- Air Power Series
- Highly detailed realistic collectible model
- Diecast & plastic parts.
- Complete weapons load out.
- Display stand included.
- Measures approximately: 9.25” L x 7.75” Wingspan
- Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.
The Panavia Tornado was a joint effort between the UK, West Germany and Italy to produce a two-seat, dual-engine aircraft with variable-sweep wings. The Tornado took its maiden flight on August 14, 1974 with the first aircraft being delivered to the German Air Force on July 27, 1979. There are three main variants of the Tornado, the IDS (interdictor/strike), ECR (electronic combat/reconnaissance) and ADV (air defense variant) interceptor. By the end of production in 1998 there had been 992 aircraft of all versions built of which 745 were IDS variants.
Normally the Royal Saudi Air Force remains within their own territory but because of their relationship with the UK and the RAF they decided to fly there and do combined exercises with the Brits. Exposure to other force’s tactics and logistics can prove to be of great benefit to the Saudis. “Exercise Saudi Sword 2007” took place at RAF Lossiemouth between August 27 – September 7. Eight Tornados from Dahran AB arrived for the exercise that was hosted by RAF No. 617 Squadron. One of the Tornados was 703/ZE114.
This Hobby Master model is a replica of Panavia Tornado IDS No 703 from 7th Squadron Royal Saudi Air Force participating in Exercise Saudi Sword 2007 at RAF Lossiemouth.
As with most Hobby Master models It features engraved panel lines, an opening canopy, a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details and a removable pilot figure), full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear, authentic squadron markings, and a display stand.
Specifications :
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Country of origin:
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Italy, UK, West Germany
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Service entry date:
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1979
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Crew:
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2
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Dimensions
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Length:
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17.72 m (58.1 ft)
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Wingspan:
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13.92 m (45.7 ft) expanded 8.6m swept (28.2 ft)
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Height:
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5.95m (19.5 ft)
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Weight:
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Empty:
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13.8 t (30,423 lb)
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Maximum Takeoff :
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27.9 t (61,508.9 lb)
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Performance
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Power Plant:
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2 X Turbo-Union RB.199 Mk. 103 turbofans Producing dry with afterburners 2 X 38.48 / 71.50 kN
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Maximum speed:
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2,236 km/h (1,389 mph)
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Range:
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1,390 km (863.7 miles)
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Ferry range with drop tanks:
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3,900 (2,423.3) – 4,300 km (2,671.9 miles)
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Service Ceiling:
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15.2 km (49,868.77 ft)
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Armament:
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Cannon – 2 X 27 mm IWKA-Mauser
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Storm Shadow air-launched cruise missiles
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Brimstone anti-tank guided missiles
454 kg free-fall bombs
CPU-123/B Paveway II
GBU-28 Paveway III laser-guided bombs
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