This is the F-4D Phantom II "MIG Killer" 66-7463 665th TFS 432nd TRW Thailand Oct 1972 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑4D Phantom II “MiG Killer” (66‑7463) of the 665th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 432nd TRW, based at Udorn RTAFB, Thailand, in October 1972, earned its fearsome moniker by becoming the highest-scoring U.S. F‑4 airframe in Vietnam—downing six enemy MiG fighters in just a few months. Uniquely equipped with the top-secret APX‑80 "Combat Tree" IFF system, it could identify and engage adversaries beyond visual range by reading Soviet IFF signals—giving it a lethal edge. Flying with full Southeast Asia camouflage and missile-laden wings, 66‑7463 wasn’t just a fighter; it was a strategic game-changer in aerial warfare, showcasing how advanced electronics and pilot skill could outperform conventional dogfighting methods.
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‑4D Phantom II “MiG Killer” (66‑7463) of the 665th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 432nd TRW, based at Udorn RTAFB, Thailand, in October 1972, earned its fearsome moniker by becoming the highest-scoring U.S. F‑4 airframe in Vietnam—downing six enemy MiG fighters in just a few months. Uniquely equipped with the top-secret APX‑80 "Combat Tree" IFF system, it could identify and engage adversaries beyond visual range by reading Soviet IFF signals—giving it a lethal edge. Flying with full Southeast Asia camouflage and missile-laden wings, 66‑7463 wasn’t just a fighter; it was a strategic game-changer in aerial warfare, showcasing how advanced electronics and pilot skill could outperform conventional dogfighting methods.
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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