Mirage lllCJ, Gioria Epstein, 101 San. lAF, Hatzor Air Base, 1967 1/72 Die Cast Model - HA9805
Features
- Model is approximately 8.25" long with a 4.5" wingspan
- Die cast metal construction with some plastic components
- Accurate markings and insignia
- Includes pilot figure
- Optional-position landing gear
- Detachable ordnance loads
- Opening canopy
- Display stand included
The Dassault Mirage III is a French supersonic fighter aircraft developed in the 1950s by Dassault Aviation. Renowned for its sleek delta-wing design and outstanding performance, the Mirage III became one of the most successful European combat aircraft of its era. Powered by a single SNECMA Atar turbojet engine, it was capable of reaching speeds over Mach 2, making it one of the first Western European aircraft to do so. Initially designed as an interceptor, its versatility allowed it to serve in multiple roles, including reconnaissance and ground-attack missions. The Mirage III saw extensive service with numerous air forces worldwide, most notably in the Middle East, South America, and South Africa. Its combat record, particularly in the hands of the Israeli Air Force during the Six-Day War and Yom Kippur War, cemented its reputation as a capable and reliable aircraft. The Mirage III's legacy influenced future Dassault designs like the Mirage 5 and Mirage 2000.
