Airfix 1/144 Boeing 314 Clipper Plastic Model Kit

Description

Representing one of the most glamorous aircraft types to ever take to the skies, the Boeing 314 Clipper was produced to allow passengers and cargo to travel across the vast expanses of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, in levels of style and comfort which rivalled those on the great ocean liners.

Twelve aircraft were produced for Pan American World Airways and BOAC, however, the start of the Second World War resulted in these opulent flying boats being used mainly for military purposes, with aircraft serving as transport for Franklin D Roosevelt and Winston Churchill.

Contents:

Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

This Boeing 314 Clipper model, at a 1:144 scale, consists of 76 parts and is a Vintage Classic that will captivate both seasoned hobbyists and those seeking a rewarding project. Known as one of the most elegant aircraft to ever grace the skies, the Boeing 314 Clipper was designed to transport passengers and goods across the vast Atlantic and Pacific oceans, offering a level of luxury and comfort comparable to that of the grand ocean liners.

Key Features

1:144 scale model with 76 parts
Skill level 2
320mm wingspan when assembled
Includes two paint schemes
Vintage Classic design from the World War Two era
Detailed plastic construction kit

History

A total of twelve aircraft were crafted for Pan American World Airways and BOAC, intended to connect continents with unmatched opulence. However, with the onset of the Second World War, these luxurious flying boats were primarily repurposed for military use, serving as transport for figures such as Franklin D Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. The Boeing 314 became emblematic of the golden era of aviation, providing passengers with the chance to journey in lavish comfort across the world's largest oceans.

Produced under licence from Boeing. (Vehicle/Aeroplane Models) the distinctive logos, product markings and trade dress are all trademarks of The Boeing Company.

Key Specifications

Finish: Plastic
Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)	22.2
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)	32
Item Scale	1:144 Scale
License line	Produced under license from Boeing. (Vehicle/Aeroplane Models) the distinctive logos, product markings and trade dress are all trademarks of The Boeing Company.
Contents (what's in the box) sets	Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options	2
Flying Hours	1
Wingspan (mm)	320