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With is reputation as an exceptional air observation post aircraft possessing great short field performance, when officials behind the 1956 Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition were looking for a suitable reconnaissance and support aircraft, they knew exactly where to turn.
The Auster Aircraft Company were asked to modify two of their dual control T.7 aircraft specifically for the task, featuring additional radio equipment, larger tail surfaces and the ability to be fitted with either floats or skies as operations demanded.
The aircraft were also finished in a high visibility scheme, in preparation for the conditions expected during an expedition which was hoped would result in the first overland crossing of Antarctica via the South Pole.
Glue Assembly - Paint required (sold separately)
Number of Parts: 39.
Dimensions (mm): L100x W152.
With is reputation as an exceptional air observation post aircraft possessing great short field performance, when officials behind the 1956...
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Some of the most important military vehicles of the Second World War didn't feature huge main guns, neither were they bedecked with ever thicker armour plating, but are no less fascinating to study. One of the most crucial abilities on any battlefield is to be able to transport your wounded troops quickly and efficiently from the front line, to field medical stations some distance behind the fighting, where they could receive the medical attention they needed and potentially save their lives. Although clearly any vehicle could be used for this task, a dedicated ambulance would often allow the wounded to start receiving care straight away and if you were ever in need of one's services, you would no doubt class these as the most important vehicles on the battlefield. Age: 14 years and up Model No: A1375 Approx package dimensions: 41 x 26 x 6 cms Scale: 1:35 Approx finished...
Some of the most important military vehicles of the Second World War didn't feature huge main guns, neither were they...
$124.00
Although not generally regarded as one of the most fashionable British aircraft to see service during the Second World War, the Avro Anson was nevertheless one of the most important aircraft not only of the inter-war years, but also during WWII itself and is deserving of more recognition than it usually receives. An aircraft which began its development in 1933 as a high speed, long range, modern mail carrying charter aircraft, the Avro 652 was still in development when the British Air Ministry issued a requirement for a twin engined, general reconnaissance and multi-role aircraft capable of performing a variety of roles for both the Royal Air force and the Royal Navy. The Avro team felt that their new aircraft would be perfect for the role and later entered it in an official evaluation programme with the competitor de Havilland DH89M, the military version of their biplane Dragon Rapide. The...
Although not generally regarded as one of the most fashionable British aircraft to see service during the Second World War,...
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The handsome Beagle B.206 Basset was a twin-engined light executive transport and military communications aircraft built by the Beagle Aircraft Company at their Shoreham base and held the potential of being a huge global success, but for a number of reasons, would only be built in relatively small numbers.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 47
Dimensions (mm): L142 x W192.
The handsome Beagle B.206 Basset was a twin-engined light executive transport and military communications aircraft built by the Beagle Aircraft...
$95.00
An aircraft which possibly underlines the capabilities of the modern helicopter more effectively than any other type, the mighty Boeing CH-47 Chinook has already been in military service for over sixty years and shows no sign of disappearing from world skies any time soon. The distinctive tandem twin-rotor configuration of this heavy-lift helicopter cleverly counteracts the effects of engine torque by having each of its huge rotor blade stacks rotate in opposite directions, thus negating the need for the tail rotors traditionally associated with helicopters. The impressive Chinook made its first flight in 1961 and since then, it has become one of the most effective aircraft designs of the post-war era, capable of operating in almost any environment, no matter how inhospitable the terrain. Clearly, this has made the Chinook invaluable when performing many roles, ably tackling a multitude of military and civilian applications. As the world's largest operator of...
An aircraft which possibly underlines the capabilities of the modern helicopter more effectively than any other type, the mighty Boeing...
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The Boulton-Paul Defiant was the only "Turret Fighter" to enter service with the RAF. The Defiant used the philosophy that a fighter aircraft, armed soley with a turret bristling with machine guns would be able to enter a bomber stream causing havoc and the turret would also enable it to defend itself from enemy fighters. During its first few engagements during the Battle of Britain in 1940, enemy pilots were taken by surprise and the Defiant fared well but soon the Lutwaffe pilots worked out its weaknesses, especially the lack of forward firing guns and the Defiant was soon relegated to night fighting duties were it fared better.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 70
Dimensions (mm): L150 x W166.
