Description

      The Shenyang J-8II “Finback”-B, features a redesigned forward fuselage that use a pair of lateral inlets and a solid nose to replace the original nose inlet design on the J-8. The solid nose provides enough space to accommodate a larger fire-control radar antenna for better target acquisition and tracking performance. The aircraft made its maiden flight on 12th June 1984, but it was not revealed to the public until 1986. The batch production reportedly began in 1988, and the aircraft became operational in 1992.

      Crew: 1. Wingspan: 9.344m; Length: 21.59m; Height: 5.41m. Weight: Empty 9,240kg; Normal take-off 14,300kg; Max take-off 17,800kg. Max Speed: Mach 2.2. Range: Ferry range 2,200km with drop tanks; Radius: 800km. Service Ceiling: 20,200m.

Kit Features:

• Scale  :  1:72
  
• Item Type  :  Static Kit
  
• Model Brief  :  Length: 289.5 mm  Wingspan: 129.9 mm
  
• Total Parts  :  118 pcs
  
• Total Sprues  :  5 pcs 
  
• Paint Schemes  :  F-8Ⅱ, No.81192, of PLA Naval Air Force;
  
• More Features  :  Optional position flaps