Supermarine Walrus Mk.I 1:48 Airfix 09183

Plastic model aircraft for assembly: Supermarine Walrus Mk.I 1:48 Airfix 09183

The Supermarine Walrus Mk.I is one of the most characteristic and successful British aircraft designs of World War II. This biplane, amphibious flying boat, designed by R.J. Mitchell (creator of the legendary Spitfire), played a key role in maritime reconnaissance and air-sea rescue (ASR) missions. Thanks to its robust construction and ability to operate in harsh weather conditions, the Walrus gained immense recognition among crews, saving hundreds of shot-down airmen from the seas and oceans.

The 1:48 scale model from Airfix is a detailed representation of this iconic machine. The set allows for the construction of a miniature with the characteristic Bristol Pegasus engine in a pusher configuration, located between the wings. The model's design takes into account the specific features of the original, such as the ability to launch from ship catapults and the undercarriage retracting into the lower wing.

• Number of parts: 157
• Wingspan: 292 mm
• Model length: 238 mm
• Scale: 1:48
• Available painting variants: 3

• Supermarine Walrus Mk.I, No. 276 Squadron, Royal Air Force Harrowbeer, Devon, England, 1944.
• Supermarine Walrus Mk.I , No. 700 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Sheffield, 1941.
• Supermarine Walrus Mk.I, No. 5 CF Royal Australian Air Force, Australia and New Guinea, early 1943.

The set includes sprues made of grey and clear plastic, a decal sheet, and assembly instructions with painting schemes.

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