L-133 Starjet

Unbuilt proposal.

The Lockheed L-133 Starjet was an American jet-fighter design proposal developed before the United States fielded operational jet fighters. Its forward-looking configuration included a canard arrangement and proposed jet propulsion. The design was not built as an operational fighter. It represents an early exploration of jet-aircraft possibilities rather than an established combat type of the Second World War. The project illustrates how American designers were exploring jet possibilities before engine technology and official priorities supported every ambitious proposal. A design drawing could anticipate attractive performance without demonstrating it in flight. The Starjet’s historical interest lies in that early stage of experimentation, not in an assumed operational counterpart to later American jet fighters.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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