Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA6624
Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 Diecast Model
RAF No.41(R) Sqn, ZK315, RAF Coningsby, England, Squadron 100th Anniversary 2016 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 | | 8.75" | | 6" |
In 2016, Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 #ZK315, based at RAF Coningsby, England was decorated in this special commemorative paint scheme to celebrate RAF No.41 Squadron's 100th Anniverary. No.41 Squadron is one of the RAF's oldest and most distinguished squadrons. Initially flying biplanes, the squadron played a crucial role in both World Wars, transitioning through various aircraft, including the Spitfire in WWII. Post-war, No. 41 Squadron has operated a range of jet aircraft, including the Tornado GR4 and the Eurofighter Typhoon. Today, it serves as a test and evaluation unit, responsible for developing and integrating advanced weapons and systems. The squadron's rich history and ongoing contributions underscore its importance in the RAF's operational capabilities.
Designed as part of a co-operative effort by Germany, Italy and the UK to produce an air superiority fighter, the Eurofighter was first flown on March 27th, 1994. The Eurofighter is a single-seat, twin-engine, agile combat aircraft used in air-to-air, air-to-ground and tactical reconnaissance roles. It is intentionally aerodynamically unstable, which gives it its high levels of agility-but this means the Typhoon is controlled by a computerized "fly by wire" system instead of by its pilot. The Eurofighter's first rate performance is matched by excellent all round vision and by sophisticated attack, identification and defense systems and stealth technology. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master 1:72 scale EF-2000 Eurofighter recreates the distinctive European twin-engine multirole fighter operated by several NATO air forces. Functional features include a cockpit canopy that can be configured open or closed, movable forward canards, a removable pilot figure and interchangeable extended or retracted landing gear. Individual releases include installable weapons and external stores appropriate to the aircraft represented. The mold captures the Eurofighter's large delta wing, close-coupled canards, prominent lower air intake and twin engine exhausts. Die-cast metal construction is complemented by detailed cockpit instrumentation, wheel wells, landing gear, pylons, antennas and finely reproduced surface features.
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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.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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