In the 1950s, the American company Northrop decided to develop a simple, low-cost fighter aircraft to equip the air forces of several NATO countries. The F-5 developed for this purpose was in fact a single-seat, light, small but extremely manoeuvrable fighter. It was simple to produce, relatively inexpensive and highly operational. The first versions produced by Northrop, designated F-5A “Freedom Fighter”, could reach a top speed of 1,700 km/h thanks to the two J85-GE-13 engines from General Electric. Equipped with two 20 mm cannons in the nose of the fuselage, the F5 was a true “multi-role aircraft”, as it could be used for both air defence and ground attack. The combination of these features ensured its rapid proliferation and use by numerous air forces.

Caution!Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts which may be swallowed, choking hazard.

• Scale: 1:72
• Age recommendation: from 14 years
• Contents: Detailed plastic model kit