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| | Code: HM-HA4316 
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. | Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA4316
CAC Sabre Mk 31 Diecast Model
RAAF No.76 Sqn Red Diamonds, #A94-942, RAAF Williamtown, Australia, September 1962 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| CAC Sabre Mk 31 | | 6.75" | | 6.25" |
The "Red Diamonds" were an RAAF Aerobatic Team formed in 1962 by members of the 76 Squadron based at Williamtown NSW and flew until 1965. The "Red Diamonds" aircraft were Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation (CAC) Sabre Mk. 31 but A94-942 was the last Mk. 31 produced and it along with A94-938 was modified with an extra 84 gallon fuel storage in the extending wing leading edge like the USAF F-86F. The aircraft under-wing pylons could also carry a pair of drop tanks or 500 pound bombs or sixteen 5-inch HVARs. 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 Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" 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.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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