectre 1 of 3 italeri 10 172 lockheed martin ach spectre 2 2 of 3 italeri 10 172 lockheed martin ach spectre 3 3 of 3 see more see details on ebay search watch contact. Build your static model fleet with the ach spectre plastic model kit. Close air support roles include supporting ground troop. Other missions include perimeter and point defense, escort, landing, drop and extraction zone support, forward air control, limited command and control, and combat search and rescue. Italeri has released a number of c versions in 148 and 172, this release being the second version of the cj. Vietnam war ac spectre gunship trench art shell set. Italeri 10 italeri ac h spectre 10 italeri 172scale ac h spectre plastic model kit. The kit has not changed much over the many years since its inception.
The italeri ac h spectre model kit in 172 scale from the plastic aircraft model range accurately recreates the real life aircaraft. Click to explore the full line of acrylics, enamels and sprays. Italeri 1 72 ach spectre plastic model kit 10 ita10 ccby2. This is the 172 scale lockheed martin acg spectre plastic model airplane kit from italeri. This was bought on impulse from ebay in 2005 because i like big 148th scale kits and always wanted to build the italeri hercules. The italeri 148th scale acu spectre gunship hercules. Lockheed martin ach spectre, italeri 10 2011 scalemates. Force of the last decade and, after further upgrades, they are still used in the conflict in afghanistan. Modelstrumpeter 1 mig19pm farmer e 48 mikoyangurevich pqwzxr1771best quality.
Once completed it will be the 5th c in my collection. Model construction kits by italeri, the traditional italian producer for fine miniatures, has been delighting model makers throughout the world for over 50 years. Dyou know if the h and u are going to be variants of the aca with new sprues for the props and the different armament, or a reissue of the esci ach. Ach aircraft are based at cannon air force base afb in new mexico. Italeri 10 italeri ach spectre 10 italeri 172scale ach spectre plastic model kit. Italeri 172 ach spectre aircraft kit model airplane. Italeri and testors share the c series in 148, 172 and many other molds this item has been sold. The ac initially replaced ac47 and ac119 in the supporting role during the war in vietnam. The hasegawa 1200 cs are nice, but too small for my projects. Jul 31, 2005 i guess italeri just stuck to a single mold to save money, however what is not clear is which type they did model. Counting the amodel and minicraft cs in 1144, the airfix and italeri testors kits in 172, and the italeri testors kits in 148, we need some accurate kits of this aircraft. The ach called spectre were used in all the conflicts involving the u. Typical armament for an earlyproduction ac h spectre was two 20mm m61 vulcan cannons, one l60 bofors 40mm autocannon and one 105mm m102 cannon.
You will need glue to assemble this kit, and we highly recommend paint to get the best results. The italeri ach spectre model kit in 172 scale from the plastic aircraft model range accurately recreates the real life aircaraft. This is the 172 scale lockheed martin ac g spectre plastic model airplane kit from italeri. I remember seeing it in the high street model shops as a boy nearly 20 years ago.
The ac a gunship ii superseded the ac 47 and the ac 119 in the vietnam war. This italeri model has easy to follow instructions guiding you through the build. The basic airframe is manufactured by lockheed, while boeing is responsible for the conversion into a gunship and for aircraft support. Counting the amodel and minicraft cs in 1144, the airfix and italeritestors kits in 172, and the italeritestors kits in 148, we need some accurate kits of this aircraft. The lockheed ac gunship spectre is the heavilyarmed closesupport version of the popular c hercules. Italeris 172 scale ch hercules by danumurthi mahendra. The acu, iirc, was the esci mine was an amt boxing ach with a few new bits and pieces. On the plaque, theres an engraved image of an ach gunship below the. As the aca was released first i think alot of people have assumed that the nacelle is the shorter version as used on the aca and therfore the ch kit would have the wrong nacelle but id just like some confirmation if. Included are clear styrene components for glazing etc. Small wonder italeri 148th scale hercules acou spectre. I guess italeri just stuck to a single mold to save money, however what is not clear is which type they did model.
Italeri aircraft 172 ach spectre aircraft kit internet. The ac initially replaced ac 47 and ac 119 in the supporting role during the war in vietnam. Italeris 172 scale ach spectre is available online from squadron. Italeri 1 72 ac h spectre 10 for sale online ebay. Italeri 10 172 ach spectre aircraft plastic model kitset. A simple sign can be found on spectre island, a small patch of land south of. You wont find many aircraft more badass than the ac h spectre gunship. You wont find many aircraft more badass than the ach. All parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags including decals and instructions. The lockheed ac gunship is a heavilyarmed groundattack aircraft variant of the c hercules transport plane. Italeri 172 ach spectre aircraft kit model airplane depot. Italeri 1 72 scale ac h spectre plastic model kit 10 ita10 italeri 1 72.
This is my latest build of italeris 172 scale lockheed ch hercules in indonesian air force livery. The ach, called spectre, was used in all the conflicts involving us forces in the last decade and, after further upgrades, they are still used in the conflict in afghanistan. Build your static model fleet with the ac h spectre plastic model kit. The ac h spectre gunships primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance. The italeri 148th scale ac u spectre gunship hercules. Ac h hercules lockheed for sale gamers keyboards for sale. Italeri ach spectre plastic model airplane kit 172 scale. Ac h aircraft are based at cannon air force base afb in new mexico. Clockworkwindupvintage rare tin toy merry elephant boxed raja co india 50s circus windup toys ruzaku8560% off. Over the years, we have a built up a reputation and a huge following. Im hoping to get back to the bench tomorrow afternoon.
Italeri it10 lockheed martin ach spectre modelbouw. Today the usaf operates eight ach spectres, although, after 2000 the two 20mm m61 cannons were removed. Vintage rare tin toy merry elephant boxed raja co india. Testors 890007nt prepainted plastic aircraft model kit, green. Italeri 10 172 scale lockheed ach spectre gunship dimensions length 4mm. The ach spectre gunships primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance.