Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1

1/24 Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1

Model kit from Airfix

Specification Unassembled plastic model kit
Manufacturer Airfix
Item No. A18001V
EAN 5055286704680
Model scale 1:24
Number of parts 295
Wingspan (mm) 321
Difficulty ( 4 ) - Demanding
Accessories Glue and paint not included in the kit

Description (source / airfix.com):

Product info

The Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 is undoubtedly one of the most significant aircraft in the history of aviation. It was developed from the Hawker P.1127 experimental aircraft, which was used to test the possibilities of V/STOL flight with vectored thrust. These aircraft successfully mastered the transition from hover to forward flight and back to hover, although several of the development aircraft crashed during testing. The prospect of a working V/STOL aircraft was of great interest to both the British and U.S. militaries, who funded further development of the aircraft The new "Jump Jet" was an instant success for the British public, who marveled at the ingenuity of their aviation industry, once again the envy of the world. The Harrier was always popular with airshow spectators as an accomplished demonstrator, and the two aircraft formed a bond that was to last until the end of the Harrier's long service life. When the Harrier GR.1 entered Royal Air Force service in April 1969, the aircraft's operational flexibility ensured that it could never stray too far from potential conflict hotspots. In addition to operating from military airfields, the Harriers could be based in forest clearings, highway sections, or even schoolyards, with their location concealed from the enemy. Since many of these early Harriers were deployed in West Germany, they were intended to provide a significant deterrent against Eastern Bloc attacks, as they could lurk in many unknown locations to attack attacking Soviet tanks at a moment's notice.

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Paint and glue are needed for completion and are not included in the kit.
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Model building item, collector's item - not a toy!
Not suitable for children under 14 years.
Before use, please read the instructions and follow the directions.
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