{"product_id":"14482-ace-72305-grumman-af-2s3s-guardian-killer-172","title":"ACE 72305 Grumman AF-2S\/3S Guardian (killer) 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eACE 72305 Grumman AF-2S\/3S Guardian (killer) 1\/72 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The ACE 72305 Grumman AF-2S\/3S Guardian (killer) model in 1\/72 scale is a proposal for enthusiasts of naval aviation from the Cold War era. The offered set allows you to recreate the American carrier-based anti-submarine warfare aircraft – the Grumman Guardian, which was the first mass-produced aircraft of this type designed to operate from US Navy aircraft carriers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical information and kit details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel scale: 1\/72 – ideal for modelers building aircraft collections in the standard scale for dioramas and displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser country: United States of America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eService period: Cold War, years 1949–1955.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperational areas: mainly Atlantic and Pacific, US Navy operations from Essex-class carriers and smaller vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel material: high-quality polystyrene plastic ensuring excellent detail reproduction and ease of processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKit contents: sprues with assembly parts, transparent canopy, decal sheet allowing for authentic US Navy markings, clear assembly instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGlue, paints, and tools are not included – must be purchased separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical description of Grumman AF-2S\/3S Guardian\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Grumman Guardian was the world’s first carrier-based two-seat ASW (Anti-Submarine Warfare) aircraft. The AF-2S and AF-3S versions, known as \"killers,\" specialized in torpedo and bombing attacks on detected submarines. The aircraft participated in maneuvers and naval patrols during the escalating tensions of the Cold War era before being replaced by more modern machines.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct advantages and recommendation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit – recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers interested in naval and aviation subjects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRealistic shape and dimensional accuracy, detailed features such as landing gear, armament, and characteristic fuselage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh-quality decals allow for the completion of several historical paint schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWe recommend this model to all fans of American naval aviation and collectors of the Cold War era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilding difficulty: 3\/5 – the model requires careful assembly and basic modeling skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The ACE 72305 Grumman AF-2S\/3S Guardian (killer) model in 1\/72 scale is an excellent choice for those who appreciate historical accuracy and detail, and want to enrich their collection with a unique model of a Cold War ocean depths explorer.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ACE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720035914062,"sku":"ACE72305","price":119.73,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/fb3fa99351724fc3d9ee455d966bd6d7.jpg?v=1755489369","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.pl\/en\/products\/14482-ace-72305-grumman-af-2s3s-guardian-killer-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}