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1:48 P-38 L-5-LO Lightning

An injection-molded plastic kit of the Lockheed P-38L-5-LO Lightning in 1:48 scale from Hobby Boss, the American twin-boom fighter of the Second World War.

Scale1:48
Manufacturer Hobby Boss
Product EAN8591111858052

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19.56 €
16.17 € without VAT
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Lockheed P-38L-5-LO Lightning 1:48 (Hobby Boss)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the famous American twin-engined, twin-boom fighter in 1:48 scale from Hobby Boss. The box contains plastic molded in gray and clear, a well-worked cockpit with an instrument panel, a detailed landing gear and decals for marking variants. The characteristic twin-boom silhouette makes the model a striking item for the display case.

The real subject

The P-38 Lightning was an American fighter with the unconventional layout of two tail booms and a central nacelle holding the cockpit and the armament. It was powered by a pair of Allison V-1710 V12 engines. The P-38L version was the most widespread and most capable variant of the Lightning; it was the first to carry underwing rockets and it was used for fighter work, bomber escort and attacks on ground targets in Europe as well as in the Pacific.

Building and painting tips

Use thin cement for plastic and work in subassemblies. Finish and paint the cockpit before closing the nacelle. Apply primer before varnishing and lay the colors on with an airbrush. For natural metal schemes, metalizer paints over a smooth, polished base work well; fine-tune the stores and rockets only after the base coat.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of American fighters of the Second World War in 1:48 scale
  • Fans of the unconventional twin-boom layout of the Lightning
  • Modelers who want a striking centerpiece for the display case
  • Builders with basic as well as more advanced experience

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

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It has an unconventional layout with two tail booms and a central nacelle holding the cockpit and the armament. It was powered by a pair of Allison V12 engines.

It is the P-38L, the most widespread and most capable production version, and the first to carry underwing rockets.

The Hobby Boss breakdown is fairly straightforward, so a more advanced beginner will manage it; the size and the twin-boom layout do call for care when gluing, though.

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