| Scale | 1/72 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fighter |
| Period | After 1945 |
| Country | Sweden |
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The Saab J-29 Tunnan (Swedish trunk) was a post-war Swedish all-metal mid-wing fighter. The flight of the prototype took place in 1948. Serial production lasted from 1948 to 1956, a total of 661 aircraft of this type were built. Propulsion was provided by a single Svenska Flygmotor RM2B turbojet engine, which was a licensed version of the DH Ghost engine. Deck armament consisted of four 20 mm Hispano V.
gunsThe Saab J-29 Tunnan was developed as a successor to the Saab J-21. Work on the new aircraft began in December 1945, and the biggest problem in their course was the choice of a suitable power unit. In the end, it was decided to purchase a license for the de Havilland Ghost engine, which also became the "heart" of the new aircraft. In the end, the Saab J-29 Tunnan turned out to be an excellent machine - one of the best fighters in the world for many years. 50s of the 20th century. It was distinguished by very good characteristics, excellent maneuverability and strong construction. Based on the basic version of this wonderful aircraft, several modifications were created, for example: J-29A (basic version, fighter version), A / J-29B (fighter-attack version) or S-29C (reconnaissance version). Austria was the only foreign user of the Saab J-29 Tunnan.
glue and paint are not included in the set
