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| | Code: MP-5361-1 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Model Power Postage Stamp Planes 5361-1
North American F-86 Sabre Diecast Model
USAF 51st FIW, 39th FIS, #51-2910 "Beautious Butch II", Joseph McConnel, Korea |
| 1:110 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| North American F-86 Sabre | | 4.25" | | 4" |
When the US Air Force requested a day fighter that could be used as a dive bomber or escort fighter it came up with the NA-140. The NA-140 became the F-86 Sabre Jet in 1949. This single seat, all weather, now night figher achieved a speed of over 700 mph with a range of 835 miles. Equipped with 24 (69.9mm) air to air rocket missiles this jet was used by the US, Australia, Italy and Japan. The F-86 saw extensive Korean War Duty. Designed to meet a USAAF requirement for a day-fighter/escort fighter/dive-bomber, the F-86 was first flown on October 1st, 1947. The Sabre's swept-wing "flying tail" configuration and a hydraulic flight-control system were some of its many firsts in technology and design that have now become standard for jet-powered aircraft. Armed with six 50 caliber machine guns, the F-86 saw extensive action in the Korean War, where it was often pitted against the MiG-15. The Sabre pilot had to be in visual contact and within gun range of the enemy in order to attempt a shoot-down, thereby making this aircraft the last true "dogfighter" in Air Force inventory. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The "Postage Stamp Planes" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. "Postage Stamp Planes" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads.
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