1:72 Revell 03775 Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 - Propeller Aircraft Plastic Model kit

Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 Model Kit – Maritime Aviation Heritage in Scale

During the Cold War, specialized aircraft were needed for precise submarine hunting. With this detailed model kit of the Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4, you can bring a piece of fascinating maritime aviation history into your home. The high-quality kit impresses with its authentic replica and allows you to build a model of this unique aircraft carrier.

Features:

- Scaled recreation of the cockpit with finely crafted details and realistic instruments
- Authentic weapon bay with accurate representation of anti-submarine equipment
- Movable control surfaces for dynamic display
- Optional open or closed canopy for various display options

Contents and Design:

The high-quality model kit includes all the necessary components to build one of three historically significant versions. The precisely manufactured components allow for a detailed reproduction of the distinctive silhouette. Choose between the 1967 Royal Australian Navy version, the 1957 Royal Navy version, or the 1958 German Navy version.

Background: The Fairey Gannet revolutionized maritime aviation in the 1950s. As the first aircraft carrier specifically developed for anti-submarine warfare, it combined innovative technology with impressive versatility. Its characteristic design, featuring the Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba twin turboprop engine and counter-rotating propellers, made it an unmistakable milestone in aviation history. The Gannet served not only with the Royal Navy but also with the West German Federal Navy and the Royal Australian Navy.

Purchase Now: Own this fascinating piece of maritime aviation history and add an extraordinary exhibit to your model collection. Order today and immerse yourself in the thrilling era of Cold War maritime air warfare.