Italeri 1456 - Compact 1/72 F-8E Crusader scale model kit  [IT-1456S]

Italeri 1456 - 1/72 F-8E Crusader compact kit

The Vought F-8E Crusader stands out as a carrier fighter that brought supersonic performance to naval aviation, driven by a Pratt & Whitney turbojet with afterburner. With top speeds beyond Mach 1.8, the Crusader was a major leap in 1950s military aircraft design. It served with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, replacing older types such as the F7U Cutlass and seeing action in Vietnam.

Nicknamed "The Last of the Gunfighters," the F-8E was fitted with four 20mm cannons alongside missile capability, blending traditional armament with newer weapons. This Italeri model reproduces the Crusader's profile and armament, offering a satisfying build for scale aircraft enthusiasts.