Jas-39d Gripen 1:72 Italeri 91216

Plastic model airplane to assemble: JAS-39D Gripen 1:72 Italeri 91216

The plastic model to assemble JAS-39D Gripen in 1:72 scale from the renowned company Italeri is an excellent proposition for aviation and modeling enthusiasts. This set allows you to create a faithful replica of a two-seat multirole fighter, which is one of the most modern aircraft in its class.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Catalog number: 91216
• New edition of decals with the option to choose one of four painting versions

Painting versions:

1. Svenska Flygvapnet, F-17 Unit, Forsvarsmaktens Flygdag 2012, Linköping, Sweden.
2. Suid-Afrikaanse Lugmag, Makhado / Louis Trichardt AB, Republic of South Africa, 2005.
3. Vzdusné síly armady Ceske republiky, 211th Tactical Group, Hradec Kralove Airport, Czech Republic, 2015.
4. Magyar Legiero, 1st Fighter Group (Kecskemet), Hungary, 2023.

History and characteristics of JAS-39 Gripen: The Saab JAS 39 Gripen is a Swedish lightweight multirole fighter that entered service in the second half of the 1990s. It was designed as a successor to the Saab 35 Draken and 37 Viggen aircraft. The Gripen features a modern aerodynamic layout with a delta-canard configuration, which provides it with excellent maneuverability. The aircraft is equipped with a fly-by-wire control system, which enhances its stability and precision in flight.

The Gripen is capable of reaching a maximum speed of Mach 2.0 and operating from short runways, making it extremely versatile. It can perform fighter, attack, and reconnaissance roles, which is reflected in its name JAS (Jakt – fighter, Attack – attack, Spaning – reconnaissance).

The first flight of the Gripen took place in 1988, and it entered service with the Swedish Air Force in 1996. Thanks to cooperation with international corporations such as BAE Systems, the Gripen has found buyers worldwide, including countries such as the Republic of South Africa, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Thailand, and Brazil.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.