Hasegawa 02479 - 1/72 Tornado IDS 50th Anniversary Maiden Flight Model Kit - Collector Friendly Edition  [HA-02479]

Tornado IDS 50th Anniversary 1/72 Tribute by Hasegawa

This Hasegawa 1/72 Tornado IDS model kit commemorates the aircraft's 50th anniversary in a scale suited to shelf displays and dioramas. The kit reflects the Tornado's distinctive variable-sweep wing layout and multi-role heritage, giving experienced builders an accurate platform to recreate an important military type.

Why the Tornado IDS Matters to Modellers

The Panavia Tornado IDS served in a range of strike and interdiction roles across NATO forces, prized for its low-level penetration and mission flexibility. This Hasegawa kit reproduces many panel lines and features that appeal to hobbyists focused on authenticity and historical modelling.

Assembly Notes and Presentation Tips

Parts are moulded to capture detail and decals provide marking choices. Builders should be prepared to use glue and paints to reach a realistic finish. When finished, the model makes a strong display piece that highlights the Tornado's engineering and operational role.