Tarangus

Tarangus makes plastic scale model kits with a focus on Swedish military aviation. Founded in 2009 by Fredrik Zetterberg and Max Nykvist, the company develops aircraft subjects connected to Swedish aviation history. Its kits include the Saab Viggen, Saab 17 and Tunnan, with products available in 1/48 and 1/72 scale. The range also includes limited edition releases.

Saab Viggen Model Kits

The Saab Viggen is an important subject in the Tarangus range.

The real aircraft first flew on February 8, 1967, with Erik Dahlström as its pilot. Different versions were developed for attack, reconnaissance, training and fighter duties.

These included the AJ 37 attack aircraft, SH and SF 37 reconnaissance versions, Sk 37 trainer and JA 37 fighter.

Tarangus has produced Viggen kits in cooperation with Special Hobby. Its range includes models in both 1/48 and 1/72 scale.

Some kits contain separate canard flaps, different canards for attack and fighter versions, and a ram air turbine.

The company has also produced a special edition of the SF 37 reconnaissance Viggen, limited to 500 models.

The Saab 17

Another aircraft represented by Tarangus is the Saab 17.

The aircraft began as an ASJA project called the L-10. After ASJA merged with Saab, it became the Saab 17.

Its first prototype flew on May 18, 1940, and deliveries began two years later.

The aircraft served with several Swedish Air Force wings, including F4, F6, F7 and F12.

Tarangus introduced the Saab B 17 as a model kit in 1/48 scale.

For builders interested in earlier Swedish military aircraft, this kit offers a different subject from the later jet aircraft in the range.

The Saab Tunnan

Tarangus also produces models of the Saab Tunnan.

One version of the aircraft used an afterburner developed by Volvo Flygmotor and had sawtooth wings. This version remained in Swedish Air Force service until 1976.

The company has developed Tunnan kits in 1/72 scale.

This aircraft gives builders another part of Swedish jet aviation history to explore.

Alongside the Viggen and Saab 17, the Tunnan helps show the different aircraft types covered by the Tarangus range.

Limited Edition Aircraft Models

Limited edition kits are part of the company's approach to scale modelling.

Tarangus has released special versions of its aircraft subjects, including the SF 37 reconnaissance Viggen.

Some releases focus on particular aircraft configurations, markings or versions.

The company has also provided information about missing kit parts and how builders can obtain them through the retailer where they purchased their model.

This reflects its continued work with aircraft model builders.

For pilots and aviation fans interested in Swedish military aircraft, Tarangus provides kits covering several periods of aviation history. Its aircraft subjects allow collectors and builders to explore the development of Swedish aircraft through scale models.