The Boulton-Paul Defiant was the only "Turret Fighter" to enter service with the RAF. The Defiant used the philosophy that...
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Despite its ungainly appearance, the Brewster Buffalo was one of the most significant aircraft in US aviation history and one which would see heavy combat use during the early months of WWII.
The winner of a fly-off competition with the Grumman Wildcat to provide the US Navy with a new, modern carrier-based monoplane fighter, the Buffalo incorporated a host of advanced design features, including many to support its operation from the deck of US aircraft carriers.
The fighter would also attract strong international sales support, with Britain, Finland and the Netherlands all operating the Buffalo during WWII, particularly with the Commonwealth Air Forces facing the Japanese in South East Asia.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 42
Dimensions (mm): Bristol L108 x W148.
Despite its ungainly appearance, the Brewster Buffalo was one of the most significant aircraft in US aviation history and one...
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A significant post-war achievement for Britain's aviation industry, the Bristol Belvedere was a highly capable, tandem-rotor, heavy-lift helicopter which underlined the versatility of modern rotorcraft. Featuring true twin-engine redundancy, the Belvedere could operate safely on just a single engine if required. Surprisingly, only 26 of these helicopters were produced.
Number of Parts: 50
Dimensions (mm): L385x W207.
A significant post-war achievement for Britain's aviation industry, the Bristol Belvedere was a highly capable, tandem-rotor, heavy-lift helicopter which underlined...
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Ordered straight from the drawing board in 1935 the Bristol Type 142, later called the Blenheim was, for its time, a very advanced aircraft but by the outbreak of the Second World War it had been overtaken by fighter development. Seeing service across all the major fronts of the Second World War, the Blenheim was used extensively by the RAF as both a light bomber and fighter before being phased out of service in 1943, replaced by more modern types less vulnerable to enemy fighters.
Glue Assembly - Paint required (sold separately)
Number of Parts: 1588.
Dimensions (mm): L185x W238.
Ordered straight from the drawing board in 1935 the Bristol Type 142, later called the Blenheim was, for its time,...
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Forming a vital component of Britain's post-war integrated air defence protection during the Cold War era, the Bristol Bloodhound surface-to-air radar-guided missile system was intended to protect the integrity of Britain's V-bomber nuclear deterrent force from hostile air attack. The system saw service from 1958 until 1991.
Age: 8 years and up
Model No: A02309V
Approx package dimensions: 23 x 12 x 4 cms
Scale: 1:76
Approx finished model dimensions: 180x192mm
Pieces: 396
Paint and cement not included (sold separately)
Forming a vital component of Britain's post-war integrated air defence protection during the Cold War era, the Bristol Bloodhound surface-to-air...
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The Bulldog was armed with a pair of forward-firing Vickers 0.303" machine guns mounted on either side of the cockpit, but ultimately never fired its guns in anger during a relatively short seven-year period serving with Fighter Command. Although it was the most capable fighter of the day, the Bulldog was more closely associated with challenging formation flying and spectacular aerobatics, with the Royal Air Force thrilling huge crowds at airshows and pageants around the country, as they demonstrated the effectiveness of a modernising air force. What the Bulldog did do was help advance Britain's aviation industry towards the production of the sleek, monoplane fighters which would contest the Second World War, as it highlighted the fact that biplane designs were fast approaching their zenith. Perhaps the most famous incident involving a Bristol Bulldog proved to be a rather unfortunate one, when an accomplished, but rather headstrong RAF pilot performed...
The Bulldog was armed with a pair of forward-firing Vickers 0.303" machine guns mounted on either side of the cockpit,...
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Enjoy the nostalgia with Airfix Vintage Classics. The Churchill was the standard British infantry tank from 1941. It was not fast but had heavy armour, good firepower and good cross-country performance. The Mk.VII used a 75mm gun and had increased frontal armour. It first saw service in Normandy in 1944. 104 pieces. Mould Tools made in 1961, pack Illustration by Ron Jobson, 1975.
TECH SPECSItem Length - without Packaging (cm): 9.4Item Height - without Packaging (cm): 3.28Item Width - without Packaging (cm): 2.8Number of Parts: 104Item Scale: 1/76What's in the Box: Sprues and decalsNumber of Scheme Options: 1Skill Level: 2
Enjoy the nostalgia with Airfix Vintage Classics. The Churchill was the standard British infantry tank from 1941. It was not...
