1/48 Hawker Sea Harrier Model Kit

The Hawker Siddeley Harrier astounded the world with its unique ability to take-off and land vertically utilizing vectored thrust from its powerful 8000kg thrust engine. First tested in concept in 1960, the aircraft went through many periods of testing and modification prior to acceptance by the Royal Air Force and other nations in 1974.

The Sea Harrier, along with GR3 Harriers from the RAF, were put to actual combat tests during the Falkland Islands crisis. The Royal Navy Harriers, during the conflict, were painted in the new "toned down" finish of matte sea blue overall, while the RAF aircraft were in the extra dark sea gray scheme. With a cruise speed of mach .9 and a top speed of 1.25, and landing speed of 0, this is truly a versatile combat aircraft and one that will be in weapons inventories for many years.

Tamiya has faithfully recreated this aircraft as a plastic model assembly kit. Features of the Sea Harrier such as variable nozzle and large canopy with good visibility faithfully recreated. The air brake can display opened or closed. A wealth of weapon parts such as a sidewinder, a 1000-pound bomb, and a 30mm Aden cannon pod demonstrate the Sea Harrier's superior attack power.