The North American F-86 Sabre, sometimes called the Sabrejet, is a transonic jet fighter aircraft. Produced by North American Aviation, the Sabre is best known as the United States’ first swept-wing fighter that could counter the swept-wing Soviet MiG-15 in high-speed dogfights in the skies of the Korean War (1950–1953), fighting some of the earliest jet-to-jet battles in history. Considered one of the best and most important fighter aircraft in that war, the F-86 is also rated highly in comparison with fighters of other eras. Although it was developed in the late 1940s and was outdated by the end of the 1950s, the Sabre proved versatile and adaptable and continued as a front-line fighter in numerous air forces.
Top speed: 650 mph
Introduced: 1949
Manufacturers: North American Aviation, Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation
Wingspan: 37′ 0″
First flight: October 1, 1947
Engine type: Turbojet
Range: 1,001 m
Number Of Sheets: 3 Sheets
Difficulty: Moderate
Assembled Size: 6.1"L x 5.9"W x 3.1"H (15.6 x 15 x 8 cm)
Ages 14+
Metal Earth kits are made from high quality steel sheets. Each model features amazing detail with parts cut from one or more 4” square steel sheets. Easy to follow instructions are included with each kit and NO GLUE OR SOLDER REQUIRED! Simply snip out the pieces and bend the tabs through corresponding connection points.
