RCAF Canadair CF-5 Freedom Fighter (officially called CF-116)

Made by Hobby Master this is a highly detailed diecast model measures approximately 20.42cm in length and a wingspan of 11.3cm.
Scale:  1/72
Includes stand: Yes
Military:  RCAF
Squadron:  434 "Blunose" Sqn.
Reg. No.:  116727
Year:  1979
Location:  CFB Cold Lake
Release Date:  July 2025 
Pre-painted
Pilot figure
Pad applied markings.
Fully assembled.
Option to display model with wheels up or down.
Minimum use of plastic.
 
History:
The Canadian CF-5 had several modifications compared to the original F-5 by Northrop.   One distinction was to address complaints about long takeoff runs, the Canadair version featured a two-position nose landing gear; compressed it operated like the original, but extended (before takeoff) it raised the nose and thereby increased the angle of attack and increased lift. The system reduced takeoff distance by almost 20%. A midair refueling probe was installed, Orenda-built General Electric J85-15 engines with 4,300 lbf (19 kN) thrust were used, and a more sophisticated navigation system was added. The nose of the CF-5 was also interchangeable with a specially designed reconnaissance set with four cameras in it. Over the course of its life, it received many upgrades to its avionics and capabilities.  The CF-5 was in operation with the RCAF on February 1, 1968 and was retired in 1995.