A12013 Avro Vulcan B.2 BLACK BUCK
Product Info
This remarkable 1:72 scale model of the iconic Avro Vulcan B.2 showcases one of the most recognisable aircraft in British aviation history. Featuring an expansive delta wing design and a wingspan of 470mm, this 271-piece kit enables enthusiasts to construct the renowned bomber, which was the fastest nuclear-capable strike aircraft globally when it joined the RAF in 1957.
Key Features
- Detailed 1:72 scale replica with an impressive 470mm wingspan
- 271 precision-moulded plastic components for a realistic assembly experience
- Includes two paint schemes to depict various Vulcan versions
- Skill level 3 - ideal for modellers aged 8 years and above
- Represents the notable Black Buck raid aircraft from the Falklands War
History
Holding a pivotal role in the evolution of post-war British aviation, the Avro Vulcan, with its vast delta wing shape, stands out as one of the most unique aircraft ever to fly. Designed to meet a stringent Air Ministry demand for a swift, high-altitude strategic bomber capable of carrying nuclear armaments, the Vulcan marked a doubling in the capability of any prior British bomber. When it first took to the skies in August 1952, the Avro team was on the verge of delivering to the Royal Air Force not only the first delta-winged bomber but also one of the most formidable strike bombers worldwide. By the time it was operational with No.83 Squadron at RAF Waddington in July 1957, Britain had the world's fastest nuclear-capable bomber.
As the Falklands conflict unfolded in 1982, the esteemed Avro Vulcan was nearing the end of its service life. The responsibility for nuclear deterrence had shifted to Royal Navy submarines, signalling the end for this distinctive delta aircraft. However, the Argentine occupation of the Falkland Islands necessitated one final mission for the ageing bomber. The Vulcan was the sole aircraft capable of reaching the islands from RAF Wideawake on Ascension Island, despite requiring several mid-air refuelling operations. The Vulcans from the remaining three squadrons (Nos 44, 50 & 101) executed a series of missions known as 'Black Buck' between April and June, with 'Black Buck One' being the most renowned. During this mission, XM607 successfully damaged the Port Stanley runway with one of its twenty-one bombs, preventing fast jets from utilising the airfield and marking the longest bombing raid in history at that time.
What's Inside
Schemes
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Tech Specs
- Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
- 45
- Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
- 12
- Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
- 47
- How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
- 271
- Item Scale
- 1:72 Scale
- Contents (what's in the box) sets
- Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
- Finish
- Plastic
- Number of Scheme options
- 2
- Skill Level
- 3
- Flying Hours
- 4
- Wingspan (mm)
- 470
WARNING. Not suitable for children under 36 months. It contains small parts which can present a choking hazard. Please retain these details and the address for future reference. CAUTION Please remove all packaging before giving the toy to a child.