Special Hobby 72358 A.W. Meteor NF Mk.11 ‘NATO Users’ 1/72 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

The Special Hobby 72358 A.W. Meteor NF Mk.11 ‘NATO Users’ is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1/72 scale. The set depicts the Gloster Meteor NF Mk.11 night fighter—one of the first jet fighter aircraft used by NATO air forces. The NF Mk.11 version was developed in the 1950s as a response to the growing demands of night aviation and interception. These aircraft played a significant role during the early years of the Cold War and were extensively used by the United Kingdom, Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and France.

The model accurately replicates the distinctive features of the Meteor NF Mk.11: an extended nose with radar, tall vertical stabilizer, and night identification markings specific to NATO users. The set includes precisely molded plastic sprues, decals for various national versions, and a clear canopy. Additionally, the kit offers detailed interior cockpit, landing gear, and external structure representation, making it attractive to both advanced modelers and collectors of post-war jet aircraft.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for unified-size aircraft model collections
• Category: plastic assembly model kit
• Contents: model parts, clear canopy, accurate decals for UK, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, and France versions
• Glue and paints not included – must be purchased separately
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers
• Precise reproduction of armament, panels, and surface details of the aircraft

The Special Hobby 72358 A.W. Meteor NF Mk.11 ‘NATO Users’ is highly recommended for military aviation enthusiasts as well as those interested in the Cold War period and the history of the first jet aircraft in NATO service. Its accuracy, variety of markings, and interesting theme make it an excellent addition both to collectors’ shelves and historic dioramas.