SR-71A Blackbird 17958 USAF Beale AFB 28th July 1976 "world absolute speed record holder" in 1:72 scale
This is the SR-71A Blackbird 17958 USAF Beale AFB 28th July 1976 "world absolute speed record holder" in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird, serial 61-7958 (often abbreviated 17958), earned its place in aviation history on 28 July 1976 when it set the world absolute speed record for a manned air-breathing aircraft while based with the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Beale Air Force Base, California. Piloted by Captain Robert C. Helt with Major Larry A. Elliott, the Blackbird achieved an astonishing speed of 2,193.17 mph (3,529.56 km/h, Mach 3.3+), a record that still stands today. Constructed primarily of titanium to withstand the extreme heat generated by sustained high-speed flight, the SR-71 combined unmatched speed, altitude, and advanced reconnaissance capabilities, making it one of the most remarkable aircraft ever built and an enduring symbol of Cold War technological achievement.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird, serial 61-7958 (often abbreviated 17958), earned its place in aviation history on 28 July 1976 when it set the world absolute speed record for a manned air-breathing aircraft while based with the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Beale Air Force Base, California. Piloted by Captain Robert C. Helt with Major Larry A. Elliott, the Blackbird achieved an astonishing speed of 2,193.17 mph (3,529.56 km/h, Mach 3.3+), a record that still stands today. Constructed primarily of titanium to withstand the extreme heat generated by sustained high-speed flight, the SR-71 combined unmatched speed, altitude, and advanced reconnaissance capabilities, making it one of the most remarkable aircraft ever built and an enduring symbol of Cold War technological achievement.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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