Airfix 1/48 Airfix BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT NF1 Kit A05132

Build this 1:48 scale Boulton Paul Defiant and celebrate one of the greatest nightfighter planes of the Second World War. With 113 parts and two scheme options, this model kit will be a distinctive addition to your display shelf once built.???????

History

Quickly outclassed as a day fighter during the Battle of Britain, the Boulton Paul Defiant was tasked with protecting Britain from night bombing raids by the Luftwaffe. Not trained to fight at night, Defiant crews had to develop interception techniques as they fought, but found the aircraft much more suited to this nocturnal fighting environment.

After enjoying initial success against Luftwaffe pilots unfamiliar with Britain's turret fighter, Defiant crews soon discovered the limitations of their aircraft.

The significant weight of the gun turret, combined with a relatively poor arc of defensive fire, meant that German Messerschmitts soon learned how to attack these unusual aircraft. As combat losses began to mount, RAF Defiants were relegated to night fighting duties, where the aircraft was much less vulnerable and could make better use of its offensive firepower.

As the night Blitz against London raged, Defiant crews had to develop their own interception techniques, as many were not trained in this type of fighting. They soon began to score victories against the Luftwaffe raiders, helping to establish a cohesive night defence system and rebuilding the reputation of the Defiant.

These all-black nocturnal hunters became some of the most distinctive RAF aircraft of the Second World War.

What's Inside
Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

Tech Specs

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 22.5
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 25
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer: 113
Item Scale: 1:48 Scale
License line: BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trademark of BAE Systems plc.
Contents (what's in the box) sets: Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Finish: Plastic
Number of Scheme options: 2
Skill Level: 2
Flying Hours: 2
Wingspan (mm): 250

Additional items are required to complete model as illustrated

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm) : 22.4cm
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm) : 7.19cm
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm) : 24.9cm
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer? :106
Item Scale : 1:48 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) sets : Sprues & decals
Finish : Plastic
Number of Scheme options : 2
Skill Level : 3
Wingspan (mm) : 249