Hasegawa VF-11B Thunderbolt Rocket Booster Macross Plus (1/72) 65891

Hasegawa Plastic Model Kit

VF-11B Thunderbolt Rocket Booster Macross Plus (1/72) 65891

This 1/72 scale plastic model kit from Hasegawa represents the VF-11B Thunderbolt fitted with a rocket booster, as seen in the OVA series Macross Plus. The aircraft appears in flight-test and pursuit scenes, including the record-tracking mission involving Isamu Dyson of the United Space Force.

This edition includes newly tooled plastic parts for the rocket booster assembly mounted above and below the fuselage, along with closed leg covers for a clean in-flight configuration. The forward section of the booster is moulded in clear blue plastic to replicate the distinctive exhaust effect. The model is designed for display in flight and includes a dedicated Macross stand and support struts.

• 1/72 scale plastic model kit
• VF-11B Thunderbolt with rocket booster
• From Macross Plus OVA
• 147 parts
• Newly tooled rocket booster components
• Closed leg cover parts for in-flight display
• Clear blue moulded booster front section
• Includes Macross display stand
• Finished size: 216.1mm length × 199.3mm wingspan
• Supplied unpainted and requires assembly

History

The VF-11B Thunderbolt is a mass-production variable fighter featured in the Macross universe. In Macross Plus, specially equipped versions were used during high-speed evaluation and combat simulations involving advanced prototype aircraft.

The rocket booster-equipped variant reflects the high-performance testing and extreme manoeuvring capabilities central to the series’ aerial combat sequences, making it a distinctive addition to any Macross collection.