Jet Provost T.Mk 5 1/72 Die Cast Model – Hobby Master

SKU:

SM7010

UPC:

4895173423956

Military Conflict:

Cold War

Scale:

1:72 scale

Military Branch:

N/A

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Ammo:

N/A

Blank Firing Type:

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Cannot Ship To:

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Operator:

Great Britain

Model:

T.Mk 5

Jet Provost T.Mk 5 1/72 Die Cast Model,XW325/E, No. 6 Flying School, 1990 – SM7010

Features

• Model is approximately 5.75″ long with a 5.75″ wingspan
• Die cast metal construction with some plastic components
• Accurate markings and insignia
• Includes pilot figure
• Optional-position landing gear
• Detachable ordnance loads
• Opening canopy
• Display stand included

The BAC Jet Provost T.Mk 5 is a British jet-powered trainer aircraft developed in the late 1950s and widely used by the Royal Air Force. Evolving from the earlier piston-engine Provost, the T.Mk 5 introduced a turbojet engine, giving trainee pilots experience with jet performance in a safe, forgiving platform. Its tandem two-seat cockpit, straightforward handling, and robust construction made it ideal for teaching basic flight, aerobatics, and instrument flying. Powered by a single Armstrong Siddeley Viper turbojet, the aircraft could reach speeds of around 440 mph while remaining economical and reliable. Many air forces around the world adopted the T.Mk 5 and its variants. Known for its agility, durability, and simplicity, it helped train generations of pilots before being replaced by more modern jet trainers in the 1970s and 1980s.