{"product_id":"kitty-hawk-1-48-sepecat-jaguar-gr-1-gr-3-kh80106-raf-british-ground-attack-fighter-jet-aircraft-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"Kitty Hawk 1\/48 SEPECAT Jaguar GR.1\/GR.3 KH80106 RAF British Ground Attack Fighter Jet Aircraft Plastic Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/48 scale SEPECAT Jaguar GR.1\/GR.3 plastic model kit by Kitty Hawk (Kit No. KH80106 \/ 80106)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the legendary SEPECAT Jaguar, a British-French twin-engine ground-attack aircraft developed during the Cold War\u003cbr\u003e• Features the Royal Air Force Jaguar GR.1 and GR.3 variants, renowned for their low-level strike and tactical reconnaissance capabilities\u003cbr\u003e• Developed jointly by British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) and Breguet Aviation under the SEPECAT programme\u003cbr\u003e• Originally conceived as an advanced jet trainer before evolving into a capable tactical strike aircraft\u003cbr\u003e• Entered operational service with the Royal Air Force in 1974\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive high-mounted swept wings, twin-engine configuration and angular fuselage design\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by two Rolls-Royce\/Turbomeca Adour turbofan engines, providing reliable performance for demanding low-altitude missions\u003cbr\u003e• Designed primarily for ground attack, battlefield interdiction, close air support and tactical reconnaissance\u003cbr\u003e• The Jaguar GR.1 served as the RAF's principal early ground-attack version, equipped with navigation and attack systems suitable for low-level operations\u003cbr\u003e• The upgraded Jaguar GR.3 incorporated improvements to avionics, navigation and weapons capability\u003cbr\u003e• The Jaguar became particularly well known for its ability to operate at high subsonic speeds close to the ground\u003cbr\u003e• Equipped with two 30mm ADEN cannons for ground-attack engagements\u003cbr\u003e• Capable of carrying a wide range of external stores, including conventional bombs, rocket pods and guided weapons, depending on the variant and operational period\u003cbr\u003e• RAF Jaguars were deployed to Germany during the Cold War as part of Britain's contribution to NATO air power\u003cbr\u003e• Played an important combat role during the 1991 Gulf War, conducting strike missions against Iraqi military targets\u003cbr\u003e• RAF Jaguars also participated in operations over the Balkans and supported later deployments in the Middle East\u003cbr\u003e• The Jaguar GR.3 represented one of the final major upgrades to the RAF's Jaguar fleet\u003cbr\u003e• The aircraft remained in RAF service until 2007, demonstrating the longevity of its original design\u003cbr\u003e• The Jaguar's rugged construction and low-level strike capabilities made it a distinctive example of European military aviation engineering\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/48 scale provides an impressive display size for military aviation collectors and experienced modellers\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for enthusiasts of RAF aircraft, British military jets, Cold War aviation, NATO strike fighters and Gulf War aircraft\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to other RAF aircraft models, including the Tornado GR.1, Harrier GR.3, Buccaneer and Phantom FG.1\/FGR.2\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for Cold War RAF airbase, NATO deployment, Gulf War and aircraft maintenance dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired RAF Dark Green\/Dark Sea Grey camouflage and desert operational finishes, depending on the chosen aircraft and period\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic panel shading, exhaust staining, paint fading, hydraulic fluid marks and operational weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The distinctive twin-engine arrangement and swept-wing silhouette make the Jaguar an attractive display subject\u003cbr\u003e• A fascinating addition to any collection of British combat aircraft and Cold War ground-attack jets\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"kitty hawk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52022860022006,"sku":"80106","price":62.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/80106.jpg?v=1792746820","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/kitty-hawk-1-48-sepecat-jaguar-gr-1-gr-3-kh80106-raf-british-ground-attack-fighter-jet-aircraft-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}