{"product_id":"1-72-b-239-buffalo-finnish-air-force-aces","title":"1\/72 B-239 BUFFALO \"FINNISH AIR FORCE ACES\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e1\/72 \u003cb\u003eB-239 BUFFALO \"FINNISH AIR FORCE ACES\" by Hasegawa delivers a detailed WWII fighter model kit for scale model hobby builders focused on aviation history and combat aircraft collections.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinnish Air Force Ace markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes historically inspired camouflage and insignia used by top scoring pilots during the Winter War and Continuation War.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRefined Brewster design:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures the B-239 export variant with improved engine performance and Finnish modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAccurate cockpit detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes pilot station layout and canopy framing suited to early-war fighter configuration.\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: 11.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 14.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 3.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Hasegawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: B-239 Buffalo \"Finnish Air Force Aces\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: Approx. 60+\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\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePilot Figures:\u003c\/b\u003e Not Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e WWII aircraft enthusiasts, Finnish Air Force history fans, and scale model hobby builders who enjoy classic fighter aircraft subjects, backed by Hobbyco’s trusted service and fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brewster B-239 Buffalo was an export variant of the American-built F2A Buffalo, supplied to Finland during the early stages of the Second World War. While considered underperforming in other theatres, it achieved remarkable success in Finnish service due to lighter armament load, improved maintenance, and skilled pilot tactics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinnish pilots achieved high victory-to-loss ratios using the B-239 during the Winter War and Continuation War against Soviet forces. The aircraft became a symbol of Finnish air combat effectiveness and is closely associated with several notable fighter aces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild using plastic cement, modelling cutters, and fine brushes for camouflage and markings. Paint is required for authentic Finnish Air Force schemes. Display as part of a WWII fighter aircraft collection.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\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":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46499200204956,"sku":"H02533","price":39.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/228452.jpg?v=1773682301","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-72-b-239-buffalo-finnish-air-force-aces","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}