F-86F Sabre Model

Scale: 1/48
Wingspan: 9.25"
Fuselage Length: 9.5"

Each part of the F-86F Sabre scale model is painstakingly hand-carved by master craftsmen and undergoes priming and sanding several times until it is perfect. Talented artists meticulously paint each and every detail, no matter how big or small. The result is a replica that is a faithful reproduction of the original aircraft. A coat of clear lacquer not only provides the finishing touch, but also ensures that details are properly protected.

The F-86 Sabre was a transonic jet combat aircraft which was developed in the late 1940s and was one of the most-produced Western jet fighters of the Cold War era. The USAF Strategic Air Command had F-86 Sabres in service from 1949 through 1950 and was assigned to the 22nd Bomb Wing, the 1st Fighter Wing and the 1st Fighter Interceptor Wing.

Several variants of the Sabre were developed after the first successful productions. The F-86F has an upgraded engine and larger wing without leading edge slats. The USAF upgraded many of previous F versions to the F-40 standard. The QF-86F was former JASDF F-86F airframes converted to drones for use as a target by the US Navy. Some F-86F-30s were converted with three cameras for reconnaissance becoming the RF-86F. And two F-86F converted to two-seat training configuration with lengthened fuselage and slatted wings under North American becoming the TF-86F.