Following in the footsteps of their previous releases of 1/32 scale fighters, Tamiya has updated their original F-15E Strike Eagle kit which is now called the 'Bunker Buster'.

"The popular F-15E Strike Eagle (item 60302) was released in 1993. However, since this items release, the F-15E has come to be equipped with a variety of newly developed weapons systems. Following the changes in times and aviation fighting technology Tamiya has decided to modernize its kit in response to the various renewals made on the plane that has been active in the Gulf War, Kosovo, and Afghanistan. This kit will feature accurate replicas of all the latest weapons systems employed by the F-15 Strike Eagle, and will even include the famous "bunker buster."

-Included parts for replicating 2 of the following - GBU-28, AGM-130, JDAM. The GBU-15 guided bomb (the AGM-130 without rocket can be assembled).

-Parts for replication of GBU-10, MK-20 Rockeye and Sidewinder missiles included in original F-15E Strike Eagle kit are featured in this kit as well.

-Replicas of four ARAAM missiles, two 610 gallon tanks can be attached below the wings.

-Decals for portrayal of two or more planes have been included. These, combined with decals of the previous kit enable the depiction of 7 different F-15E Strike Eagles.

-Landing gear has been recreated with die-cast metal, and tires have been reproduced with synthetic rubber for added realism.

-Cockpit has been rendered with scrupulous detail. 2 figures are included (pilot and weapons system operator) in the seated position."

For more information, please visit the Tamiya America website.