HK Models Lancaster B Mk.III Dambuster

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PKHK01E11 AVRO LANCASTER B MK III DAMBUSTER ED932/AJ-G

Following on from the popular ‘Avro Lancaster Mk 1 S-Sugar’ plastic kit, HK Models have announced the release of a Dambusters version of the Lancaster and we are expecting to see delivery in the UK in June 2019.

Designed and built by AV Roe & Co, powered by four Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, the Lancaster began operations in March 1942 and with its superior speed, height and range was the most efficient RAF bomber of the Second World War. The Lancaster was chosen to equip 617 Squadron and was modified to carry the Upkeep bouncing bomb designed by Barnes Wallis for Operation Chastise.

• New tooled parts for Upkeep bouncing bomb used in Operation Chastise dam raid in May 1943

• Markings for Lancaster B Mk III Special ED932/AJ-G of 617 Squadron RAF Scampton

• L: 664mm, W: 972mm, Total parts: 854

• Exclusive UK edition includes new A5 booklet “Rad Shutters Auto” by Squadron Leader Stuart G Reid BSc RAF (Retired), Pilot Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Lancaster PA474 1999-2010, written specially for the new Dambusters kit

RRP £399.99

A5 Special booklet included with plastic kit – ‘Rad Shutters Auto’ by Stuart G Reid

Contact your local Bachmann stockist and place your order today!

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