The Special Hobby 72235 J-9/EP-106 Swedish Defender in 1:72 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit representing the intriguing J-9 fighter design, also known as the EP-106, used by the Swedish Air Force during World War II. This kit is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of military aviation as well as collectors of rare and lesser-known aircraft from the history of aviation.

• Scale: 1/72
• User country: Sweden
• Service period: World War II (1940–1946)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality polystyrene plastic
• Box contents: Sprues with parts, clear cockpit canopy, decals with authentic Swedish Air Force markings, assembly instructions
• Additional accessories: The kit does not include glue and paints, which must be purchased separately

The J-9/EP-106 is an export version of the American Seversky P-35A aircraft, ordered by Sweden on the eve of World War II to strengthen Swedish air defense in the face of increasing military threats. These aircraft were delivered and extensively used by the Flygvapnet (Swedish Air Force) for patrolling air borders as well as training and maintaining combat readiness during the war and for several years after its conclusion. While this was a pre-war design, it nonetheless played an important role in protecting neutral Sweden during the global conflict.

The Special Hobby 72235 model stands out for its high level of detail, a well-replicated cockpit interior, and multiple marking options—the included decals allow you to build the model as flown by specific units of the Swedish Air Force. Assembly is not very difficult—the manufacturer rates the kit’s difficulty at 3/5, recommending it for intermediate and more experienced modelers alike.

We recommend the J-9/EP-106 Swedish Defender to all aviation history enthusiasts and collectors of unique World War II aircraft models looking to expand their collections with an authentic and rarely seen Scandinavian subject.