Saab JAS 39 Gripen Fighter

Saab’s JAS 39 Gripen was developed in Sweden as a multirole fighter capable of fighter, attack, and reconnaissance missions. A compact airframe, canard layout, and modern avionics reflected Swedish requirements, including operation from dispersed bases. The aircraft first flew in 1988 and later entered Swedish service, followed by exports. Gripen represents Sweden’s continuation of an independent combat-aircraft design tradition after the Viggen. The JAS designation deliberately combined the Swedish words associated with interception, attack, and reconnaissance. A small support footprint and rapid turnaround were important design priorities for dispersed operations. Later Gripen generations introduced substantial changes, so the original A/B and C/D aircraft should be distinguished from the larger E/F development.

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 2025, 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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