Italeri 2783 - 1/48 Scale Tornado GR.1/IDS Model Kit  [IT-2783S]

Overview: Italeri 1/48 Tornado GR.1/IDS scale kit

The Tornado GR.1/IDS is a key example of European joint design, combining twin engines with swing-wing geometry to allow diverse mission roles from strike to reconnaissance. Its operational flexibility made it a staple of several air forces.

Historical note and flight characteristics

The Tornado saw notable service in the 1991 Gulf War where it conducted low-level attack sorties. Powered by twin afterburning turbofans, the type can reach speeds in the region of Mach 2.2 during high speed flight regimes.

Kit features for the modeller

This Italeri 1/48 kit supplies detailed components, a full colour assembly guide and a super decals sheet with six marking options. It offers modellers the chance to assemble an accurate Tornado GR.1/IDS for display or collection.