Airfix 1/72 Avro Vulcan B2 Black Buck A12013
£72.50
SKU: A12013
Vendor: Airfix
Scale/Size: 1/72
Airfix 1/72 Avro Vulcan B2 Black Buck A12013
Embark On A Journey Through Aviation History With The Airfix 1/72 Avro Vulcan B2 Black Buck A12013 Model Kit, Capturing The Iconic Profile And Storied Legacy Of This Legendary British Bomber. Revered For Its Distinctive Delta Wing Design And Unparalleled Strategic Capabilities, The Avro Vulcan Occupies A Prominent Place In The Annals Of Post-War British Aviation, Symbolizing The Pinnacle Of Technological Innovation And Military Prowess.
Conceived To Meet The Rigorous Requirements Of The Air Ministry For A Fast, High-Altitude Strategic Bomber Capable Of Delivering Nuclear Payloads, The Vulcan Represented A Quantum Leap Forward In British Aviation Capabilities Upon Its Maiden Flight In August 1952. With Its Introduction Into Squadron Service At Raf Waddington In July 1957, The Vulcan Ushered In A New Era Of Aerial Supremacy For The Royal Air Force, Establishing Itself As The World'S Fastest Nuclear-Capable Bomber.
Though Facing Retirement By The Time Of The Falklands Conflict In 1982, The Vulcan Was Called Upon For One Final Mission Of Historic Significance. Tasked With Delivering A Decisive Blow To Argentine Forces Occupying The Falkland Islands, The Vulcan Conducted A Series Of Daring Raids Codenamed 'Black Buck,' Culminating In The Legendary 'Black Buck One' Mission. In This Audacious Strike, Vulcan Xm607 Successfully Damaged The Runway At Port Stanley With Its Payload Of Twenty-One Bombs, Effectively Neutralizing The Enemy Airfield And Thwarting Argentine Air Operations.
This Meticulously Detailed Model Kit, Comprising 271 Pieces, Invites Enthusiasts To Recreate The Drama And Excitement Of The Vulcan'S Legendary 'Black Buck' Missions. With Two Distinct Scheme Options And A Comprehensive Instruction Sheet, Paint Layout Sheet, And Decals Included, Modelers Can Authentically Replicate The Historic Aircraft And Its Pivotal Role In Shaping The Course Of Military History.
From Its Sleek Delta Wing Profile To Its Formidable Bombing Capabilities, The Airfix Avro Vulcan B2 Black Buck Kit Offers A Captivating Glimpse Into The Remarkable Legacy Of This Iconic British Bomber. Whether Displayed As A Testament To Aviation Engineering Or Assembled As A Tribute To The Brave Crews Who Flew These Historic Missions, This Model Kit Promises An Engaging And Rewarding Experience For Enthusiasts Of All Ages.