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The A27M Cromwell Mk.IV was the most heavily produced version of the new Cruiser Tank Mk.VIII and matched the Centour hull with the highly effective Rolls Royce Meteor engine (A27Meteor), which allowed the tank to travel at impressively high speeds. The tank also featured a quick firing 75mm gun, which was a re-bored version of the British 6 pounder gun and allowed the commandeer to have the option of using American produced armour piercing or high explosive rounds. Although originally introduced in November 1943, persistent problems with the new gun's operation meant that the Mk.IV would not make its combat introduction until the Normandy landings in June 1944, where its speed and mobility would complement the Sherman tanks, which were available in greater numbers. Age: 8 years and up Model No: A67209 Approx package dimensions: 37 x 26 x 6 cms Scale: 1:35 Approx finished model dimensions: 18x7x8 cm Paint...
The A27M Cromwell Mk.IV was the most heavily produced version of the new Cruiser Tank Mk.VIII and matched the Centour...
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Known as the Tomahawk in RAF service, the Curtiss P-40 in all its variants served many of the Allied Air Forces throughout the Second World War, fighting in Europe, across Asia and in the deserts of North Africa. The first model to see active service, the P-408 proved to be an effective and tough low level fighter. Pilots liked the fact it could often get them home after sustaining heavy damage, as well as being able to inflict it with its armament of six machine guns. The P-40B also became synonymous with the shark mouth motif, due to both its use by 112 Squadron RAF in North Africa and the American Volunteer Group in China.
Number of Parts: 106
Dimensions (mm): L202x W237.
Known as the Tomahawk in RAF service, the Curtiss P-40 in all its variants served many of the Allied Air...
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One of the most rugged aircraft ever built, the DHC Beaver was designed to operate in the vast and often inhospitable expanses of the Canadian north and was able to fly into areas where other aircraft simply could not go. With the ability to operate using wheels, skis or floats, the Beaver possessed outstanding STOL capabilities and was specifically designed around the requirements of bush pilots working in these challenging conditions. Also described in many aviation sources as the safest aircraft ever built, the Beaver was also used by many air arms across the world, including Britain's Army Air Corps, who operated 46 of these magnificent aircraft. They were used to great effect as reconnaissance/intelligence gathering aircraft in Northern Ireland during the 1970s and 80s.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 91.
Dimensions (mm): L128 x W203.
One of the most rugged aircraft ever built, the DHC Beaver was designed to operate in the vast and often...
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Still a familiar sight at airfields all over the world, the de Havilland Tiger Moth primary trainer made its first flight back in 1931 and went on to provide British and Commonwealth air forces with thousands of trained pilots for their operational squadrons. Performing a similar role to this day, the Tiger Moth allows prospective Warbird pilots to gain valuable experience in flying a tail-dragger aircraft.
Glue Assembly - Paint required (sold separately)
Number of Parts: 42.
Dimensions (mm): L102x W124.
Suitable for ages 8yrs+.
Still a familiar sight at airfields all over the world, the de Havilland Tiger Moth primary trainer made its first...
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Without question, the de Havilland Mosquito qualifies as one of the finist fighting aeroplanes of the Second World War and one which could claim to be the envy of every other air force, particularly the Luftwaffe, who tried, but never quite managed to produce an equivalent aircraft. A true multi-role aircraft, the Mosquito's famous nickname "The Wooden Wonder" referenced the facdt that this hugely successful British aircraft was constructed using "non-strategic" materials and employed a clever system of balsa and hirch plywood lamination, which gave the aircraft great strength.
Glue Assembly - Paint required (sold separately)
Number of Parts: 142.
Dimensions (mm): L174mm x W229mm.
Suitable for ages 8yrs+.
Without question, the de Havilland Mosquito qualifies as one of the finist fighting aeroplanes of the Second World War and...
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The F-80C Shooting Star relied heavily on early jet technology supplied by the British. The Lockhead Shooting Star was initially developed around the British Halford H.1 engine taken from the de Haviland Vampire prototype. The project advanced under the strictest secrecy, with a team from Lockheed's "Skunk Works" producing an airframe in an impressive 143 days.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 51
Dimensions (mm): L146 x W164.
