Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) – ARDU Test Aircraft
This 1:48 scale Dassault Mirage III O represents the distinctive Royal Australian Air Force ARDU (Aircraft Research and Development Unit) test aircraft finished in the striking yellow and black high-visibility scheme.
This model is professionally built and painted from the Kinetic 1:48 Mirage III kit, carefully assembled and detailed to capture the sleek lines and iconic appearance of the Mirage interceptor used by the RAAF during its experimental flight testing programs.
The ARDU aircraft were used by the RAAF Aircraft Research and Development Unit for weapons testing, flight trials and evaluation programs. The bold yellow-black paint scheme made the aircraft easily visible during test operations.
Model Features
• Scale: 1:48
• Aircraft: Dassault Mirage III O
• Operator: Royal Australian Air Force – ARDU
• Professionally assembled and hand painted
• Finished in RAAF ARDU high-visibility yellow & black scheme
• Accurate markings and decals applied
• Detailed cockpit and landing gear
• Weathered lightly to represent operational test aircraft
• Display-ready model
Kit Information
This model is built from the original Kinetic Mirage III kit and carefully assembled with attention to alignment, surface finish and realistic paintwork.
Additional finishing techniques include:
• subtle panel line wash
• realistic shading and tonal variation
• carefully applied decals and markings
• clean satin finish suitable for display
Important Notes
• Aircraft model only – figures or diorama elements are not included.
• This is a hand-built display model, not a toy.
• Small parts may be delicate and intended for collectors.
PreOrder Information
This is a PreOrder model.
The aircraft will be professionally built and painted after purchase.
Production time normally requires 2–4 weeks depending on workload.
Each model may show minor variations due to the hand-built process.
Perfect For
• Aircraft model collectors
• RAAF aviation enthusiasts
• Mirage III fans
• Scale aircraft display collections
• Military aviation history collectors