The Saab JAS 39 Gripen represented a significant advancement in Swedish air power, entering service in the latter half of the 1990s and replacing older platforms like the Saab 37 Viggen. Initially conceived as a potent air superiority and multirole fighter, the design soon evolved to include the JAS-39D, a dedicated two-seat variant primarily developed for advanced pilot training. This twin-seat version remarkably retained the high performance and flight characteristics of its single-seat counterpart. The JAS-39D also offered increased operational flexibility, proving highly capable in a broader spectrum of missions, including crucial reconnaissance and ground-attack roles. Its innovative aerodynamic design provides excellent manoeuvrability, complemented by robust flight performance, achieving a maximum speed of Mach 2.0. The ability to carry a diverse and flexible offensive payload has also been a key factor in the Gripen's notable commercial success and export to various nations.

Italeri presents this detailed 1/48 scale plastic model kit of the JAS-39D Gripen Twin Seater Fighter, offering modellers the opportunity to build a replica of this advanced contemporary aircraft.

• 1x Italeri 1/48 JAS-39D Gripen Twin Seater Fighter Scaled Plastic Model Kit