1/48 Avro Anson Mk.I ‘Anti-submarine Annie’
The Avro Anson Mk.I 'Anti-submarine Annie' 1/48th scale model by Special Hobby is a British WWII multi-purpose anti-submarine aircraft. The kit includes detailed plastic parts, interior, armament and decals for the specific machine nicknamed 'Annie'. The package does not include the paint or glue needed for assembly.
Avro Anson Mk.I was originally designed as a naval reconnaissance aircraft, but over time it became a versatile type used by for crew training, light bombing, liaison flights and anti-submarine patrolling. Its reliability and good flying qualities made the Anson one of the most widely used British aircraft of its day.
The "Anti-submarine Annie" version refers to a particular machine deployed on patrols over the coast of Great Britain, where it was used to protect Allied shipping against German submarines. The aircraft was equipped with patrol armament and bore the typical Coastal Command designation.
The Special Hobby 1/48 Avro Anson Mk.I 'Anti-submarine Annie' kit provides an extensive model with finely detailed fuselage, cabin, armament and landing gear. The interior parts, including the pilot's and observer's stations, also stand out thanks to the large scale. Included are decals for specific aircraft from RAF anti-submarine missions.
The model is ideal for those interested in British Coastal Command aircraft and lesser known WWII patrol aircraft.
The package does not include the paint or glue needed for assembly.
| Category: | Aircraft 1/48 |
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| Weight: | 0.488 kg |
| EAN: | 8594071088996 |
| Scale: | 1/48 |
| Nationality: | United Kingdom |
| Period: | WW2 |
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