{"product_id":"1-48-bristol-beaufort-mk-ia-wwii-british-torpedo-bomber","title":"1\/48 Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA WWII British Torpedo Bomber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/48 Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA WWII British Torpedo Bomber\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eICM\u003c\/b\u003e delivers detailed coastal command bomber realism for aircraft model builders and Second World War aviation collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed crew compartment: Interior cockpit, navigator and gunner positions with clear glazing sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorpedo bomber configuration: Includes external torpedo and under-fuselage mounting detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-engine surface detail: Fine panel lines, engine nacelles and defensive turret parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 28.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 36.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 8.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: ICM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Bristol Beaufort Mk.IA WWII British Torpedo Bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: Approx. 280 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Figures: Not Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e RAF aircraft collectors, coastal command enthusiasts, 1\/48 scale hobby builders, and display modellers interested in British twin-engine aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bristol Beaufort was developed as a torpedo bomber for the Royal Air Force and entered service just before the Second World War. The Mk.IA variant used Taurus radial engines and became a key aircraft in anti-shipping strikes, reconnaissance work and maritime patrol operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeaufort crews flew demanding missions over the North Sea, Mediterranean and other contested waters, often at low altitude against defended targets. The aircraft also served with several Allied air forces, including the Royal Australian Air Force. A 1\/48 scale plastic model kit of the Beaufort Mk.IA represents an important aircraft in Britain’s wartime coastal air operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild using paint and glue. Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46258105385116,"sku":"ICM48315","price":108.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/ICM48315.jpg?v=1773161005","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-48-bristol-beaufort-mk-ia-wwii-british-torpedo-bomber","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}