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F-35B Lightning II — VX-23 1:72 Diecast Model
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Every aircraft ships double-boxed and foam-cradled so the airframe travels protected. If anything arrives damaged in transit, we replace it free — just email crew@ironsquadron.com within 30 days of delivery.
A stealth fighter that lands like a helicopter. Physics, persuaded.
This 1:72 diecast captures the F-35B — the short-takeoff, vertical-landing version — in VX-23 test markings.
The Aircraft
The F-35B is the most mechanically remarkable member of the Lightning II family: a fifth-generation stealth fighter that can rise and land vertically thanks to its lift fan. It brings fifth-gen airpower to short fields and small-deck ships.
The Squadron
VX-23 flies the test and evaluation missions that prove the jet before the fleet gets it. We build this model to honor the test community's careful, essential work.
The Model
- Scale: 1:72 — sharp, detailed desk size
- Diecast metal body, pre-built and pre-painted
- Includes display stand
- Recommended age 14+ — a collector's display piece, not a toy
Why Collectors Want It
The STOVL B model is the conversation-starter of the F-35 family — a must for any stealth-era collection.
Key specs
- Scale
- 1:72
- Era
- Modern jet
- Role
- Fighter
- Body
- Diecast metal
- Assembly
- Pre-built & pre-painted — display-ready
- Display stand
- Included
- Recommended age
- 14+ (collector's display piece)
Is it pre-built and pre-painted?
Yes — every model arrives fully assembled and hand-painted. No kit, no glue, no assembly. Lift it out of the box and set it on the shelf.
How fast will it ship?
We ship from the US in 1–2 business days, with delivery in 7–14 business days. Shipping is free on every order.
What if it arrives damaged?
We'll make it right. Items damaged in transit are replaced free — just email crew@ironsquadron.com within 30 days of delivery.
Is this a toy?
It's a collector's display piece, not a toy — solid diecast metal, recommended for ages 14+. Built to be displayed, not played with.