MMP Books 49463 The Fighting Colours of Richard J. Caruana. 50th Anniversary Collection. 1. Saab 37 Viggen EN

MMP Books 49463 The Fighting Colours of Richard J. Caruana. 50th Anniversary Collection. 1. Saab 37 Viggen EN is a unique publication dedicated to the legendary Swedish fighter aircraft, the Saab 37 Viggen. This professionally prepared book, published by the renowned MMP Books, is a real treat for aviation enthusiasts and modelers looking for comprehensive color documentation and inspiration for building models and dioramas.

• Format: A4 landscape, softcover, 36 full-color pages.
• Language: English – ideal for international use, as well as for collectors and modelers seeking valuable technical literature.
• Category: Modeling literature, color aircraft profile album, a perfect addition for aviation enthusiasts, collectors, and those building plastic and resin models in any scale.
• Anniversary edition: commemorates 50 years of work by Richard J. Caruana, renowned artist and aviation historian.
• Contents: over 56 high-quality color camouflage profiles and special Saab 37 Viggen operational paint schemes used by Sweden during the Cold War era and the early 21st century.
• Unique technical drawings: one page with scale drawings illustrates the different Viggen versions, another presents unit insignia as seen in the book’s illustrations.
• Short history of the Saab 37 Viggen: each illustration is accompanied by descriptions with historical facts and operational use of this aircraft, which served in the Swedish Air Force from the 1970s until the early 21st century.

The book is recommended for all modelers, regardless of preferred scale (e.g. 1/48, 1/72), who want to accurately recreate the Swedish fighter based on authentic painting schemes and markings. It also serves as an inspiration for experienced aviation historians and collectors wishing to expand their library with thematic publications featuring precise color profiles.

Level of difficulty for using the material: 1/5 – the book is clear and easy to use, suitable even for beginner Swedish aviation and modeling enthusiasts. It is a valuable, factual guide to the color schemes of the iconic Saab 37 Viggen, guaranteeing the highest archival and technical value.