Reviews : Hasegawa AV-8A Harrier

Like Hase's other long-reboxed 1/72 aircraft kits, it has an adequate cockpit (seat & pilot, coaming & HUD glass, but NO IP or stick), basic wheel wells, nicely molded parts and ok surface detail. The intake ducting parts are engineered in an intelligent manner; they look convincing when assembled. The thrust-vectoring nozzles can be made to swivel, if you prefer. The airbrake can be fixed in the deployed position. Stores include a bomb, rocket launchers and centerline/wing drop tanks. Features markings for two airframes: a U.S. Marine, and a British bird. Overall a nice Harrier to keep your other shelf sitters company!

My only real gripe is that the cockpit lacks any detail, the pilot figure is so lacking as to be unusable and the ejection seat looks more like a couch. Having said that, the aircraft itself builds up well and looks good when painted and decaled. I added an aftermarket pilot and ordnance. I recommend this kit but be prepared to add some detail to the cockpit.

This 1/72 kit by Hasegawa has done a great job at creating the first operational Harrier! Good surface detail and plenty of fuel tanks, rocket pods, and bombs! Comes with a decal sheet which lets you choose from either a USMC or RAF jet.

These things are loud and can take off vertically. One of the coolest Jets I’ve ever seen. When I saw this was available from hobbylinc, I had to get it. Will post finished pics when I finish.