Special Hobby 72345 SMB-2 Super Mystère 'Sa’ar – Israeli Storm in the Sky' 1/72

The Special Hobby 72345 SMB-2 Super Mystère 'Sa’ar – Israeli Storm in the Sky' 1/72 scale fighter aircraft model is a precisely crafted plastic kit for assembly, representing the Israeli variant of the famous Super Mystère B2 jet fighter. This set is aimed at aviation modeling enthusiasts and those passionate about the history of 20th-century military aviation, particularly the Middle Eastern conflicts.

Model features:

• Scale: 1/72 – allows for building a faithful miniature of the aircraft while maintaining high detail.
• Material: high-quality plastic for easy workability and excellent part fitting.
• Country of service: Israel – these aircraft were operated by the Israeli Air Force during the Cold War era.
• Accessories: the kit does not include glue or paints; it contains a set of plastic parts and decals to recreate IAF aircraft.
• Category: plastic model kit for assembly.

Historical description:

The SMB-2 Super Mystère, known in its Israeli version as the Sa’ar, was a supersonic fighter-bomber produced by the French company Dassault. After successful orders for the Armée de l'Air, these aircraft were delivered to Israel, where they played a key role during the Six-Day War in 1967 and subsequent conflicts such as the Yom Kippur War (1973). The Sa’ar version was modernized with new American engines and updated avionics, significantly enhancing its combat capabilities.

Who is this kit recommended for?

The SMB-2 Super Mystère 'Sa’ar' model from Special Hobby is an excellent choice for intermediate and experienced modelers who appreciate both detailed craftsmanship and unique historical themes in aviation models. The kit requires basic modeling skills, so we rate the assembly difficulty at level 3/5.

Product advantages:

• Precise details replicating aircraft used by the IAF.
• Unique subject – a rarely seen jet fighter model.
• Rich set of decals to represent various Israeli machines.
• Ideal for expanding any Cold War-era aircraft model collection.

If you are fascinated by the history of Middle Eastern air battles and want to enhance your collection with a unique fighter jet from the 1960s and 1970s, the Special Hobby 72345 SMB-2 Super Mystère 'Sa’ar' 1/72 scale model will be an excellent choice!