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Unassembled steel sheets and stand for a Blue Angels F/A-18 Super Hornet model kit

Metal Earth

Metal Earth Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet Blue Angels #5 Steel Model Kit 45 Parts Challenging

SKU CH-70S4-0PHN2

A challenging 45-part steel model kit of the Blue Angels F/A-18 Super Hornet, officially licensed, with a display stand and no glue required

  • Product typeMilitary vehicle
  • Suitable forUnisex
  • Age groupAdult
  • True-to-scale detail replicates the Super Hornet precisely
  • 45 precision-cut steel parts create a challenging build
  • Officially licensed Blue Angels #5 livery ensures authenticity
  • No glue or paint required for a clean assembly
  • Display stand included for immediate showcase

Metal Earth F/A-18 Super Hornet Kit

This Metal Earth kit builds a 45-part steel model of the Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet flown by the Blue Angels. The officially licensed replica features true-to-scale exterior detail and includes a display stand. It arrives in a brand-new box and is rated at a challenging difficulty level for adult hobbyists. No glue or paint is needed, though tweezers are recommended for assembly.

Challenging build for display collectors

The kit suits collectors and hobby enthusiasts who enjoy intricate metal assembly and want a licensed Blue Angels display piece. Builders seeking a quick snap-together toy or a model with moving parts such as opening canopies should look elsewhere. The finished model has no openings and is intended purely for static display on a shelf or desk.

45-part steel kit, challenging difficulty

The box contains 45 precision-cut steel pieces that fold and lock together without adhesive. Assembly is rated challenging and requires patience plus tweezers or similar tools. Completed dimensions measure approximately 5.51 inches long, 4.92 inches wide and 5.71 inches high. The Blue Angels squadron represented by this model was formed in 1946.

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Price $19.99
Cheaper than about 73% of the 5,802 comparable items (median $29.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameMetal Earth
Product typeMilitary vehicle
More details
Suitable forUnisex
Age groupAdult

Questions about this item

How do I fold and connect the 45 steel sheets without glue or paint?

Each of the 45 parts is pre-cut and scored; use tweezers to bend tabs along the fold lines and slot them into matching holes, following the illustrated sequence so tabs lock before moving to the next section.

Will the model tarnish or need replacement parts over time?

The stainless-steel sheets resist corrosion; keep the assembled model dust-free with a soft brush and avoid moisture — no consumable parts or scheduled replacements are required.

At what point does the challenging difficulty become frustrating during a long build session?

The intricate wing-root and engine-intake assemblies have the smallest tabs; fatigue typically sets in after two to three hours, so plan breaks before those steps.

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