{"product_id":"37676-special-hobby-48172-loire-130cl-quotcolonialquot-148","title":"Special Hobby 48172 Loire 130Cl \"Colonial\" 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 48172 Loire 130Cl \"Colonial\" 1\/48 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48172 Loire 130Cl \"Colonial\" 1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique, high-quality plastic model kit, dedicated to enthusiasts of railway and aviation modeling. The set depicts one of the most recognizable French reconnaissance seaplanes of the 20th century – the Loire 130 in the Colonial version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data and Model Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e high-quality polystyrene plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtras:\u003c\/b\u003e includes photo-etched parts to increase the realism of the cockpit and fuselage details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBox contents:\u003c\/b\u003e plastic sprues, photo-etched parts, decals with unique markings of French colonial units, detailed assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe kit does not include:\u003c\/b\u003e glue or paints (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Loire 130 was a key reconnaissance seaplane for the French Navy during \u003cb\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/b\u003e. It was designed in the late 1930s by the Loire Aviation company and entered service in 1938. The aircraft mainly served on board ships, but the Colonial version was designed specifically for operations in the overseas territories of France, such as Indochina and North Africa. It took part in reconnaissance, convoy escort, and air support missions in the challenging conditions of the French colonies. Its extensive use during the conflicts of 1939–1945 and immediately after the war made it an icon of naval aviation of that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1\/48 scale models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorld War II airplanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSeaplanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48172 Loire 130Cl \"Colonial\" 1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e model is a proposition for advanced modelers (difficulty level 4\/5), who expect historical accuracy and demand attention to detail. We particularly recommend it to naval aviation enthusiasts and collectors of rare aircraft versions used outside Europe. It’s also a great choice for those interested in the colonial history of France and unique decals reflecting the authenticity of exotic units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy is it worth it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHighly accurate reproduction of fuselage, wings, and cockpit details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhoto-etched extras that enhance collectibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnique subject – rarely seen Colonial version of the seaplane\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals allow for the creation of several historical paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722309980494,"sku":"SH48172","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/e77037044c17cf9e7472f00da58d4400.jpg?v=1755535547","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/37676-special-hobby-48172-loire-130cl-quotcolonialquot-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}