Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0224 Tempest F.6 „Silver wings“ 1/72

The Tempest F.6 „Silver wings” model in 1/72 scale is a carefully crafted miniature of the iconic British fighter aircraft produced by Hawker, offered by the renowned Czech company Kovozavody Prostejov. This model represents the F.6 version, the final incarnation of this legendary machine, famous for its characteristic "silver" livery used by the Royal Air Force after World War II.

Scale, Material, and Set Contents

• Scale: 1/72 – a compromise between size and detail, ideal for building larger aircraft collections.
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic, easy to work with and paint.
• Category: plastic model kit for assembly.
• The box contains: sprues with parts for assembly, a rich decal sheet with marking options, a clear cockpit canopy, assembly instructions. The kit does not include glue or paints.

Historical Description and Application

The Hawker Tempest F.6 was a combat fighter used primarily by Great Britain (RAF) immediately after World War II, during the so-called early Cold War period (years 1946–1951). The aircraft was based on the famous Typhoon/Tempest line, providing superior performance and modern equipment for its time. Tempest F.6s were stationed in Western Europe, including Germany, and in the Middle East, participating in patrol and training missions during the post-war period, until they were replaced by newer jet fighters.

Who Is It For?

This precise model is especially recommended for military aviation enthusiasts, collectors of RAF vehicles from the 1940s and 1950s, and modelers wishing to expand their collections with machines from the transitional period between the piston-engined propeller era and the jet age. The kit is designed for both beginner and intermediate hobbyists.

Difficulty Level

• Assembly difficulty level on a scale from 1 to 5: 2 – the model fits well, basic modeling experience is recommended for the best results.

Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0224 Tempest F.6 „Silver wings” 1/72 is a faithful replica of an important British postwar fighter. Perfect for dioramas, collections, and any 20th-century aviation enthusiast!