Special Hobby 1/48 Dassault SMB-2 Super Mystere 'Sa'ar " Israeli Storm in the Sky' Kit + Book # 48238B
The Dassault SMB-2 Super Mystere 'Sa'ar,' nicknamed "Israeli Storm in the Sky," represents a significant chapter in the history of Israeli military aviation.
Acquired by the Israeli Air Force (IAF) in the late 1950s, the SMB-2 Super Mystere played a crucial role in securing Israel's aerial superiority during a tumultuous period in the Middle East.
Developed by the French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation, the Super Mystere was a supersonic fighter-bomber renowned for its speed, agility, and advanced avionics.
Equipped with a powerful jet engine and capable of reaching speeds exceeding Mach 1, the SMB-2 offered unmatched performance for its time.
In Israeli service, the Super Mystere earned the moniker "Sa'ar," meaning "storm" in Hebrew, reflecting its formidable presence in the skies over the Middle East. Armed with a variety of air-to-air missiles, rockets, and bombs, the Sa'ar proved to be a versatile platform capable of engaging both aerial and ground targets with precision.
During its operational service with the IAF, the Super Mystere played a crucial role in various conflicts, including the Suez Crisis of 1956 and the Six-Day War of 1967.
Its speed and firepower contributed significantly to Israeli victories in these conflicts, solidifying its reputation as a formidable combat aircraft.
While eventually replaced by more modern fighter aircraft, the Dassault SMB-2 Super Mystere 'Sa'ar' remains an important symbol of Israeli military aviation history.
Its legacy as a pioneering supersonic fighter-bomber and its role in securing Israel's aerial dominance during a critical period continue to be remembered and celebrated within the aviation community.


SKU | SH48238B |
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Manufacturer | Special Hobby |
Scale | 1/48 |
Short Description | Limited release of model kit SH48238 which also contains a publication on Israeli SMB-2s and 3D-Printed additions |
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