Airfix: 1:48 Bristol Blenheim Mk.1 – Model Kit
When the first Bristol Blenheim Mk.I light bomber entered Royal Air Force
service with No.114 Squadron at Wyton in March 1937, they not only replaced the
squadrons Hawker Hind biplane bombers, but also pointed to the future of a new,
modern air force. Capable of speeds approaching 100 mph faster than its
predecessor, the Blenheim was the most capable light/medium bomber in the world
at that time and would be the benchmark for all future aircraft designs,
including those it would soon be forced to meet in combat. During the early
months of WWII, Blenheim crews would carry a heavy burden of strike operations
against enemy targets, both from bases in the UK and in France as part of the
Advanced Air Striking Force and British Expeditionary Force. Being relatively
lightly armed and with constant equipment additions increasing the aircrafts
weight, the Blenheim was no match for the modern fighters of the Luftwaffe and
despite the heroic actions of a great many Allied pilots, the RAF suffered
significant losses during this period.
Specifications
- Scale: 1:48
- Skill: 3
- Flying Hours: 3
- Number of Parts: 216
- Wingspan (mm): 357
Supplied unassembled and unpainted. Hobby tools, glue & paints are needed to complete (Sold Separately)
