COBI Building Set AF Northrop F-5E Tiger II (COBI-5857)

Product detailed description

Build your own model of the Northrop F-5 Tiger II, a light supersonic twin-engine fighter aircraft developed by the American company Northrop Corporation. In the 1970s, Switzerland purchased these aircraft. The aircraft are known for their excellent maneuverability and ease of piloting. The F-5 entered service with the Swiss Air Force team Patrouille Suisse in 1995. Despite their age, the Tiger II are still impressive machines, capable of performing dynamic and spectacular air shows. Patrouille Suisse has gained an international reputation for its incredible piloting skills and impressive displays, and the F-5 aircraft are an integral part of their success and recognition. The package contains 351 building blocks and the model is in 1:48 scale.

Number of figures: 0 pcs
Dimensions after assembly: 18 x 29 x 10 cm
Scale: 1:48
Box dimensions (packaging): 34 x 24 x 6 cm
Number of blocks: 351 pcs
Package weight: 440 g
Recommended age: 6+
Blocks can be combined with another well-known brand: Yes
Material: Plastic
Collection: Armed Forces

Interesting facts:
The development of the aircraft began in 1956 as a smaller and cheaper alternative to the F-4 Phantom.
Since the United States did not need such an aircraft in the 1960s, the F-5 became a major export item.
The compact, light, fast, and agile aircraft attracted the attention of many countries due to its low acquisition and operating costs.
After flight tests in 1959, orders poured in. A total of 36 countries included F-5 fighters in their arsenal.
The F-5 was actually an excellent aircraft, popular with pilots and ground personnel for its easy maintenance. In 1970, the F-5 even won an international fighter competition.
Over time, the aircraft was modernized, resulting in various versions such as a training special, radar reconnaissance special, or aircraft capable of in-flight refueling for the US Navy.
The name Freedom Fighter was earned during the defense of South Vietnam against the Viet Cong.
Licensed production also took place in Spain, Taiwan, Switzerland, and South Korea,
The aircraft was produced for nearly 30 years, with approximately 1,400 units manufactured.

Technical specifications of the original:
Dimensions: wingspan 7.9 m, length 14.45 m, height 4.08 m
Powerplant: 2x GE J85-GE-21B turbojet engines, each with a thrust of 15.5 kN
Empty weight: 3,667 kg, maximum takeoff weight 11,190 kg
Range: 3,720 km with external tanks
Maximum speed: 1,734 km/h
Maximum flight altitude: 15,800 m
Climb rate: 146 m/s
Armament: 2x Pontiac M39A2 20 mm cannon + 3,200 kg bombs
Crew: 1