1/72 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I
Airfix 1/72 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I is a plastic kit of the famous British fighter aircraft from the beginning of World War II. The Hurricane Mk.I formed the backbone of the RAF during the Battle of Britain and became famous for its durability, stable flight characteristics and reliability in combat. The 1/72nd scale model captures the distinctive features of the early Hurricane, from the typical canvas wing and fuselage covering to the classic British camouflage. It features a detailed surface, accurately sculpted cockpit and realistic undercarriage parts, allowing you to build a faithful miniature of one of the Royal Air Force's key machines.
The Hawker Hurricane Mk.I was one of the most important British fighter aircraft of the early phase of World War II. Developed at the turn of the 30s. In the 1930s, Hawker Aircraft continued the tradition of biplanes, but introduced modern designs in the form of retractable landing gear, an enclosed cockpit and effective armament consisting of eight .303 Browning machine guns. Its construction combined a metal frame with a canvas covering, which facilitated field repairs and contributed to its high durability. The Hurricane first proved itself in combat in France in 1940, where it formed the bulk of the British fighter force, and theIt played a major role in the Battle of Britain, where it bore the brunt of the clashes with German bombers.
The Mk.I version was capable of operating in both day fighter missions and in escort or ground support roles. The Hurricane's stable flight characteristics made it particularly popular with less experienced pilots, who appreciated its predictable behaviour and durable design. Other variants were gradually developed, but the Mk.I remains the most historically significant as a symbol of British resistance in 1940.
The Airfix 1/72 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I kit offers a detailed model of this key fighter in a compact scale suitable for both beginners and advanced modellers. It features fine surface details matching the canvas covering of early Hurricanes, a realistic cockpit, carefully crafted undercarriage shafts and a precisely shaped wing with its distinctive crease. The parts are designed to allow clean mating, while the faithful geometry of the fuselage and wing captures the authentic silhouette of this iconic aircraft.
The model is suitable for stand-alone display and as part of dioramas depicting the early phases of the war, operations over Britain or RAF training bases. Airfix thus delivers an attractive kit of one of the most important WWII fighter types in a form that combines historical fidelity and quality workmanship.
The package does not include the paint or glue required for assembly.
| Category: | Aircraft 1/72 |
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| EAN: | 5063129038809 |
| Nationality: | Velká Británie |
| Period: | World War II |
| Scale: | 1/72 |
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