The English Electric/BAC Lightning, which was the first real supersonic RAF fighter/interceptor, went into service in 1960. It achieved a remarkable rate of climb with full load. The short range was balanced by a large ventral tank and wing tanks. The Lightning remained on active service with the RAF until 1988 and was supplied to Kuwait and Saudi-Arabia among others.

Original details:

• Type description:  All-weather interceptor
• Year/Period:  1957
• Origin:  Great Britain
• Engine capacity:  2 x 7112 kp
• Speed:  2415 km/h

Model details:

• Structural details on surfaces
• Separate air brake flaps
• Detailed landing gear
• In-flight refuelling probe
• 2 wing tanks
• 2 guided missiles
• Decals for 2 RAF versions
• Scale:  1:72
• No. of parts:  47
• Length:  232 mm
• Wingspan:  151 mm
• Skill Level:  3

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