Airfix - Supermarine Swift FR.5 - 1:72
Product Code: A04003
The Swift still holds the honour of being the first
swept-wing jet fighter in RAF service. The FR.5 proved itself in the
reconnaissance role, winning the NATO 'Royal Flush' reconnaissance
competition in 1957 and 1959, conclusively beating off the best types
other nations could offer.
Scheme A:
Supermarine Swift FR.5, flown by Flight Lieutenant Nigel Walpole, No. 79
Sqn, Royal Air Force Germany, Gutersloh, Germany, April 1956
Scheme B:
Supermarine Swift FR.5, No. II (AC) Sqn, Royal Air Force Germany, Jever,
Germany, 1956
Model Scale; 1:72 |
Dimensions (mm) L 180, W 138 |
Number of Parts: 62 |
Requires Painting: Yes |
Skill Level: 2 |
Flying Hours: 1 |
Paints required but not included:
(Scheme A) 11, 33, 34, 53, 56, 85,
96, 103, 163 (Scheme B) 11, 33, 34,
53, 56, 85, 96, 103, 163