{"product_id":"18738-airfix-02069-boulton-paul-defiant-mk1-172","title":"Airfix 02069 Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAirfix 02069 Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 (1\/72) – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Airfix 02069 Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 model, made in the popular 1:72 scale, is an exceptional model set allowing you to recreate the legendary British turret fighter aircraft from World War II. This product from the renowned Airfix company is an excellent choice for both aviation history enthusiasts and modelers at any skill level.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical and historical information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom (Royal Air Force)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II (mainly 1939-1942)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e kit does not include glue or paints; parts produced using precise injection molding technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistory of the Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 was a unique British turret fighter used by the RAF during the early years of World War II. Its distinctive design—with a rotating turret armed with four 7.7 mm machine guns—made it intended for combatting enemy bomber formations. Defiants entered combat service in 1939, and during the Battle of Britain they served mainly as fighter and night interception aircraft. Although it never matched the popularity of aircraft such as the Spitfire or Hurricane, it gained recognition for its unusual role and the courage of its crews.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eKit contents and level of difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlastic sprues with detailed fuselage and interior parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear parts for the turret glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals with RAF markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDifficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e (recommended for both beginners and more advanced modelers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho we recommend it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Airfix 02069 Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 is a model that will be a great addition to the collection of an aviation history aficionado as well as to 1\/72 scale modeling enthusiasts. With clear instructions and see-through parts, this product is perfectly suitable for those just beginning their adventure with modeling, enabling accurate recreation of the historic RAF aircraft silhouette. When properly assembled and painted, the model will be a decoration for any shelf and an ideal complement to World War II dioramas.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720149815630,"sku":"AIRF-02069","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/932281b7d4ab76ff96e55012cb0ca058.jpg?v=1755493212","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/18738-airfix-02069-boulton-paul-defiant-mk1-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}