A06108 de Havilland Vampire FB.5/FB.9
Product Info
This detailed 1:48 scale model of the de Havilland Vampire FB.5/FB.9 recreates one of Britain's pivotal early jet aircraft with 124 precisely crafted plastic components. Featuring three genuine paint options and a skill level 2 build, this kit is perfect for modellers aged 8 and up. It showcases the unique twin-boom structure and 250mm wingspan of the RAF's first aircraft to surpass 500mph.
Key Features
- 124 precisely crafted plastic components for intricate assembly
- Three genuine paint options for both FB.5 and FB.9 models
- Skill level 2 build, ideal for modellers aged 8 years and older
- 1:48 scale model with a wingspan of 250mm
- Options to build either FB.5 or FB.9 variants
- Faithfully replicated twin-boom structure and cockpit features
- Markings for aircraft that served with the Royal Air Force during the Cold War period
History
While often overshadowed by the Gloster Meteor, the de Havilland Vampire was the second jet fighter to join the Royal Air Force, yet it played a crucial role in aviation history. As the first RAF aircraft to break the 500mph barrier, it was also the first single-engine jet to fly across the Atlantic, establishing its place among the world's pioneering jets.
The FB.5 fighter bomber was the most significant version of this aircraft, with 1123 units produced and 930 serving in the Royal Air Force. Those intended for overseas deployment were designated as FB.9 and equipped with cockpit air conditioning.
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What's Inside
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Tech Specs
- Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
- 19.52
- Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
- 5.6
- Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
- 25
- How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
- 124
- Item Scale
- 1:48 Scale
- License line
- BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
- Contents (what's in the box) sets
- Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
- Finish
- Plastic
- Number of Scheme options
- 3
- Skill Level
- 2
- Flying Hours
- 3
- Wingspan (mm)
- 250
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.