Academy - 1/72 - SR-71 Blackbird

Academy - 1/72 - SR-71 Blackbird

- 1/72 scale model kit
- Recreates Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird
- Detailed fuselage and panel lines
- Includes cockpit interior details
- Dual-engine exhaust assembly
- Landing gear can be displayed up or down
- Decals for authentic markings
- Suitable for intermediate modelers

A Legend Reborn in Miniature

Step into the world of aviation history with the Academy 1/72 SR-71 Blackbird model kit. Known as the fastest jet aircraft ever built, the SR-71 served as America's ultimate reconnaissance plane, designed to fly at extreme speeds and altitudes. This kit is perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, hobbyists, and collectors looking to bring home a piece of Cold War history in stunning detail.

Powerful Specs in Scale

This 1/72 scale kit faithfully captures the sleek, futuristic shape of the SR-71. It comes with high-quality grey plastic parts and transparent elements for an authentic build. Key features include a detailed cockpit, realistic exhaust cones, optional position canopy, and engraved panel lines. With markings for 13 aircraft versions and premium cartographic decals, this kit offers variety and accuracy for modelers.

Precision Design and Detailing

Academy's SR-71 kit delivers outstanding craftsmanship, from its sculpted fuselage to its intricate cockpit details. Builders will appreciate the sharply molded parts that snap together smoothly, while the transparent canopy provides a clear view into the interior. Even the exhaust cones have been faithfully recreated, capturing the unique look of this record-breaking jet.

Fine Panels and Wing Accuracy

One of the highlights of this model is its finely engraved panel lines and carefully shaped wings. The SR-71's distinctive delta wing and sharp chine lines are reproduced with accuracy, offering a true-to-life representation. Each panel, seam, and contour has been engineered for precision, ensuring the finished model reflects the aircraft's futuristic design and stealthy appearance.

Background Information

Developed in Lockheed's top-secret Skunk Works in the late 1950s, the SR-71 was designed under CIA guidance to replace the U-2 spy plane. First flown in the 1960s, it could exceed Mach 3 and operate at altitudes of 36,000 meters, outrunning enemy missiles with sheer speed. Its iconic black paint not only gave the Blackbird its name but also reduced radar visibility and protected the aircraft from extreme heat.

Though retired from USAF service in the late 1980s, the SR-71's legend lives on. A total of around 30 aircraft were built, including the SR-71B trainer and SR-71C composite model. NASA later used a number of these aircraft for research, proving their design was decades ahead of its time. Today, the Blackbird is celebrated as an engineering marvel, and this Academy kit allows enthusiasts to recreate its unmatched legacy at home.