The Hobby Master 1/72 Tornado IDS “50 Years Anniversary” 43+97 WTD-61 Luftwaffe RIAT 2024 is a highly anticipated die-cast model aircraft that commemorates a significant milestone for the Tornado aircraft in German service. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:

Key Features:

1/72 Scale:
A popular scale for military aircraft collectors, balancing detail and display size.
Tornado IDS:
Represents the Tornado Interdictor/Strike variant, a multi-role combat aircraft.
“50 Years Anniversary” Livery:
This model features a special commemorative livery marking the 50th anniversary of the Tornado’s service with the Luftwaffe. Expect unique markings and paint schemes.
43+97 Registration:
Replicates the specific aircraft with the registration 43+97, adding to its authenticity.
WTD-61 Luftwaffe:
Indicates that the aircraft belongs to the Wehrtechnische Dienststelle 61 (WTD 61), the German military’s technical and evaluation center.
RIAT 2024:
This signifies that the model represents the aircraft as it appeared at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2024, a major airshow.