{"product_id":"64803-special-hobby-72457-bugatti-100-french-racer-plane-172","title":"Special Hobby 72457 Bugatti 100 'French Racer Plane' 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 72457 Bugatti 100 ‘French Racer Plane’ 1\/72 – plastic racing aircraft model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72457 Bugatti 100 ‘French Racer Plane’\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional plastic model kit in \u003cstrong\u003e1:72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for aviation enthusiasts who value both faithful detail replication and the unique character of historical aircraft. This model kit is ideal for collectors and advanced modelers seeking to enrich their collection with a very rare model of a racing plane from the WWII era.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eBugatti 100 – the French legend from the golden age of air racing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The original \u003cstrong\u003eBugatti 100P\u003c\/strong\u003e was designed in France by the famous constructor Ettore Bugatti and engineer Louis de Monge. It was developed in the late 1930s as an innovative sport racing aircraft intended to win the prestigious \u003ci\u003eCoupe Deutsch de la Meurthe\u003c\/i\u003e cup and to break world speed records. The aircraft was a showcase of innovative aerodynamic solutions: it featured a unique twin coaxial propeller, a sleek fuselage, and a V-tail configuration—features that provided incredible performance for its time. Unfortunately, the outbreak of WWII prevented the plane from ever flying—it never flew in its original form, but to this day continues to impress aviation technology enthusiasts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e late 1930s and WWII (1938–1939)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic (polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic parts, clear canopy, assembly instructions, and a decal sheet to accurately replicate the original markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e glue and paints not included – modeler can customize the color scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel dimensions (assembled):\u003c\/strong\u003e length approx. 100 mm, wingspan approx. 125 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special Hobby (Czech Republic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend this model for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72457 Bugatti 100\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for experienced modelers (difficulty level: 3\/5) due to its unusual design and precision-building requirements. It is a rarity both for French aviation enthusiasts and collectors of unique racing aircraft. The model achieves a particularly eye-catching appearance on display thanks to its details and authentic decals that replicate the unique prototype Bugatti 100P paint scheme.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    If you wish to expand your collection with a remarkable aircraft that is a symbol of innovation and passion for speed, this 1:72 scale model from Special Hobby will be an excellent choice!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723750658382,"sku":"SH72457","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/f2e81b6be0056d8445bf4a0707a97831.jpg?v=1755565285","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/64803-special-hobby-72457-bugatti-100-french-racer-plane-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}