Hawker sea fury fb.11 1:48 airfix 06105a

Plastic model airplane to assemble: Hawker Sea Fury FB.11 1:48 Airfix 06105A

Immerse yourself in aviation history with the assembly model depicting the Hawker Sea Fury FB.11, one of the most advanced piston-engine fighters ever produced. This 1:48 scale model from Airfix is a great opportunity to recreate the legendary aircraft that was the last propeller-driven fighter in service with the Royal Navy.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Manufacturer: Airfix
• Catalog number: 06105A

Includes detailed parts to recreate three different paint schemes:

• Hawker Sea Fury FB.11, 'Exercise Momentum', 1831 Royal Nav Volunteer Reserve, Royal Naval Air Stretton (HMS Blackcap), Cheshire, England, 1953.
• Hawker Sea Fury FB.11, G-FURY, United Kingdom, 1981.
• Hawker Sea Fury FB.11, No.724 Squadron, Royal Australian Navy, Naval Air Station Nowra, New South Wales, Australia, 1961-62.

History and significance of the aircraft: The Hawker Sea Fury FB.11 was the pinnacle of piston-engine fighter design. Introduced into service after World War II, the Sea Fury saw action during the Korean War, where it successfully faced early jet fighters like the MiG-15. It was also a popular choice among the air forces of many countries, including Australia, Canada, Cuba, and Pakistan.

The aircraft was designed by Hawker Aircraft as a successor to the successful Typhoon and Tempest models. The Sea Fury featured a powerful Bristol Centaurus engine and was armed with four Hispano V cannons. Its design was adapted for operations from aircraft carriers, making it a versatile and reliable fighter.

The Sea Fury was known for its excellent maneuverability and speed, achieving a maximum speed of 460 mph. It was used not only as a fighter but also as an attack aircraft, capable of carrying bombs and rockets. The FB.11 version was equipped with hydraulically folding wings, which facilitated operations on the aircraft carrier.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, 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.