The ACA12507 (Academy #12507) is a 1:72 scale plastic model kit of the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II, representing the conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) variant of the U.S. Air Force’s fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter. The kit typically retails for approximately $32 to $47 CAD.
Key Features of the Academy 1/72 F-35A (ACA12507)
Detailed Components: Includes an accurately molded cockpit, positionable canopy, and optional seated pilot figure.
Weapons & Gear: Features positionable landing gear (can be built open or closed) and detailed internal weapons bays. It typically comes with a weapons loadout of AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles and GBU-38 JDAM bombs.
Decals & Markings: Includes waterslide decals to accurately replicate stencils, maintenance markings, and liveries (often featuring U.S. Air Force or Royal Australian Air Force test and evaluation squadrons).
Skill Level: This is a static scale plastic model kit. Assembly, plastic cement glue, and scale modeling paints are required to complete the build.