Corgi Aviation Archive Legends AA35404
SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 3 Diecast Model
RAF No.54 Sqn, XX720, RAF Coltishall, England, 2004 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| SEPECAT Jaguar GR.Mk 3 | | 9.25" | | 4.75" |
Each year, the Jaguars of No. 54 Squadron deploy to Norway for winter exercises as part of their commitment to NATO and are given a washable "winter camouflage" scheme over their normal overall gray color. Normal squadron markings are retained, making this an interesting and attractive finish which is short-lived and washed off on return to RAF Coltishall.
Designed to meet a British requirement for an advanced supersonic jet trainer and a French requirement for an inexpensive trainer and light attack aircraft, the SEPECAT Jaguar first flew on September 8, 1968. Early in its development the trainer requirement was dropped and the Jaguar went on to become a capable close air support, tactical reconnaissance and strike aircraft. This swept-wing aircraft was one of the first Anglo-French military aircraft projects and was used heavily by the French Air Force, which didn't officially replace it as its main strike/attack aircraft until 2005. It also served the RAF until 2007. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi's 1:72 scale Jaguars are constructed using very little plastic and feel surprisingly heavy. Both the fin and elevators are die-cast metal, a feature that is unusual in most similar models. Among the model's notable features are movable elevators that rotate in unison, simulated stainless-steel heat shielding around the engine exhaust and the separately applied v-shaped transparent lens cover on the nose camera. The snug-fitting large, metal landing gear installs quickly and easily for ground display. The mold allows for the single-seat and the long, slender two-seat trainer variants to be produced.
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The Corgi "Legends" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft.
Corgi "Legends" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
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