{"product_id":"11968-special-hobby-48136-fairey-firefly-mk45-korean-war-148","title":"Special Hobby 48136 Fairey Firefly Mk.4\/5 Korean War 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 48136 Fairey Firefly Mk.4\/5 Korean War (1\/48) – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Hobby 48136 Fairey Firefly Mk.4\/5 Korean War model in 1\/48 scale is a precise plastic kit dedicated to military aviation enthusiasts and modelers who want to recreate one of the most important British carrier-borne aircraft of the post-war era. The Fairey Firefly Mk.4\/5 was a British reconnaissance and fighter aircraft that played a significant role during the Korean War. The model represents specific versions – Mk.4 and Mk.5 – which served in the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and were also exported to Canada and the Netherlands.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Equipped with a Rolls-Royce Griffon engine, the Fairey Firefly was primarily used as an escort fighter and reconnaissance aircraft in the post-war period. The Mk.4 and Mk.5 variants took part in numerous combat missions during the Korean War (1950–1953), operating from aircraft carriers such as HMS Glory, HMS Theseus, and HMS Ocean. Upgraded avionics and increased firepower made it a vital element of support during combined land and sea operations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Hobby 48136 kit includes high-quality plastic parts, distinguished by excellent accuracy and outstanding detail on the fuselage and wings, sure to impress even experienced modelers. The set includes a decal sheet allowing the creation of several authentic paint schemes representing British aircraft from the Korean War era. The kit does not contain glue or paints, allowing personalization according to the builder’s preferences. Additional features include fine details like precise panel lines, faithfully reproduced cockpit, and underwing armament.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountries of use: United Kingdom, Canada, Netherlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEra of use: Cold War, Korean War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdditions: decals for several Royal Navy paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended skill level: 3\/5 – ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel dimensions after assembly: wingspan over 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Hobby 48136 Fairey Firefly Mk.4\/5 Korean War (1\/48) model is especially recommended for fans of naval aviation history and those wishing to create a realistic collection of Korean War-era machines. It is an excellent choice for modelers seeking challenges and precise renditions of British combat aircraft. Realistic details and outstanding build quality make this set the perfect base for an impressive Royal Navy aircraft carrier diorama from the late 1940s and early 1950s.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719981912398,"sku":"SH48136","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/b56d888a5bc3cd4fff45d843d847b202.jpg?v=1755487481","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/11968-special-hobby-48136-fairey-firefly-mk45-korean-war-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}