New Zealand MIG

[Richard Coutts-Smith]

On trademe New Zealand at the moment, Mig-21MF Jet Fighter. 98 bids and counting. If you have a spare 5 minutes I highly recommend checking out the question/answers section.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-312051399.htm


"1973 Mikoyan-Gurevich Mig-21MF Fighter Jet
Your opportunity to own the only example of single seat MIG 21 fighter in New Zealand
An iconic piece of aviation history this aircraft would make a great addition to any museums collection, a unique business icon, gate guardian or park it on your lawn and be the envy of all your friends.

Imported into New Zealand in late 1993 this aircraft had only 1052 flight hours on the airframe of an expected 20000 hour life.

Technical Specifications
Serial Number: 968008
Year of Manufacturer: 1973
Manufactured in Russia (either Moscow or Gorky)
Length: 15.76 meters
Wingspan: 7.15 meters
Height: 4.1 meters
Weight: 5400 Kg
Maximum speed: 2,125 km/h (Mach 2.05)
Service Ceiling: 62000 Feet
Engine: Tumanskiy R-13-300 Afterburning Turbojet Rated at 14320 Lbf "

Rich.

[Ganmain Tony]

Youve got to admire the seller's patience and his sense of humour.

Thanks for that Rich, I had a good laugh

[Ryan]

that's a great ad, to the seller for his sense of humour.