{"product_id":"11880-hobby-boss-81724-rf-80a-shooting-star-148","title":"Hobby Boss 81724 RF-80A Shooting Star 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHobby Boss 81724 RF-80A Shooting Star (1\/48) – plastic reconnaissance aircraft model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHobby Boss 81724 RF-80A Shooting Star (1\/48)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit faithfully replicating the historic Lockheed RF-80A Shooting Star reconnaissance aircraft in 1:48 scale. This kit is produced by the renowned Hobby Boss company, known for its precise molds and rich surface detailing. The set does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately, allowing modelers to select products suited to their skills and preferences.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Lockheed RF-80A Shooting Star is the reconnaissance variant of the first jet fighter used by the United States – the F-80 Shooting Star. This aircraft served with the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States Air Force (USAF)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the end of World War II, but found its main combat use during the \u003cstrong\u003eKorean War (1950–1953)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The RF-80A played a key role in reconnaissance missions, enabling rapid collection of intelligence data and earning recognition for its speed and ability to operate on the dangerous front lines.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War, Korean War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality plastic, clear plastic parts for canopies\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detailed cockpit, clearly rendered panel lines, sprues with rich external stores, decals allowing different paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e length approx. 205 mm, wingspan approx. 239 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHobby Boss 81724 RF-80A Shooting Star\u003c\/strong\u003e is a kit recommended for both intermediate modelers and all fans of early jet aviation. The kit parts feature excellent quality and an abundance of fine details, resulting in an exceptionally realistic finished model. The detailed cockpit interior and finely crafted landing gear provide a great foundation for both detail-oriented modelers and aircraft model collectors alike.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We rate the kit's difficulty as \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – it requires basic experience with building aircraft models, but its assembly and finishing will bring satisfaction to any military aviation enthusiast. Recommended both for collections and as a way to practice and develop modeling skills.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Hobby Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719979094350,"sku":"HOBB81724","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/2378200c28c13fb87456628a36adfb0f.jpg?v=1755487404","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/11880-hobby-boss-81724-rf-80a-shooting-star-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}