Airfix 05123A Folland Gnat T.1 1/48 – plastic model kit

Discover the exceptional Airfix 05123A Folland Gnat T.1 model in 1/48 scale, a faithfully reproduced miniature of the British jet trainer aircraft Folland Gnat T.1. This high-quality plastic model is designed for modelers who wish to recreate the aviation legend of the Cold War era in their own workshop.

The Folland Gnat T.1 was a British lightweight jet trainer aircraft designed by the renowned constructor W.E.W Petter. It mainly served with the Royal Air Force from the late 1950s until the mid-1970s. It gained the most fame as the main aircraft of the acrobatic group Red Arrows, which used Gnats for over a decade during airshows worldwide. Apart from the UK, the aircraft was also operated by India, Finland, and Yugoslavia.

The Folland Gnat, used between 1959–1979, served both as a trainer and as a combat aircraft. It took part in numerous NATO exercises and airshows, standing as an example of minimalistic design while maintaining excellent performance.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for achieving detailed results with moderate finished model size
• Country: United Kingdom (also exported to Finland, India, Yugoslavia)
• Era: Cold War, years 1959–1979
• Material: high-quality plastic; kit for self-assembly and painting
• Extras: detailed decal sheet for RAF or Red Arrows paint options; clear canopy; detailed cockpit
• Category: plastic model kit
• Included: plastic parts, instructions, decals (glue and paints not included)

The Airfix 05123A Folland Gnat T.1 1/48 model stands out with its high level of detail, including panel lines, surface details, and cockpit equipment, making it an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5). The components fit well together for easier assembly, and the decals let you recreate various historical paint schemes.

We highly recommend this model to all aviation enthusiasts and collectors of British aviation history, as well as airshow aficionados. Thanks to the faithful reproduction and clear instructions, the kit offers not only an educational experience but also satisfaction from building and displaying the finished model.