Airfix 11005 Avro Shackleton AEW.2 (1/72) – Plastic model kit

Airfix 11005 Avro Shackleton AEW.2 is an excellent 1/72 scale plastic model kit, dedicated to both experienced and beginner modellers fascinated by military aviation from the Cold War era. The model faithfully replicates the Avro Shackleton aircraft in the AEW.2 version, a British maritime patrol and airborne early warning (AEW) aircraft.

Original aircraft history

The Avro Shackleton AEW.2 aircraft were used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) in the United Kingdom from the early 1970s until the early 1990s. They were developed based on earlier patrol aircraft versions to fill the gap left after the retirement of the Fairey Gannet. The AEW.2 Shackletons played a key role in British air defense, scanning the sky for aircraft and submarines – particularly in the context of the Cold War and threats from the USSR. Their characteristic four-engine layout enabled long-duration flights over the Atlantic and the North Sea. The last units were retired in 1991, after the introduction of more modern E-3 Sentry aircraft.

Model features

• Scale: 1/72
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Additional elements: Precisely detailed cockpit, fuselage surfaces, open bomb bay, clearly defined panel lines
• Included in the kit: Decals for reproducing various RAF markings
• Glue and paints: Not included – required separately

Who is it for?

The Airfix 11005 Avro Shackleton AEW.2 kit is suitable both as an ambitious project for intermediate modellers and an exciting debut for those beginning their adventure with 1/72 scale aircraft models. The abundance of detail and historical significance of the aircraft make it a perfect addition to any Cold War era model collection.

Difficulty level:

3/5 – recommended for modellers with intermediate experience, requires careful assembly and painting.

We recommend this model to all military aviation enthusiasts, RAF collectors, and anyone interested in Cold War subjects. Airfix 11005 Avro Shackleton AEW.2 in 1/72 scale guarantees high quality and satisfaction from assembling a unique aircraft with an exceptional operational history.