Herpa 1:200 Wings 555746 Panavia Tornado ECR Diecast Model Luftwaffe AG 51, 45+51, Cambrai AB, France, NATO Tiger Meet 2011, High-Speed Configuration |
1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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Panavia Tornado ECR | | 3.25" | | 2.75" |
The NATO Association of Tiger Squadrons was esablished in 1961 to promote solidarity between NATO air forces. Each year, it holds a "Tiger Meet" to give member nations an opportunity to train together in simulated battle over the skies of Europe. As well as being opportunities for NATO air forces to share ideas and experiences, the meets are also public relations exercises and participating squadrons often decorate their aircraft with elaborate tiger-striped paint schemes.
In the NATO Tiger Meet's 50th year, the 51st Reconnaissance Squadron, based in Germany's northern most state of Schleswig-Holstein developed an even for the Tiger Meet extraordinary scheme. Whereas darker colors dominate when seen from the sides, a snarling tiger comes into its own when viewed from above with fully swept wings.
Please note: This model features wings permanently positioned in the rear-swept position for high-speed flight.
Designed in collaboration with Britain, West Germany and Italy, the Tornado was first flown on August 14th, 1974 and is thought by many to be the most important military aircraft in Western European history. Nicknamed "The Flying Fin" because of its large tail fin, the Tornado has a variable wing sweep design and is capable of taking off and landing on short airstrips. It is equipped with terrain-following radar, which allows for hands-off, low-level flight in any weather. There are three primary versions: an electronic combat/reconnaissance version, an interceptor and a highly versatile strike fighter-bomber capable of carrying almost all of NATO's air-launched weapons. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Herpa "1:200 Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military aircraft in 1:200 scale.
Herpa "1:200 Wings" 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 non-rotating wheels.
- Some releases feature interchangeable open/closed canopies.
- Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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