{"product_id":"airfix-1-72-english-electric-canberra-b-2-plastic-model-kit-a05065","title":"Airfix 1\/72 English Electric Canberra B.2 Plastic Model Kit [A05065]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Airfix 1\/72 English Electric Canberra B.2 Plastic Model Kit [A05065]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis detailed 1:72 scale model of the English Electric Canberra B.2 allows you to recreate a pivotal piece of British aviation history. Comprising 171 parts and rated at skill level 3, this kit accurately reflects the sleek design of the twin jet-powered bomber that provided the RAF with a technological advantage during the early Cold War. With a wingspan measuring 277mm and three genuine paint options, this plastic model depicts the aircraft that began service with No.101 Squadron in 1951, renowned as one of the swiftest bombers of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e171 piece model kit in 1:72 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 3, suitable for ages 8 and above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree authentic paint schemes included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWingspan of 277mm when completed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerodynamically accurate representation of the twin jet-powered bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold War era RAF aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite accumulating extensive experience in aircraft manufacturing during World War II, the Lancashire-based English Electric Company had not previously designed their own planes. Thus, when they joined the competition to create a successor to the renowned de Havilland Mosquito, few anticipated their success. By assembling a youthful and skilled design team, they developed what became one of the most important aircraft in British aviation: a twin jet-powered bomber, crafted for speed with an aerodynamic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft's potential was evident from the outset, impressing the Air Ministry enough to order 132 units in advance, confident that this new jet would give the Royal Air Force a technological upper hand. When the first B.2 model was deployed with No.101 Squadron in early 1951, it was unmatched by most fighters of the time, establishing the RAF's reputation with an exceptional aircraft admired globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42019859398691,"sku":"AIRA05065","price":54.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2115\/8947\/files\/airfix-1-72-english-electric-canberra-b-2-plastic-model-kit-a05065-1229371914.jpg?v=1774524712","url":"https:\/\/hobbytechtoys.com.au\/products\/airfix-1-72-english-electric-canberra-b-2-plastic-model-kit-a05065","provider":"Hobbytech Toys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}