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Liquid RC PO Box 3173 Nashua, New Hampshire 03061 United States of America part number: TAM61026 Tamiya USA TAM61026 1/48 Hawker Sea Harrier Brand new item, sealed in original retail packaging. DESCRIPTION: The Hawker Siddeley Harrier astounded the world with its unique ability to take-off and land vertically utilizing vectored thrust from its powerful 8000kg thrust engine. First tested in concept in 1960, the aircraft went through many periods of testing and modification prior to acceptance by the Royal Air Force and other nations in 1974. The production Harriers utilized either a Pegasus 6 or 11 engine of 8000 or 9750kg thrust and it was only natural that the Royal Navy should find application for this type of aircraft with their fleet air arm. Various political and financial considerations delayed the order for the "Navalized" Harrier until May 1975, when the Admiralty ordered an initial 24 aircraft plus one T. Mk.4's in 1980. The FRS.1 is easily distinguished from its land based counterparts by a modified nose section incorporating a raised pilots seat and Ferranti Blue Fox radar, plus principal armament of Sea Eagle anti-ship missiles and AIM-9L Sidewinder air-to-air missiles. Martel or Harpoon ASMs may be carried as alternatives to Sea Eagle until the latter become operational. The first FRS.1 to fly was actually the initial production Sea Harrier, on 20 August 1978, and the prototype model later in December 1978. The home of the Sea Harriers was designated Yeovilton Navy Base, and they received the first aircraft in June 1979, where intensive flight trials began with "100/VL" squadron four days later. This IFTU unit was designated 700A squadron in September 1979 and was re-designated 899 Squadron in March 1980. Three "Through - Deck" cruisers had been ordered for Sea Harrier operations: Invincible; Illustrious and Ark Royal, the first of which was commissioned in July 1980. All three vessels are to be fitted with a "Ski-jump" to assist take-off with full load, and this installa WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Please, check your mailing address! Did you move? I will not change your address after the sale is made. Seriously, eBay asks twice during checkout to confirm your address. School children know their address, you should too. Important Policies Feedback: Earning your positive feedback is important, and not always easy. If you are not satisfied with your transaction, do not hesitate to contact us, and tell us what we can do to make things right for you. Payment: We accept PayPal payments only. Please make sure your shipping address is correct in the PayPal system. Sales Tax: We ship from tax free New Hampshire. There is no sales tax. Customer Service: Please be as specific as possible, and include part numbers, auction numbers, or any number that can help link your question to a product or order. Sketchy orders: If you place a "suspect" order, and your PayPal account does not have a confirmed address, we will ask for further proof that you are who you claim to be. Shipping notes We ship packages Monday through Saturday. Federal holidays can add a day to shipping estimates. Yes: We do combine shipping. We make every attempt to provide fair shipping rates. Yes: We will ship to an APO, FPO or any other military mailing address. Just make certain your PayPal account has your current address. No: We cannot falsify your customs form, or mark it as a gift. Not always: Most packages are shipped US Postal Service. Each shipment gets a package number, but not all get tracking. Tracking is not the USPS's strongest feature (low cost and comparatively quick service is). Once you get a package number, your package is shipped. Don't forget Save for later: Add to My Favorite Sellers and Stores Other items: Lots of other parts are available. View other items. eBay store: View parts specific to your model in the Liquid RC eBay Store. Always: Have fun enjoying your models Notes inventory number: 132678 item UPC: 495034498740 item weight: 0.8400 pounds