{"product_id":"28001-special-hobby-48180-model-239-buffalo-taivaan-helmi-over-finland-148","title":"Special Hobby 48180 Model 239 Buffalo Taivaan Helmi over Finland 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 48180 Model 239 Buffalo \"Taivaan Helmi over Finland\" (1\/48) – plastic scale model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48180 Model 239 Buffalo Taivaan Helmi over Finland\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1\/48 scale is a faithfully reproduced plastic model of the Brewster Model 239 fighter aircraft, which became one of the most important fighters in Finnish aviation history during World War II. This precision model kit is designed for both advanced modelers and aviation history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Brewster Model 239, an export version of the American Brewster F2A Buffalo, was delivered to Finland between 1939 and 1940. The aircraft became legendary within the Finnish Air Force during the Winter War (1939–1940) and the Continuation War (1941–1944). These fighters, nicknamed \"Taivaan Helmi\" (Pearl of the Sky), became famous thanks to the outstanding achievements of Finnish pilots, who used the Model 239 to great effect in harsh climatic conditions against Soviet air forces. Finns significantly improved the design, achieving one of the best kill-to-loss ratios per aircraft during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Features and Box Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecise plastic scale model kit in the popular 1\/48 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh level of detail faithful to the historic original\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes richly illustrated assembly instructions and a decal sheet with Finnish insignias and historic paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eParts made of high-quality plastic for easy handling and painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue, paints, or extra modeling accessories – these can be chosen individually to suit personal preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis model belongs to the category of plastic scale model kits dedicated to aviation modeling enthusiasts and historical reconstructions of military vehicles from World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Special Hobby 48180 Buffalo is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers (difficulty level: 3\/5). This model will be especially appreciated by fans of Finnish aviation, modelers of military aircraft from 1939–1945, as well as collectors of unique models that played a key role in World War II history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720516260174,"sku":"SH48180","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c502bd042b16bb58a86d52f4f7177179.jpg?v=1755501624","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/28001-special-hobby-48180-model-239-buffalo-taivaan-helmi-over-finland-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}