• Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Panavia Tornado IDS Aircraft "TaktLwG 33, Buchel Air Base" German Luftwaffe die cast model by Herpa.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Does NOT include display stand.
• This model does not have any openings.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
• Dimensions approximately L-3.25, Wingspan-2.75 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.

HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Luftwaffe Tornado IDS of Taktisches Luftwaffengeschwader 33 (TaktLwG 33) represents a cornerstone of Germany’s tactical strike capability. Introduced to the German Air Force in the late 1970s, the Panavia Tornado was developed as a multi-role aircraft capable of low-level penetration, precision strikes, and reconnaissance missions. Assigned to TaktLwG 33, the Tornado quickly became a key asset in Germany’s Cold War defense strategy, operating from bases such as Büchel Air Base and providing rapid response capabilities to NATO missions in Europe. Its swing-wing design and advanced avionics allowed it to perform effectively at both high and low speeds, making it a versatile and formidable aircraft in the Luftwaffe’s arsenal.
Over the decades, Tornado aircraft of TaktLwG 33 have participated in numerous multinational exercises and operational deployments. They played a critical role in NATO operations during the Gulf War era and later contributed to coalition missions in the Balkans, demonstrating both precision strike capabilities and interoperability with allied forces. Equipped with a range of conventional and nuclear delivery systems, as well as reconnaissance pods and precision-guided munitions, the Tornados were capable of responding to a wide variety of mission requirements. Pilots of TaktLwG 33 trained rigorously in both simulated and live environments, ensuring readiness for any operational scenario.
Beyond combat missions, the Tornados of TaktLwG 33 also contributed to peacetime operations, including aerial reconnaissance, NATO readiness exercises, and training missions that strengthened European security. Over the years, the squadron earned a reputation for professionalism and operational excellence, with its aircraft demonstrating the durability, speed, and versatility that the Tornado platform was designed to provide. As modernization programs were implemented, the aircraft received upgrades to avionics, weapon systems, and navigation suites, ensuring that TaktLwG 33 remained at the forefront of tactical aviation.
This 1:200 scale model beautifully captures the aircraft’s distinctive swing-wing profile and detailed livery. With accurate markings, precise proportions, and high-quality craftsmanship, it is an essential collectible for enthusiasts of German military aviation and model collectors seeking to showcase a legendary tactical strike aircraft.