Description
A two-seat shipboard fighter, the McDonell Phantom is already serving with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps and a version is being developed for the Royal Navy. The Phantom is one of the fastest aircraft in the world and also holds world's altitude records, yet is still capable of carrying an enormous armament load. The 57 part kit includes external fuel tanks and colourful U.S. Navy transfers. – Taken from the 4th edition catalogue (1966)
5th edition catalogue (1967), listed as McDonell F-4B Phantom from F-4B Phantom.
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rarity of early version | Scarce |
| First Issued | 1966 |
| Catalogue Ref - 4th Edition (1966) | 388 |
| Catalogue Ref - 5th Edition (1967) | 388 |
| Catalogue Ref - 6th Edition (1968) | 388 |
| Catalogue Ref - 7th Edition (1969) | 388 |
| Catalogue Ref - 8th Edition (1970) | 388 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
