ends March 14, 2010
Dagsboro, Delaware DE - 1/72 Short STIRLING B.I/III bomberAirfix plastic model series 6 (06002)This is a rather large 1/72nd scale unassembled plastic model of the World War 2 Stirling bomber, manufactured by Airfix. Model dimensions when built are length 369mm and wingspan of 419mm, so larger than a Lancaster.All model parts have been checked to make sure they are all there and the decals & transparencies are bagged to prevent scratches. Box (which is dated 1982) is in good condition, but one end is slightly faded where it has been in the light.Kit contains a mass of plastic model parts (273 which makes the kit heavy!!), with nice clear canopy, detailed cockpit and gun turrets with figures of pilots and gunners, decals and comprehensive instructions and paint guides.There are also parts to make a tow tractor and bomb trolley as per the built model picture.Decals & markings are for:1) N3709 MGK, a B.I of 7 Squadron 3 Group, Leeming and then Oakington.2) LJ582 EXL, a B.III of 199 Squadron 3 Group, North Creake.Check this web sites for more pictures of a built model: http://www.aircraftresourcecenter.com/Gal5/40014100/gal4080StirlingStern/00.shtm This is a lovely kit that is often hard to find from usual model shops and so grab a bargain whilst you still can. All the bits are included in the box to make ...
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