{"product_id":"12039-special-hobby-72181-hawker-tempest-mkii-172","title":"Special Hobby 72181 Hawker Tempest Mk.II 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 72181 Hawker Tempest Mk.II (1\/72) – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72181 Hawker Tempest Mk.II\u003c\/strong\u003e model in 1:72 scale is an excellent choice for military aviation enthusiasts and modelers looking for an interesting project from the World War II era and the early Cold War period. This kit is characterized by a high level of detail and faithful reproduction of the historic fighter, which is considered by many experts as one of the best British aircraft of the late 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72 – the assembled model measures approx. 14 cm in length, perfect for an aircraft model collection in this popular scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit – the set does not include glue or paints, giving the modeler the opportunity to personalize the paint scheme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic, excellent for sanding, painting and further processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e the kit includes decals with markings used by the RAF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Hawker Tempest Mk.II is a British fighter aircraft, a development of the well-known Hawker Typhoon. The Mk.II was equipped with a Bristol Centaurus radial engine, providing greater speed and reliability. The Tempest Mk.II was operated by the Royal Air Force as well as the Indian and Pakistani Air Forces. These planes were in service from the end of World War II (first deliveries in 1944–1945) until the early 1950s, especially intensively used just after the war (\"Cold War\") and during conflicts in Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eThe Tempest Mk.II was known for its high maneuverability and efficiency in combating enemy aircraft, especially during patrol, escort, and interception missions. For example, during the Kashmir conflict in 1947, British Tempests took part in combat over India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend this model for experienced modellers\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as intermediate aircraft modeling enthusiasts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis kit will be challenging mainly due to the number of small parts and the requirement for precise assembly and painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAssembly difficulty level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDifficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. The kit is recommended for those who already have some experience with assembling 1:72 scale aircraft models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72181 Hawker Tempest Mk.II (1\/72)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a kit that will enrich any collection of models from World War II and the beginning of the Cold War era. The perfect choice for hobbyists who value historical accuracy and excellent molding quality – highly recommended!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719983812942,"sku":"SH72181","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/98d9f47c0b2c7e99b526c38be5bc2ec8.jpg?v=1755487549","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/12039-special-hobby-72181-hawker-tempest-mkii-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}