Arma Hobby 1/72 Sea Hurricane Mk.IIc Plastic Model Kit

SKU: AH70063 | Brand: Arma Hobby | Product: Arma Hobby 1/72 Sea Hurricane Mk.IIc Plastic Model Kit Royal Air Force deliveries of the Hurricane IIc fighter commenced in spring 1941. Naval operations had relied on older Mk I variants, designated Sea Hurricane Ib, which featured less powerful engines and eight machine guns but lacked sufficient strength for cannon armament due to weight constraints and existing naval equipment reducing maneuverability. The more capable Hurricane IIc faced production backlogs and saw distribution to Middle Eastern, Far Eastern, and Soviet forces. The urgent requirements demonstrated during Operation Pedestal—the August 1942 Malta convoy escort—established the necessity for cannon-equipped Hurricanes aboard carriers. Initial combat deployment occurred during Operation Torch in North Africa, where Sea Hurricane IIb airframes were modified to IIc specifications with cannon-equipped wings and operated from aircraft carriers. Production Sea Hurricane IIc examples incorporated naval-standard radio equipment, IFF systems, and arrestor hooks. Catapult spools were omitted, preserving full-span flaps and preventing wing-fold capability. Operational service saw undercarriage cover trimming to prevent engagement with arresting gear.