{"product_id":"22952-roden-422-airco-de-havilland-dh4","title":"Roden 422 Airco (de Havilland) DH4","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eRoden 422 Airco (de Havilland) DH4 1:48 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Roden 422 Airco (de Havilland) DH4 is a precisely crafted plastic model kit in the popular 1:48 scale. The kit represents the legendary bomber and reconnaissance aircraft from World War I, which was a key combat machine in the arsenal of Allied forces.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Information and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Airco DH4, developed by engineer Geoffrey de Havilland for the British company Airco, had its maiden flight in 1916. Its advanced design, equipped with a Rolls-Royce Eagle engine, enabled it to carry out bombing and reconnaissance missions at high altitudes. The aircraft served mainly with the British aviation (Royal Flying Corps, later RAF) and the American (US Army Air Service). The DH4 was used extensively from 1917 until the end of hostilities in 1918. It participated in numerous operations on the Western Front, supporting ground forces and conducting raids on enemy rear positions. It was the first Allied day bomber, surpassing German competitors in this role.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the Roden 422 Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1:48 – ideal for detailed representation and impressive display in dioramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of original use: United Kingdom, USA, and other Entente nations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: World War I (1917–1918).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh-quality plastic injection-molded parts – precise fit and faithful reproduction of the aircraft's structural elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue, paints, or tools – model products dedicated to plastic aircraft kits are recommended for assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKit designed for self-assembly and painting – full customization of color scheme is possible, including reproduction of original camouflage patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis kit belongs to the category of \u003cstrong\u003eplastic scale model aircraft from World War I\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Roden 422 Airco DH4 model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced aircraft modelers. The contents and level of detail make it an ideal choice for military aviation history enthusiasts and 1:48 scale model collectors.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Difficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – requires basic skills in assembling and painting plastic models.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The product offers great satisfaction and is an excellent foundation for developing modeling skills and learning about the history of classic military aircraft.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720292192590,"sku":"RO422","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/984d62d97c0115e800d3b1a56f2f6f31.jpg?v=1755496724","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/22952-roden-422-airco-de-havilland-dh4","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}