{"product_id":"12021-special-hobby-72140-blackburn-skua-mkii-172","title":"Special Hobby 72140 Blackburn Skua Mk.II 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72140 Blackburn Skua Mk.II (1\/72)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72140 Blackburn Skua Mk.II\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e scale is a high-quality plastic model kit dedicated to military aviation enthusiasts and World War II history buffs. This kit meticulously recreates the British carrier-based dive-bomber\/fighter aircraft, which played a significant role in the early air battles over Europe, with exceptional attention to detail.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHistorical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eBlackburn Skua Mk.II\u003c\/strong\u003e was a British fighter-bomber aircraft used by the \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Navy Fleet Air Arm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Entering service just before the outbreak of World War II, it became the first all-metal carrier-based aircraft of the Royal Navy. The Skua Mk.II took part in many key operations, including the famous Battle of Narvik in 1940, where it succeeded in destroying the German cruiser Königsberg. This was the first successful attack of sinking a warship through air assault during the war.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Blackburn Skua aircraft were used in combat during \u003cstrong\u003e1938-1941\u003c\/strong\u003e, primarily in the initial stage of World War II, before being replaced with more modern designs.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details of the Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72, length about 18 cm when completed, wingspan about 23 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContents: sprue parts enabling faithful reproduction of the airframe, cockpit, landing gear, and armament\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDoes not include glue, paints, or tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecise details of panel lines and cockpit interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals with markings for several British operational units\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFor whom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby Blackburn Skua Mk.II\u003c\/strong\u003e model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers. Due to the detail of the parts and the required fit, we recommend a difficulty level of \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. This kit will be a perfect addition to a World War II model collection and for all fans of British naval aviation. \n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy choose it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This is a unique model representing a rarely encountered design in aviation history. Its high level of detail provides a satisfying modeling experience and an impressive display once assembled. It enables a realistic reconstruction of scenes from the early air battles over the Atlantic and the North Sea.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719983190350,"sku":"SH72140","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/0e7fd4bb91eee03232bb774779ac2157.jpg?v=1755487527","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/12021-special-hobby-72140-blackburn-skua-mkii-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}