Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III 1:48 Tamiya 61112

Plastic model airplane to assemble: Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III 1:48 Tamiya 61112

The plastic model of the Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III in 1:48 scale from the renowned company Tamiya is an exceptional offer for model enthusiasts and aviation history lovers. This kit allows you to recreate one of the most famous British bombers from World War II, which played a key role in the night raids on Germany.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: 443 mm
• Wingspan: 648 mm
• Kit components: The kit includes various parts that allow for the construction of both Mk.I and Mk.III versions, with the option to choose between early and late variants.
• Details: The model offers a detailed representation of the cockpit, rear gun turret, and landing gear compartment. Additionally, elements such as engine covers and gun turrets are movable.
• Engines: The kit includes two Merlin engine models, with the option to choose the state of the engine covers.
• Bomb bay: The bomb bay doors can be opened or closed, and the kit includes various types of bombs, including 200-pound and 4000-pound bombs.
• Tires: The main tires are realistically depicted with a deformation effect under weight.
• Figures: The kit includes figures of the pilot, radio operator, bombardier, gunner, and ground crew member.
• Painting options: The kit offers four different painting schemes, including those with distinctive graphics on the nose of the aircraft.

The Avro Lancaster was one of the most important RAF bombers, capable of carrying up to 10 tons of bombs. The Mk.I and Mk.III versions mainly differed in the engines used, with British Merlins in the Mk.I and American Packard Merlins in the Mk.III. Lancasters were produced in over 7000 units and played a crucial role in bombing campaigns against Germany, completing a total of 156,000 missions and dropping 600,000 tons of bombs.

The Tamiya Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III model is an excellent opportunity to delve into the history of this legendary aircraft and to develop modeling skills. With its high-quality craftsmanship and detail, this model presents not only a challenge but also satisfaction for every modeler.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.