How much does a Viggen cost?
A fair amount less than the $45 million price for a brand new Viggen fighter jet in its day. Safe to say, the fuel costs for the car are significantly less than the jet as well.
What generation is the Viggen?
The JA 37 Viggen can in many cases be considered a second generation fighter. There were few other planes in the world that could compare with the Viggen. The last of 329 Viggens, a JA 37 fighter version, was delivered from Saab in Linköping to the Swedish Air Force in 1990.
What missiles did the Viggen use?
Specifications (JA 37 Viggen) Six missile stations for two RB71 Skyflash (only JA37), four AIM-120 AMRAAM (JA 37D), or six AIM-9 Sidewinder or four 135 mm (5.4 in) rocket pods.
Is the Viggen good?
it is amazing, and the stability in low level high speed is great! Buzzing enemy bases at FL0 with Mach 1.3 is funny as hell. The Viggen is also really good against the other 3rd gen jets on the Cold War server, in my experience it is able to out-turn the 21 and out-run the 19 with ease.
What replaced the Viggen?
Saab JAS 39 Gripen
In November 2005, the Viggen was retired from service by the Swedish Air Force, the only operator, having been replaced by the newer Saab JAS 39 Gripen.
How fast is Viggen?
1,386 mph
Saab 37 Viggen/Top speed
When did the Viggen come out?
21 June 1971
In the late 1970s, the all-weather fighter-interceptor aircraft JA 37 variant was introduced….
| Saab 37 Viggen | |
|---|---|
| First flight | 8 February 1967 |
| Introduction | 21 June 1971 (AJ 37) |
| Retired | 26 June 2007 (SK 37E) |
| Primary user | Swedish Air Force |
Did the Viggen have countermeasures?
Yes, you need at least one countermeasures pod. The AJ Viggen never had internal countermeasures, even though there were places to mount them.
What replaced the Saab 37 Viggen?
In the late 1970s, the all-weather fighter-interceptor aircraft JA 37 variant was introduced. In November 2005, the Viggen was retired from service by the Swedish Air Force, the only operator, having been replaced by the newer Saab JAS 39 Gripen.
Is the Viggen good DCS?
The Viggen likes being down-low, it was designed for it. It has outstanding acceleration on the deck and can out-accelerate most other aircraft but only at low altitude, so keep that in mind for those intercept missions out there. Maneuverability-wise this is not an aircraft you will want to do dogfights in.
Is the Viggen still in service?
The Viggen was also the most advanced fighter jet in Europe until the introduction of the Panavia Tornado into operational service in 1981. In November 2005, the Viggen was retired from service by the Swedish Air Force, the only operator, having been replaced by the newer Saab JAS 39 Gripen.
What is Saab Viggen convertible?
The Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible was the open top version of the 9-3 Viggen that was introduced for the 1999 model year. The 9-3 Viggen convertible was powered by Saab’s B235R engine, which was a turbocharged 2.3L inline four engine had an output of 225hp and 252 lb ft of torque.
What is the AJS-37 Viggen?
The AJS-37 Viggen is a Swedish double-delta supersonic attack aircraft from the late Cold War. It was the backbone of the Swedish Air Force during the Cold war, serving as the main attack and anti-ship platform. The AJS is the 90’s upgrade of this 70’s era aircraft, adding several advanced weapons and systems functionalities.
Is the Saab AJS 37 Viggen the Flygvapen Thunderbolt?
“Briefing: Saab AJS 37 Viggen: The Flygvapen’s new ‘Thunderbolt'”. World Air Power Journal, Volume 22, Autumn/Fall 1995, pp. 30–31. London: Aerospace Publishing. ISBN 1-874023-62-X. ISSN 0959-7050. Larsson, Bengt.
What does Saab 37 Viggen stand for?
The Saab 37 Viggen (Swedish for “the bolt ” or “the tufted duck ” (see name)) is a retired Swedish single-seat, single-engine, short-medium range combat aircraft.
When was the last AJ 37 Viggen painted red?
This AJS 37 was painted red in 1999 for the last years of Viggen sorties at F 10 Ängelholm. In July 1971, the first production AJ 37 Viggen was delivered to the Swedish Air Force.