1:72 XFL-1 Airabonita

RS Models 1:72 XFL-1 Airabonita is an injection-molded plastic kit of an American experimental carrier fighter in 1:72 scale.

Scale1:72
Manufacturer RS models
Product EAN8591111767613

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16.76 €
13.85 € without VAT
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Bell XFL-1 Airabonita 1:72 (RS Models)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the American experimental carrier fighter Bell XFL-1 Airabonita in 1:72 scale from the Czech maker RS Models. It is a short-run kit with fine engraving, complete with decals for several marking options. It is supplied unassembled and unpainted.

The real subject

The XFL-1 Airabonita was developed alongside the land-based XP-39 Airacobra fighter and first flew in May 1940. It differed from its land-based counterpart mainly in its tailwheel landing gear and the radiators under the wings. It was powered by a liquid-cooled Allison V12. The machine failed its carrier trials and further development was stopped at the beginning of 1942.

Building and painting tips

As with any short-run kit, clean up the parts first and dry-fit them, and expect to work on the joints. Paint the cockpit and the interior before the fuselage is closed. Apply a primer and paint with an airbrush; the glossy surfaces of US Navy schemes benefit from a gloss coat under the decals.

Who the model is for

  • collectors of prototypes and aviation oddities
  • fans of the Bell marque and the Airacobra line
  • modelers who can handle a short-run kit

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

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FAQ

It was the carrier version developed alongside the Airacobra and differed in its tailwheel landing gear. It remained a prototype.

It is a short-run kit; the parts call for careful cleaning up and dry-fitting, so it suits more experienced modelers.

No, neither paints nor glue are included.

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