1:72 Pa-25 Pawnee

The real subject

The Piper PA-25 Pawnee was created as a working aircraft for spraying and dusting fields, and its shape is subordinated to that task. It is a single-engine low-wing monoplane with a piston engine, fixed landing gear for operation from grass strips and a cabin set high and far back so that the pilot can see over the hopper. It is precisely this silhouette that makes the Pawnee a rewarding counterpoint to military machines in a display case.

What the set contains

This is a kit of the aircraft in 1:72 scale, meant to be glued and painted. This item carries the part number KPM0473; another release under the same name carries the number KPM0472, so check the marking options against the actual box. The parts list and the recommended shades are given in the instructions enclosed by the manufacturer.

Building and painting tips

First dry-fit the fuselage halves and the wing so that the dihedral is right and the aircraft stands level. The cabin with its large glazed area is best fitted after painting, with its frames masked. Working aircraft tend to wear bright shades, but marked by service, so soften the finished paint with light grime on the underside of the fuselage and around the exhaust. Leave the propeller loose until the end of the build.

Who it is for

The kit will appeal to collectors of civilian and working aircraft and to modelers looking for a quick build without dozens of tiny parts. The box holds the kit parts; paints, glue and tools are not included, unless stated otherwise.