{"product_id":"9702-special-hobby-48045-fairey-albacore-mki-148","title":"Special Hobby 48045 Fairey Albacore Mk.I 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eSpecial Hobby 48045 Fairey Albacore Mk.I (1\/48)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48045 Fairey Albacore Mk.I\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1\/48 scale, accurately representing one of the key Royal Navy carrier aircraft of World War II. The model is intended for advanced modelers seeking a detailed and faithfully reproduced set for their collection of historical British aircraft.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-grade plastic, clear plastic components\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDifficulty level: 4\/5\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContents: precisely cast fuselage, wings, and small details; clear canopy; high-quality decals for several marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended accessories: photo-etched and resin parts available separately for modelers seeking even greater detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Fairey Albacore Mk.I is a British carrier-based torpedo bomber and reconnaissance aircraft designed by Fairey Aviation. It replaced the well-known Swordfish in Fleet Air Arm service and was used primarily by the Royal Navy. Albacore aircraft operated from 1940 to 1944, participating in missions over Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Atlantic. They became famous for their raids against Italian fleet positions, involvement in the African campaign, and for protecting Arctic convoys to the USSR. Particularly notable was the Albacore's use during the Battle of Malta and in actions over Dunkirk.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent detail reproduction and accurate shape of the original\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit and control surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals allow the aircraft to be built in several marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePerfect set for a realistic World War II naval battle diorama\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended for experienced and ambitious modelers interested in military aviation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Special Hobby 48045 Fairey Albacore Mk.I in 1\/48 scale is an excellent choice for modelers seeking a detailed, historic British aircraft model that stands as one of the symbols of naval aviation from World War II. It offers a challenge at a level of 4\/5, guaranteeing a satisfying finished result, whether displayed on a collector's shelf or in a themed diorama. \n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719925911886,"sku":"SH48045","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/10f6f1415613d3720b95fcbf15e54cbf.jpg?v=1755485952","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/9702-special-hobby-48045-fairey-albacore-mki-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}