Overview
The Tamiya 1/48 A-10 Thunderbolt II captures the legendary "Warthog" ground attack aircraft. Built around the fearsome GAU-8 30mm cannon, the A-10's rugged design and incredible survivability have made it the most effective close air support platform ever built.
Tamiya's engineering delivers the distinctive A-10 with its unique twin-engine configuration, massive gun installation, and impressive weapons capability.
Key Features
- Accurate 1/48 scale representation
- Distinctive twin-tail design
- GAU-8 cannon detail
- Extensive ordnance options
- Twin TF34 engines
- Combat markings
Performance Benefits
- Impressive finished size
- Excellent weapons options
- Authentic detail
- Quality construction
- Good fit
Usage Notes
- Intermediate modeler skill
- Plan weapons loadout
- Paint cockpit first
- Use liquid cement
- Research combat markings
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/48
- Wingspan: Approximately 365mm
- Type: Ground attack
- Manufacturer: Tamiya
- Item Number: 61028
What's Included
- Plastic model parts
- Clear canopy
- Extensive ordnance
- Decal sheet
- Instructions
Needed to Complete
- Plastic model cement
- Hobby knife and sprue cutters
- Sandpaper and files
- Acrylic or enamel paints
- Paint brushes or airbrush
- Primer (recommended)
Summary
The Tamiya 1/48 A-10 Thunderbolt II delivers the legendary Warthog with authentic detail and extensive weapons options.
