Metal Earth SR71 Blackbird Plane

Lockheed's SR-71 Blackbird was a long-range Mach 3.5+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed by Lockheed and its Skunk Works division.

It was the first aircraft to be constructed mainly of titanium. At full velocity the airplane surface heats up to over 500 degrees. A total of 3,551 missions were flown and not one Blackbird was lost due to enemy military retaliation.

• model measures 3.95" x 2.05" x 1.15" when built.
• difficulty level: moderate.
• no glue or solder needed.
• ages 14+

Metal Earth is made from high quality steel sheets. Each model features amazing detail with parts cut from one or more 4” square steel sheets. Easy to follow instructions are included with each kit and no glue or solder required! Simply snip out the pieces and bend the tabs through corresponding points.