Airfix 1/72 Gloster Gladiator Mk.I/Mk.II Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/72 Gloster Gladiator Mk.I/Mk.II Plastic Model Kit

$22.99

Description

The Gloster Gladiator was developed from the Gloster Gauntlet as a private venture and represented both the peak and the end of the biplane fighter. In many air arms it smoothed the transition to monoplane fighters. And when confronting aircraft of its own era, it performed well.

Plastic kit, instruction sheet, paint guide and decal sheet.

This detailed 1:72 scale replica of the Gloster Gladiator Mk.I/Mk.II consists of 51 parts, allowing you to construct this legendary biplane fighter. Tailored with a skill level of 2, the kit faithfully represents the aircraft's unique design with a wingspan of 137mm and provides decals for two distinct paint schemes.

Key Features

  • Includes decals for two different paint schemes
  • Comprises 51 finely crafted plastic parts for a realistic assembly
  • 137mm wingspan in 1:72 scale
  • with an intermediate skill level
  • Depicts both Mk.I and Mk.II versions of this historic biplane fighter

History

The Gloster Gladiator, evolving from the Gloster Gauntlet as a private initiative, marked both the zenith and conclusion of the biplane fighter era. It facilitated the shift to monoplane fighters in numerous air forces, and when matched against contemporaneous aircraft, it performed admirably.

The Gladiator took its maiden flight in September 1934 and joined the RAF in February 1937, becoming the last biplane fighter in Royal Air Force service. Although surpassed by the newer monoplane fighters of the late 1930s, the Gladiator was actively involved in combat during the early stages of the Second World War.

Gladiators were deployed in various war theatres, serving with the RAF and several foreign air forces. Notably, three aircraft, named Faith, Hope, and Charity, gained fame for their role in defending Malta in 1940. While symbolising the end of an era in fighter design, the Gladiator's sturdy build and manoeuvrability made it a formidable opponent against aircraft of its time.

BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)11.8
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)4.97
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)13.7
Item Scale1:72 Scale
License lineBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic kit, instruction sheet, paint guide and decal sheet.
Number of Scheme options2
Flying Hours1
Wingspan (mm)137

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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