Italeri 1/48 F-35A Lightning Iibeast Mode Model Kit

The Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II in "Beast Mode" abandons stealth for maximum firepower, carrying weapons externally on six underwing pylons in addition to the internal bays. This configuration sacrifices the F-35's low-observable signature to deliver over 22,000 pounds of ordnance — rivaling the F-15E Strike Eagle's payload — for permissive environments where air superiority has already been established. Beast Mode demonstrates the F-35's versatility beyond its stealth mission. This 1/48 Italeri kit features the full external weapons loadout with bombs, missiles, and targeting pods alongside USAF markings.