Trumpeter 03430 E-2C Hawkeye 1/700 – Plastic aircraft model kit

The Trumpeter 03430 E-2C Hawkeye is a high-quality plastic model kit in a precise 1/700 scale from the renowned manufacturer Trumpeter. The model represents the legendary American early warning aircraft Northrop Grumman E-2C Hawkeye, which has become one of the key components of the naval air forces of the USA and its allies.

Technical data and product scope

• Scale: 1/700 – perfect for dioramas with aircraft carriers and naval fleets
• User countries: United States of America and selected NATO countries (France, Japan, Egypt)
• Strong, durable, high-quality plastic ensures ease of assembly and precise reproduction of details
• The kit includes detailed parts allowing for a faithful recreation of the E-2C Hawkeye's silhouette
• Purpose: Assembly requires the use of glue and optionally model paints (not included in the set)

Historical description and application

The E-2C Hawkeye is a carrier-based early warning aircraft (AWACS), which debuted in the U.S. Navy's air arm in the 1970s during the Cold War. Designed as the "eyes of the fleet," it was present during many key operations such as the Gulf War in the 1990s, conflicts in the Balkans, and modern operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The aircraft represented the pinnacle of electronic reconnaissance and battlefield management technology at sea, also used by American allies.

Why choose this model?

• The model perfectly captures the unique proportions and details characteristic of the E-2C: the large dish-shaped radar, typical fuselage silhouette, and carrier landing gear
• An excellent choice for enthusiasts of naval modeling and military aviation
• Ideal for creating realistic dioramas with aircraft carriers in the same scale
• Recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers thanks to its moderate level of difficulty

Category and difficulty level

• Category: Plastic model kit
• Assembly difficulty level: 2/5

Trumpeter 03430 E-2C Hawkeye is a kit that will help develop modeling skills, supplement your model collection with an important element of carrier aviation, and allow you to create an impressive themed diorama. A model from Trumpeter guarantees detail and the highest production quality!