Airfix Plastic Model Kit

Sepecat Jaguar T.2 & T.4 (1/48)

Airfix Sepecat Jaguar T.2 & T.4 brings one of the most elegant aircraft of the Cold War era to 1/48 scale. Featuring the distinctive tandem cockpit layout, this plastic model kit represents the two seat training and conversion variants of the Jaguar as flown by the Royal Air Force.

The kit captures the sleek lines that made the two seat Jaguar such a favourite among aviation enthusiasts. An instruction sheet, paint layout guide and decal sheet are included, allowing the aircraft to be finished in authentic service markings.

• 1/48 scale plastic model kit
• Sepecat Jaguar T.2 and T.4 trainer variants
• Distinctive tandem cockpit configuration
• Includes instruction sheet and paint layout guide
• Decal sheet included

History

The SEPECAT Jaguar began life as a joint Anglo French project intended to produce an advanced jet trainer for both nations. As development progressed, the aircraft’s performance and versatility saw it evolve into a highly capable strike platform, with additional variants created to fulfil training and conversion roles.

The two seat Jaguar T.2 and later T.4 were developed to train pilots transitioning onto the operational single seat aircraft. Retaining the Jaguar’s speed and handling characteristics, these versions allowed effective instruction while maintaining the aircraft’s distinctive appearance.

During the Cold War, the Jaguar became a mainstay of Royal Air Force service, valued for its reliability and low level strike capability. The two seat variants gained particular admiration for their balanced proportions and flowing lines, and remain widely regarded as some of the most attractive aircraft ever to serve with the RAF.