1/48 AV-8B Harrier II PLUS - ASK Limited Bundle

ASK Bundle — a kit that we’ve already upgraded

ASK Bundle is our new range of value sets. We take interesting and popular model kits and supplement them with our own precision Art Scale parts. We include selected accessories — which you would have bought anyway sooner or later — straight into the pack, and at a discounted price. Less ordering, less hunting around, and, above all, a better finished model.

About the aircraft

The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) AV‑8B Harrier II is an attack aircraft representing the second generation of the British Harrier, capable of vertical or short take-off and landing (V/STOL). This unique capability allows Harriers to operate from the decks of smaller aircraft carriers, amphibious assault ships and makeshift forward operating bases. The aircraft was developed jointly by the USA and the UK and entered service with the US Marine Corps (USMC) in 1985. The Harrier II Plus variant, introduced in 1993, brought a major modernisation — the APG-65 pulse-Doppler radar (the same as that used on the F/A-18 Hornet) significantly improved its all-weather combat capabilities and enabled the deployment of AIM-120 AMRAAM medium-range missiles. As a result, it became a versatile multi-role aircraft deployed in a number of conflicts, including Operation Desert Storm, the Iraq War and the War in Afghanistan.

What’s in the set

A 1/48 scale plastic model kit of the AV-8B Harrier II Plus from UMa Model — the first and highly ambitious model from this new manufacturer, which is already considered one of the finest Harrier models on the market. The manufacturer has focused on top-quality materials and a high level of detail: finely engraved panel lines and rivets, modern computer-aided design and multi-part moulds. Key features of the kit:

• A detailed cockpit with 3D decals for the instrument panel.
• Photo-etched parts to enhance realism.
• A set of masking sheets for easy and precise painting of the canopy and other parts.
• Extensive armament, including bombs, rockets and guidance pods.
• Decals from the renowned manufacturer Cartograf for three USMC aircraft variants.

3D-printed SJU-4 ejection seat with safety belts (ASK, cat. no. 200-A48071) — the centrepiece of every cockpit and one of the most visible features of the finished model. Thanks to advanced 3D printing, it features every detail, from the straps and buckles to the complex mechanisms on the sides of the seat — parts that could not be replicated using traditional methods. The seat is designed specifically for the UMa kit, so there’s no need for sanding or filling: you simply replace the original part. Modellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Double-sided pre-cut ‘Express Fit’ masking film (ASK, cat. no. 200‑M48314) — made from the highest-quality Japanese Kabuki masking film. All parts are printed with numbers which, together with the instructions, precisely define their position and application on the model. This ensures sharp and clean lines without paint bleeding onto the canopy or wheel discs — making the work much easier and saving time on the way to a perfect model.

Why choose the ASK Bundle

• You’ll save money — you get the accessories that are essential for the kit at a discounted price, which works out cheaper than buying them individually.
• You’ll save time — everything is neatly organised in a single box, with the seat and bonnet designed specifically for this kit.
• You’ll build a better model — the two most visible elements, the cockpit and the cleanly painted canopy, are of professional standard right from the start.
• For every model-maker — you can fit the seat without any modifications, and even a beginner can handle the masks.

The set does not include paint or glue.

✈️ Era: Cold War / Modern 🇺🇸 Country: United States of America