Hobby 2000 72011 Brewster 239 Buffalo Finnish Aces 1942 1/72 - plastic fighter aircraft model kit

Discover the precise plastic model kit of the Brewster 239 Buffalo fighter aircraft, released by the renowned brand Hobby 2000. This 1:72 scale set is dedicated to modelers who wish to recreate an authentic Finnish ace machine from 1942. The model is based on high-quality Hasegawa sprues and decals by the renowned Cartograf company. It allows you to faithfully render the details of this legendary World War II fighter.

Historical background and use

The Brewster 239 Buffalo was a significant component of the Finnish Air Force during World War II, especially throughout the Continuation War (1941–1944). The Brewster 239 version, an export variant of the American Brewster F2A-1, was known for its robustness and ease of handling. Finland was one of the few countries to achieve outstanding combat results with this type of aircraft. Finnish aces such as Ilmari Juutilainen and Hans Wind scored dozens of aerial victories flying this machine, making the Brewster Buffalo an icon of Finnish aviation.

• Model scale: 1:72
• Country of use: Finland
• Historical period: World War II, Continuation War (1941–1944)
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Decals: Cartograf – excellently reproduced markings of Finnish aces from 1942
• Sprues: Hasegawa – precision, sharp details, and good fit of components
• Category: Plastic model aircraft kit
• Extras: Glue and paints not included – to be chosen by the modeler

Why choose this model?

Hobby 2000 72011 Brewster 239 Buffalo is a unique proposition for aviation history enthusiasts and collectors of military models. The kit features high-quality parts, finely rendered panel lines, a realistic cockpit, and excellent decals allowing you to choose from several historic Finnish ace machines. This set is suitable both for less advanced modelers as an introduction to aircraft modeling and for more experienced hobbyists wishing to achieve an advanced level of realism.

• Recommendation: Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in World War II aviation and Eastern Front history.
• Build difficulty: 3/5

Choose the Hobby 2000 72011 and create a unique model that will become a highlight of any historic aviation collection!