Airfix 1/48 Westland Sea King HAR.3 Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/48 Westland Sea King HAR.3 Plastic Model Kit

$109.99

Description

One of the most significant aircraft of the post-war era, even though Britain’s Westland Helicopters eventually produced well over 300 of the American Sea Kings, only a small number of these machines became some of the highest profile aircraft to ever serve within Britain’s armed forces. The robust and stable Sea King was an ideal aircraft with which to undertake the specialist Search & Rescue role across the UK, and Westland developed a number of Sea Kings specifically for this task.

Designated HAR.3 and produced for the Royal Air Force, Search & Rescue Sea Kings were fitted with highly advanced search and navigation equipment and were capable of operating in this demanding role in all weather and at any time, night or day. 

Always on station in times of need, these yellow Sea Kings became some of the most famous and best loved aircraft in Britain’s skies, with crews never in any doubt as to the affection in which they and their aircraft were held by the public. 

If this is a machine you've admired for some time, then the Airfix Westland Sea King model kit must be destined for your workbench. 

This military aircraft kit is in 1/48 scale, allowing you to build a detailed replica of an icon.

What's Inside

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

This detailed 1:48 scale model kit brings one of Britain's most cherished Search & Rescue helicopters to your assembly table, featuring 361 precisely moulded plastic components. The Westland Sea King HAR.3 was crafted specifically for the Royal Air Force's Search & Rescue missions, equipped with state-of-the-art search and navigation systems, capable of functioning in any weather, day or night. With three paint options provided, this Skill Level 4 kit enables you to construct one of the most renowned aircraft to have served in Britain's military.

Key Features

  • 1:48 scale military aircraft kit with 361 plastic components
  • Includes three authentic paint options
  • Skill Level 4 for seasoned modellers
  • Highly detailed replica of the RAF Search & Rescue version

History

A pivotal aircraft of the post-war period, although Britain's Westland Helicopters eventually manufactured over 300 of the American Sea Kings, only a select few became some of the most notable aircraft to serve in Britain's military. The Sea King, known for its durability and stability, was perfectly suited for the specialised Search & Rescue role across the UK, with Westland creating several Sea Kings specifically for this purpose.

Designated HAR.3 and built for the Royal Air Force, these Search & Rescue Sea Kings were equipped with cutting-edge search and navigation technology, enabling them to perform in this challenging role in any weather and at any time, day or night.

Always ready in times of crisis, these yellow Sea Kings became some of the most iconic and beloved aircraft in Britain's skies, with their crews well aware of the public's admiration for them and their aircraft.

If this is a machine you've long admired, then the Airfix Westland Sea King kit is surely meant for your workbench.

The Westland Sea King is a product of Leonardo UK Ltd and all rights in it, including its name, are hereby reserved. The models have been produced with the permission and assistance of Leonardo MW Ltd.

Key Specifications

  • Skill Level: 4

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)46
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)39.7
Item Scale1:48 Scale
License lineThe Westland Sea King is a product of Leonardo UK Ltd and all rights in it, including its name, are hereby reserved. The models have been produced with the permission and assistance of Leonardo MW Ltd.
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options3
Flying Hours4
Rotorspan (mm)397

(THIS IS A PRE-ORDER ITEM)

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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