Special Hobby 72191 Bermuda Mk.I (1/72)

Special Hobby 72191 Bermuda Mk.I in 1/72 scale is a detailed plastic model kit designed for modellers who wish to recreate lesser-known but extremely interesting aircraft from World War II. This model represents the British Armstrong Whitworth AW.41 bomber-torpedo aircraft, known in the Royal Air Force as the Bermuda Mk.I.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of service: United Kingdom (RAF, Fleet Air Arm)
• Historical period: World War II (in service from 1943)
• Material: Plastic
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Kit contents: Plastic sprues, clear canopy, decal sheet with markings, assembly instructions. Glue and paints are not included.
• Recommended difficulty level: 3/5 (medium difficulty, recommended for modellers with some experience)

The Special Hobby 72191 model features a faithfully reproduced silhouette and details corresponding to the Bermuda Mk.I variant, which was the British designation for the American US Navy SB2C Helldiver aircraft, designed by Curtiss. Bermuda Mk.I units were mainly used for training purposes, crew instruction, and to a limited extent for patrol and target towing missions. Although they did not play a significant combat role in the RAF, they are an interesting element of British-American cooperation history during World War II. These aircraft entered service between 1942 and 1943 and were primarily operated until the end of the war.

Special Hobby as a manufacturer ensured high quality moulds, enabling even the most subtle structural elements to be captured, such as cockpit detailing or landing gear. The set also includes rich decals that allow for building the model in various marking options used by the RAF.

We recommend the Special Hobby 72191 Bermuda Mk.I model to enthusiasts of World War II aviation, collectors of British aircraft, as well as to modellers looking for unique subjects for their collection. It is an excellent choice for those at an intermediate skill level.