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Hasegawa F/A-18D Hornet VMFA-232 Red Devils 2025 (1/48) HALE07562

The Hasegawa F/A-18D Hornet VMFA-232 Red Devils 2025 is a highly detailed 1/48 scale plastic model kit celebrating the 100th Anniversary of one of the United States Marine Corps’ most famous aviation units. This special edition recreates the striking commemorative aircraft displayed by Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 232 (VMFA-232) at Iwakuni Air Base during 2025.

Based on Hasegawa’s acclaimed F/A-18D tooling, the model accurately captures the distinctive twin-seat Hornet with finely engraved panel lines, a highly detailed cockpit, realistic landing gear and sharply moulded airframe components. This release also includes newly tooled upper fuselage antenna parts to represent the updated configuration of the anniversary aircraft.

The highlight of the kit is the impressive decal sheet featuring the colourful 100th Anniversary markings carried by aircraft “WT00”. The bold commemorative scheme makes this Hornet a standout addition to any modern military aircraft collection and offers an enjoyable project for both experienced builders and Hornet enthusiasts.

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• 1/48 scale plastic model kit
• Manufacturer SKU: HALE07562
• F/A-18D Hornet twin-seat strike fighter
• VMFA-232 “Red Devils” 100th Anniversary edition
• Updated upper fuselage antenna parts included
• Special commemorative decal scheme for aircraft WT00
• Displayed at Iwakuni Air Base during 2025
• Highly detailed cockpit and engraved panel lines
• Excellent fit and moulding quality
• Glue and paints are sold separately

History

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232, better known as the Red Devils, is the oldest continuously active fighter squadron in the United States Marine Corps, having been established in 1925. Throughout its distinguished history the squadron has served in the Second World War, Korea, Vietnam and numerous modern conflicts. Equipped with the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18D Hornet, VMFA-232 has carried out fighter escort, precision strike, close air support and reconnaissance missions around the world. In 2025 the squadron celebrated its centenary with a specially painted anniversary aircraft, honouring a century of Marine Corps aviation excellence.

Glue and paints are sold separately.