Product Details
The BAe Harrier GR Mk.7 is a versatile British fighter-bomber known for its role in various conflicts, including the Falklands War.
Scale: 1:72
Parts: n/a
Skill level: 4
Country: British
Type: Airplane
Historical Events: Modern, Vietnam War
Needed to Complete (not included):
- Hobby knife
- Glue
- Paint and finishing tools
NOTE: Photo of completed model is for illustrative purposes only. This is a model kit that requires assembly.
Historical Context
The BAe Harrier GR Mk.7 is not just any aircraft; it’s a marvel of engineering designed for versatility and combat agility. Developed from the innovative work of British aerospace engineers in the late '50s, this V/STOL (Vertical/Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft revolutionized battlefield dynamics with its unique ability to operate from small forward bases. Armed with advanced avionics and capable of creating a combat radius of approximately 420 km, it participated in numerous conflicts, including notable operations during the Falklands War, proving its worth as a formidable attack aircraft. Its design features, like the pivoting nozzles for thrust vectoring, enable both vertical take-off and rapid horizontal flight, marking a significant leap in tactical aviation.
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