{"product_id":"level-1-model-kit-hawker-hurricane-mk-i-aircraft-with-2-scheme-options-1-72-scale-plastic-model-kit-by-airfix","title":"Level 1 Model Kit Hawker Hurricane Mk.I Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options 1\/72 Scale Plastic Model Kit by Airfix","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eBrand new plastic model kit of Hawker Hurricane Mk.I Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options (Level 1) 1\/72 plastic model kit by Airfix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eBrand new box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eVintage style packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eOfficially licensed product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eContains 51 detailed parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDoes NOT include display stand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint and cement required (not included).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eManufacturer's original unopened packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eParts molded in LIGHT GRAY, unless otherwise indicated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eIncludes decals to design the plane in 2 different schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDimensions approximately L-5.23, W-6.73 inches assembled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eHISTORY ASPECTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThe Hawker Hurricane Mk.I was a British single-seat fighter that became one of the most iconic aircraft of the Royal Air Force during the early years of World War II. Designed by Sydney Camm and produced by Hawker Aircraft, the Hurricane combined robust construction with maneuverability and firepower, featuring eight .303 Browning machine guns in its wings. Its fabric-covered rear fuselage and metal forward fuselage made it relatively easy to repair in the field, a key advantage during the intense aerial battles that lay ahead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThe Hurricane Mk.I played a decisive role during the Battle of Britain, where it accounted for more enemy aircraft destroyed than the more glamorous Spitfire. Its ruggedness and reliability made it the backbone of RAF Fighter Command, excelling in intercepting German bombers and engaging in dogfights with Luftwaffe fighters. Beyond the skies of Britain, the Hurricane Mk.I saw action in numerous theaters including North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Far East, supporting ground forces and performing reconnaissance and ground-attack missions with equal effectiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThe versatility of the Hurricane Mk.I extended to multiple adapted versions, including those modified for ground-attack roles with bombs and rockets, as well as navalized versions for carrier operations. Its extensive service record demonstrated both its combat effectiveness and the resilience of its design, helping to establish the foundation of the RAF’s fighter dominance during the critical early years of the war. The Hurricane Mk.I’s legacy endures as a symbol of British aviation ingenuity and wartime heroism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThis 1:72 scale model faithfully replicates its iconic design, from the detailed wing-mounted machine guns to the distinctive fuselage and tail profile. Ideal for collectors and history enthusiasts, it allows you to celebrate the aircraft that defended Britain’s skies and played a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of World War II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49884842000630,"sku":"AIRA02067AF","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/9925\/6496\/files\/AIRA02067AF-2__27488.jpg?v=1769144242","url":"https:\/\/modelcars.com\/products\/level-1-model-kit-hawker-hurricane-mk-i-aircraft-with-2-scheme-options-1-72-scale-plastic-model-kit-by-airfix","provider":"ModelCars.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}