Herpa US Air Force "Rapid Rabbit" Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird (1:200 Scale)
 
USAF 9th SRW, #61-7978 "Rapid Rabbit", Kadena AFB, Japan, 1972
 
Aircraft #61-7978 first flew on July 5th, 1967 and deployed operationally, along with two other SR-71s, to Kadena AFB in March 1978. Shortly after arrival groundcrews painted the rudders with the Playboy Bunny logo which remained there for most of its carreer, earning it the nickname "Rapid Rabbit". The aircraft was lost in a landing accident at Kadena on July 20th, 1972.
 
Designed as a long-range, strategic reconnaissance aircraft, The Lockheed SR-71 first flew on December 22, 1964. Nicknamed "The Blackbird," this highly-advanced aircraft was believed by many to be ahead of its time. It was capable of mach 3 and still holds the record for the fastest "air breathing manned aircraft" in the world. Its speed and ability to operate at high altitudes served as a defensive feature; when attacked by surface-to-air missiles, the pilot needed only to accelerate to avoid being struck. Only 32 SR-71's were operated during its 34-year service history, and though 12 were destroyed in accidents none were lost to enemy attack.
 
The Herpa "1:200 Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military aircraft in 1:200 scale.
 
Herpa "1:200 Wings" diecast airplanes feature:
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
Permanently extended landing gear with non-rotating wheels.
Some releases feature interchangeable open/closed canopies.
Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
 
This model comes with its original box.