The F-80C Shooting Star relied heavily on early jet technology supplied by the British. The Lockhead Shooting Star was initially...
$154.00
An aircraft that must surely be considered one of the most distinctive types to have ever seen Fleet Air Arm service, the Fairey Gannet was as capable as it was unique and was significant as the only post-war military contract to be won by the famous Fairey Aviation Company. Arguably the most unconventional Fairey designed aircraft to enter full production, the Gannet was developed in response to a 1945 Royal Navy requirement for an advanced carrier-based, turboprop-powered anti-submarine hunter-killer, one which was rugged enough to withstand the rigors of operation at sea. Intended to counter the recent expansion of the Soviet submarine fleet at the start of the Cold War era, the Gannet was equipped with all manner of the latest electronic detection equipment and if an enemy submarine was detected, it could be marked, tracked, and if necessary, attacked, using bombs, depth charges, rockets, and air-launched acoustic torpedoes. One...
An aircraft that must surely be considered one of the most distinctive types to have ever seen Fleet Air Arm...
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Undoubtedly one of the most spectacular products of the post-war British aviation industry, the distinctive Fairey Rotodyne was a revolutionary large compound gyroplane which held great promise for both worldwide inter-city medium air transportation, in addition to possessing numerous military applications during the late 1950s.
The impressive looking Rotodyne featured jet powered main rotor tips which operated during vertical take-off and landing, hovering and transitioning to forward flight, before a pair of Napier Eland turboprops were engaged for forward flight.
Despite successfully completing over 350 test flights, just a single prototype aircraft would be built, before the withdrawal of government funding tragically consigned the Fairey Rotodyne to the aviation history books.
Age: 8 years and up
Approx finished model dimentions: 25x9x19 cms
Pieces: 112
Scale: 1:72
Contains: Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Undoubtedly one of the most spectacular products of the post-war British aviation industry, the distinctive Fairey Rotodyne was a revolutionary...
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After a successful series of light armoured reconnaissance and liaison vehicles, the Ferret Scout Car saw widespread British and Commonwealth military service from the 1950s onwards, with later variants of the Ferret taking part in the Gulf War of 1990. A vehicle type which can trace its lineage back to the successful Daimler Dingo scout car of the Second World War, the Ferret was designed with stealth in mind, a light and fast armoured vehicle which could probe enemy positions, reporting any discovered weak points back to commanders, with their own forces moving to exploit what they found. Weighing in at around 4 tons operational weight, the Ferret was of all welded construction and featured armour protection capable of withstanding most small arms fire, but nothing much heavier, although it was not intended that the vehicle would be operating in direct opposition to heavy enemy armour. If it did find itself...
After a successful series of light armoured reconnaissance and liaison vehicles, the Ferret Scout Car saw widespread British and Commonwealth military...
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The pace of aviation development during the First World War was nothing short of astonishing, with aeroplanes transforming from flimsy, unarmed observation platforms to deadly dominators of the sky in less than a twelve month period of fighting.
The year 1917 would prove to be a significant one for the air war over the trenches of the Western Front, as the British introduced their capable Bristol F.2B Fighter, a true multi-role aircraft and the Germans their Fokker DR.1, an aircraft which would be made famous by the feared Manfred von Richthofen.
The scene was set for a period of unrelenting aerial combat, as both sides struggled for supremacy of the skies.
Scale 1:72.
Number of Parts: 33
Dimensions (mm): Bristol L110mm x W167mm, Fokker L79mm x 110mm.
The pace of aviation development during the First World War was nothing short of astonishing, with aeroplanes transforming from flimsy,...
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Developed as a very small, lightweight, manoeuvable fighter, in an erra where fighter designs seemed to be on an inexoroble rise in size, the Folland Gnat found instead, fame and service with the RAF as a jet trainer. A tiny aircraft in comparison to its contemporaries, the Gnat was used as the mount of a number of aerobatic teams, from the Yellow Jacks to the Red Arrows. Serving until 1979, the Gnat proved to be a capable and much loved trainer.
Glue Assembly - Paint required (sold separately)
Number of Parts: 49.
Dimensions (mm): L155x W102.
Developed as a very small, lightweight, manoeuvable fighter, in an erra where fighter designs seemed to be on an inexoroble...