Special Hobby 72217 Blackburn Skua Mk.II Silver Wing (1/72)

Special Hobby 72217 Blackburn Skua Mk.II Silver Wing (1/72) is a faithfully reproduced plastic model kit of the British carrier-based dive bomber and fighter aircraft from World War II. The model is made in the popular 1/72 scale, which allows for exceptionally detailed representation of the original construction while providing convenience of assembly and display on a shelf or diorama.

Historical Description and Application

The Blackburn Skua Mk.II was one of the first British carrier aircraft with a modern all-metal design. Manufactured in the United Kingdom, it served mainly with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm between 1938 and 1941 during World War II. It became especially famous during the Norway campaign of 1940, notably for the spectacular sinking of the German cruiser Königsberg—the first instance of a major warship being sunk by an air attack. The "Silver Wing" version model represents the early variant with its distinctive silver finish.

Product Characteristics

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for modellers collecting aircraft in this popular scale
• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Period of use: World War II, years 1938–1941
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic, parts finely reproducing surface details and fuselage structure
• Kit contents: sprues with parts, clear assembly instructions, decals for authentic historical aircraft markings
• Does not include glue or paints – additional modeling accessories required for completion are sold separately

Who do we recommend this model for?

Special Hobby 72217 Blackburn Skua Mk.II Silver Wing is recommended for both beginner and intermediate modelers interested in military aviation history, as well as collectors of British naval aircraft from the early years of World War II. The kit provides an excellent base for detailing and custom modifications.
Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – the kit is also suitable for less experienced modelers, but requires precision when working with small details.

If you are looking for a realistic 1/72 scale British carrier-based dive bomber and fighter model kit, this Special Hobby set will allow you to build an accurate replica of the Blackburn Skua Mk.II, a renowned aircraft from the early stages of World War II.