Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA2654
BAe Harrier GR.Mk 5 Diecast Model
RAF No.1 Sqn, ZD352, RAF Wittering, England, 1990s | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| BAe Harrier GR.Mk 5 | | 7.75" | | 4.25" |
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In the 1990s, No. 1 Squadron RAF operated the Harrier GR.Mk 5 from RAF Wittering, continuing the unit's tradition as the world's first operational Harrier squadron. The GR.5 introduced advanced avionics, improved cockpit ergonomics, and greater payload capacity compared to earlier versions. Its Rolls-Royce Pegasus engine allowed vertical/short takeoff and landing, enabling flexible deployment from austere bases or aircraft carriers. Painted in a subdued grey/green camouflage, the squadron's Harriers frequently trained for NATO operations and close air support missions. During this period, No. 1 Squadron played a key role in developing tactics that showcased the Harrier's unique agility and versatility.
Designed to meet a NATO specification for a light tactical support fighter that was also capable of Vertical/Short Takeoff and Landing (V/STOL), the Harrier first flew in 1960. This unique aircraft has the distinction of being the only successful V/STOL design out of the many that were put forth during the 1960s. There are four different versions of the Harrier, which uses thrust vectoring to achieve V/STOL: the first generation Hawker Siddeley Harrier, the Naval strike/air defense BAE Sea Harrier, the US AV-8B Harrier II variant and the British BAE Harrier II. The Harrier was produced between 1969 and 2003. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale Harrier is a very well-executed model designed with great attention to detail and constructed almost entirely from diecast metal, with only a small amount of plastic. The configurable canopy provides an unobstructed view of the unusually detailed instrument panel. The turbofan can be clearly seen inside the engine intake, the elevators rotate in unison, and there are four independently positionable engine exhaust ports with small vectoring ports at the rear and on the wingtips. The series includes the US AV-8B variant and the UK GR.Mk 9, and each release features a variety of removable fuel tanks and ordnance.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" 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.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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