{"product_id":"hawk-mk-66-swiss-air-force","title":"Tamiya 1\/48 BAe Hawk Mk.66 “Swiss Air Force” – Advanced Jet Trainer Model Kit with Photo-Etch \u0026 Ordnance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThe BAe Hawk has been one of the world’s most successful advanced jet trainers since its first flight in 1974. Compact, agile, and economical to operate, the Hawk quickly became a favorite for air forces needing a modern training platform and light attack capability. With its 11-meter wingspan, Adour 151 turbofan engine, and capacity for a 30mm gun pod plus over 2,000kg of ordnance, the aircraft proved both versatile and dependable.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Hawk Mk.66 served with the Swiss Air Force from 1990 to 2002, providing advanced pilot training and transitioning pilots toward frontline fighter aircraft. This 1\/48 scale kit—featuring aircraft parts and Swiss markings produced by Italeri—captures the clean lines and purposeful stance of this important trainer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nPhoto-etched components elevate the cockpit and exterior details, while the included ordnance—fuel tanks and Sidewinder missiles—adds flexibility for display. Four RAF Hawk T Mk.I marking options and one Swiss Mk.66 scheme provide excellent customization opportunities. Two Tamiya spin-cast pilot figures are included, doubling as practical nose weighting to ensure proper balance during display.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50347331191031,"sku":"MH_TAM89784_HH","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/3324\/8759\/files\/a36a34dfdbddc33a289df0605c37aeb5.jpg?v=1765418983","url":"https:\/\/checkout.miniaturehobbies.com\/products\/hawk-mk-66-swiss-air-force","provider":"Miniature Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}