Airfix Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA 1:72 Plastic Model Kit

This is the Airfix Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA, a 1:72 scale plastic model kit of the RAF attack aircraft.

About this model

The Beaufort Mk.IA built on the original design with added structural reinforcement and the fitting of a Bristol B1 MK.V turret, changes reflected in this kit's tooling. RAF Beaufort crews flew demanding attack sorties during the Second World War, often in the face of heavy defensive fire.

The kit comprises 159 parts and builds into a model with a completed wingspan of 244mm. Two authentic RAF paint schemes are included, along with instructions and a paint guide to help you finish the model to either option.

Specifications

• Brand: Airfix
• Scale: 1:72
• Aircraft type: Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA
• Air force: RAF
• Era: WW2
• Parts: 159
• Skill level: 2
• Wingspan: 244mm
• Paint schemes: Two included
• What's inside: Plastic kit, instruction sheet, paint guide and decal sheet

Common questions

What scale is this Beaufort kit?

It's 1:72 scale, with a completed wingspan of 244mm.

What's included in the box?

You get the plastic kit with 159 parts, an instruction sheet, a paint guide and a decal sheet covering two RAF paint schemes.

Is this kit suitable for a beginner?

It's rated skill level 2 and suitable for modellers aged 8 and older, so it suits those with a little prior experience.