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IRIS-T Missiles
1:72 Eduard


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The IRIS-T (Infra Red Imaging System Tail/Thrust Vector-Controlled) is a German-led program to develop a short-range infrared homing air-to-air missile to replace the AIM-9 Sidewinder. In the 1980s NATO agreed that the US would develop a medium range missile which would become the AIM-120 and the UK & Germany would develop a short range missile the AMRAAM. After the fall of the Berlin Wall and German reunification the Luftwaffe found itself with large numbers of Russian AA-11 missiles. To their surprise they were found to be better than the AIM-9. More manoeuvrable and capable. The Germans then withdrew from AMRAAM. At about the same time the US also went back on the agreement and resolved to develop the Sidewinder to the AIM-9X.

 

The IRIS-T is reported to have better ECM & Flare resistance to the AIM-9L, and the ability to to engage targets behind the launching aircraft due to it’s ability to turn up to 60G. It is also reported to be able to engage head on targets at much greater ranges than the AIM-9L. The IRIS-T is currently used by Germany, Austria, Belgium, Greece, Italy, Norway, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, & Thailand. 

 

 

IRIS-T (672-070)

This set from Eduard gives a set of 2 missiles wit a choice of launching rails which are designed for the F-16 or SAAB Gripen. The missiles come with resin rear fins, and pe parts. Open or covered seaker heads can be used as needed. A decal sheet is provided for all markings.

 

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Conclusion

These sets will enhance any model they are used on. Recommended. 

 

 

Review sample courtesy of
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