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Tango0127 Mar 2015 3:46 p.m. PST

"Powered by a single Volvo RM8 turbofan engine, the Viggen was capable of a maximum speed of Mach 2.1, and also featured afterburner technology, as well as a reverse thrust capability. As well as various underwing store solutions, it also carried a 30mm Oerlikon cannon, and the JA37D also carried a U95 ECM pod. The version of the Viggen in this kit (JA37) was introduced in 1979, and some were upgraded to JA37D specification…"

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Mako1127 Mar 2015 8:46 p.m. PST

A beautiful looking jet, and model.

Thanks for sharing.

John Treadaway28 Mar 2015 5:49 a.m. PST

Superb all round.

Aesthetically, I love jets of this period.

John T

Tango0128 Mar 2015 11:12 a.m. PST

Glad you enjoyed it boys!. (smile)

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Lion in the Stars28 Mar 2015 12:17 p.m. PST

SAAB has always made pretty jets. I still think the Flanker is the prettiest, but the Viggen and the Grypen are very nice.

commanderroj28 Mar 2015 1:22 p.m. PST

My all time favourite jet, but I have never seen the number painted on the wing! I am curious not doubtful.

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