This unique airplane flew at 2,000 mph at altitudes that are still classified. With high-tech electronic equipment on board, it gathered strategic reconnaissance information for the U.S. military for over 25 years. The SR-71 was developed by Lockheed's Skunk Works to replace the U-2 high altitude spyplane which had become vulnerable to interception by surface-to-air missiles. The SR-71 is very fast and with a top speed in excess of 2100mph it still holds many world speed records. In the early '90s the SR-71 fleet was mothballed but several aircraft have been reactivated by the continuing need for a manned reconnaissance capability. Features: Markings included for one USAF aircraft. 66 parts in black and clear plastic with raised panel lines. One piece cockpit tub with separate instrument panels, seats, and seated pilot and observer figures. Optional position canopies. Detailed landing gear and wheel wells, exhaust nozzles and intake cones. Includes D-21 reconnaisance drone with ground trolley. Paint colors needed: Flat Black, Flat White, Flat Olive Drab, Flat Grey, Flat Red, Flat Yellow, Gloss Silver, and Gloss Orange.  | This plastic model kit requires plastic cement and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately. |
| WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD! Small parts. Not intended for children under 3 years of age. | | Product image and description is provided by the manufacturer, and is as accurate as possible. Some details of the product may be subject to change without notice (graphics, decoration, wheel color, etc.). eHobbies is not responsible for these changes, as it does not alter the function or value of the product. |
| Model length 18.5 inches, wingspan 9.2 inches. |
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