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1:48 P-38

Plastic kit Academy P-38 Lightning (1:48) — the American twin-boom fighter of the Second World War with parts for several versions.

Scale1:48
Manufacturer Academy
Product EAN8591111078788

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20.76 €
17.16 € without VAT
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P-38 Lightning (1:48, Academy)

This injection-molded plastic kit from Academy captures the American twin-engined fighter Lockheed P-38 Lightning in 1:48 scale. The set is conceived as a combination kit: according to the instructions, several versions can be built from the parts — the P-38J fighter, the variant with the glazed nose (Droopsnoot), the Pathfinder lead ship and the photo-reconnaissance version. The kit has finely engraved panel lines, a well worked-out cockpit and landing gear bay, and soft rubber tires.

The real subject

The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was an American twin-engined fighter of the Second World War with its characteristic twin-boom layout and a central nacelle for the pilot and the armament. It stood out for its range, its speed and its rate of climb; it was used as a fighter, a fighter-bomber and a photo-reconnaissance aircraft, above all in the Pacific.

Building and painting tips

Glue the plastic parts with thin modeling cement and lay down a base coat (primer) before painting. The finely engraved lines come out well once a dark panel wash is applied. Spray the metallic surfaces with an airbrush onto a smooth surface and mask the canopy glazing before painting. Follow the instructions carefully according to the version you choose — the nose parts differ.

Who the model is for

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

  • Modelers who want an icon of the American fighter school of the Second World War
  • Anyone interested in the chance to build several versions from one set
  • Beginners and advanced builders alike — a plastic kit with good detail
  • Collectors of aircraft from the Pacific theater

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The set is a combination kit and, according to the instructions, several versions can be built from it — the P-38J fighter, the Droopsnoot variant with the glazed nose, the Pathfinder lead ship and the photo-reconnaissance version.

It is an injection-molded plastic kit with good detail; a patient beginner and an advanced modeler alike will manage it.

Its characteristic twin-boom layout with a central nacelle; it stood out for its range and speed and served as a fighter and as a photo-reconnaissance aircraft.

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1:48 P-38

Plastic kit Academy P-38 Lightning (1:48) — the American twin-boom fighter of the Second World War with parts for several versions.
In stock
20.76 €
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