F-35B "Black Death" 170064 VMFA-542 "Tigers" MCAS Cherry Point 2023 in 1:72 scale
This is the F-35B "Black Death" 170064 VMFA-542 "Tigers" MCAS Cherry Point 2023 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑35B “Black Death” (s/n 170064) of VMFA‑542 “Tigers” at MCAS Cherry Point in 2023–24 exemplifies the cutting edge of amphibious airpower. What truly sets it apart is its STOVL (short takeoff/vertical landing) capability—enabled by the lift-fan system—allowing operations from expeditionary bases and amphibious assault ships, not just runways. As the Marines' first fifth-generation squadron on the U.S. East Coast, Black Death combines advanced stealth, sensor fusion, and sensor-to-shooter integration with real-world combat readiness—proving its lethal versatility in exercises like Nordic Response and deployments from austere Arctic airfields.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The F‑35B “Black Death” (s/n 170064) of VMFA‑542 “Tigers” at MCAS Cherry Point in 2023–24 exemplifies the cutting edge of amphibious airpower. What truly sets it apart is its STOVL (short takeoff/vertical landing) capability—enabled by the lift-fan system—allowing operations from expeditionary bases and amphibious assault ships, not just runways. As the Marines' first fifth-generation squadron on the U.S. East Coast, Black Death combines advanced stealth, sensor fusion, and sensor-to-shooter integration with real-world combat readiness—proving its lethal versatility in exercises like Nordic Response and deployments from austere Arctic airfields.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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