Academy Plastic Model Kit

USN F-14A Tomcat VF-84 “Jolly Rogers” (1/144) 12626

The Academy 1/144 scale F-14A Tomcat kit captures the iconic US Navy carrier-based fighter of the Cold War era. Known for its variable-geometry swing wings and heavy missile load, the Tomcat was a symbol of American naval aviation from the 1970s through the early 2000s. This compact kit includes detailed moulding, optional loadouts of AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, and two distinctive marking options: VF-84 “Jolly Rogers” AJ-202 from 1980, and VF-24 “Fighting Renegades” from 1988.

• 1/144 scale plastic model kit
• F-14A Tomcat with variable position swing wings
• Air-to-air missile loadout included
• Markings for VF-84 “Jolly Rogers” and VF-24 “Fighting Renegades”
• Compact yet detailed build of a legendary naval fighter

History

The Grumman F-14A Tomcat entered service in 1974 as the US Navy’s premier fleet defence fighter. Designed to intercept Soviet bombers and cruise missiles at long range, the Tomcat was equipped with the powerful AWG-9 radar and capable of carrying the AIM-54 Phoenix missile, giving it unmatched reach for its time. VF-84 “Jolly Rogers,” one of the Navy’s most famous squadrons, became synonymous with the Tomcat and its skull-and-crossbones tail markings. VF-24 “Fighting Renegades” also distinguished itself with Tomcat operations during the late Cold War. The F-14A served with distinction until retired from US service in 2006, cementing its status as one of the most iconic jet fighters in aviation history.

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.