Hasegawa 02479 Tornado IDS Maiden Flight 50th Anniversary 1/72

Hasegawa 02479 Tornado IDS Maiden Flight 50th Anniversary 1/72 is a unique plastic model kit released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the Panavia Tornado IDS aircraft. This model is prepared in the popular 1/72 scale, which allows for an optimal balance between the level of detail and the size of the finished replica. The kit comes from the renowned Japanese manufacturer Hasegawa, known for the highest standards of quality and authenticity in detail reproduction.

Historical and Technical Facts

The Panavia Tornado IDS (Interdictor/Strike) is a multirole aircraft developed from the early 1970s by a consortium of three countries: United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy. The aircraft made its first flight in 1974 and quickly became the main type of jet front-line bomber in the air forces of these countries during the Cold War period and in operations into modern times. The Tornado IDS participated in numerous conflicts, including Operation Desert Storm and missions in Afghanistan.

Exceptional Features of the Model

• Anniversary painting – the opportunity to build a commemorative and striking 50th Anniversary version.
• Precisely rendered panel lines, rivets, and service panel details that superbly reflect the actual appearance of the aircraft.
• Movable variable-geometry wings, replicating the unique mechanism of the Tornado aircraft.
• Detailed cockpit with realistic seats, control panels, and instrument panel designed for precise painting and decaling.
• Multi-part armament – bombs, rockets, and fuel tanks for mounting under the wings and fuselage.
• High-quality decals allowing for perfect reproduction of anniversary markings.

Materials and Kit Contents

• Model made of high-quality plastic.
• The kit requires self-assembly and painting.
• Includes decals, assembly instructions, and a rich set of armaments and accessories.

Who is it recommended for?

The Hasegawa 02479 Tornado IDS 1/72 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 4/5). It is an excellent choice for military aviation enthusiasts, collectors of Cold War era aircraft, as well as fans of anniversary and limited editions.