| CF-100 Canuck | |
|---|---|
| Image |  |
| Role | Interceptor |
| Manufacturer | Avro Aircraft Ltd. Canada |
| Produced | 1952-1981 |
| Users | |
| Status | Retired |
The Avro Canada CF-100 Canuck (affectionately known as the "Clunk" or "The Lead Sled" by Sabre pilots) was a Canadian jet interceptor/fighter which served during the early Cold War. The CF-100 was the first Canadian-designed fighter to enter mass production, serving primarily with the Royal Canadian Air Force and in small numbers in Belgium. For its day, the CF-100 featured a short takeoff run and high climb rate, over 15,000 feet per minute, making it well suited to its role as an interceptor.
