Airfix 1/ 48 Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B Model
Airfix Blackburn Buccaneer S-2B Model Kit
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- Item Type: Aircraft Model Kit
- Code: #58 A12014
- Material: Plastic
- Colour: Unpainted [Multicoloured]
- Theme: Aviation
- Model Dimensions: Length (cm) (40.2) X Height (10.31) X Width (28)
- Wingspan: 280 mm
- Fuselage Length: 402 mm
- Flying Hours: 3
- Parts: 291
- Difficulty: Intermediate - Challenging
- Model includes: Plastic Sprues, 4 decal scheme options, coloured instruction sheet
The Airfix Blackburn Buccaneer 1/48 Model Kit is an exciting replica of the historic aircraft. With its easy-to-follow instructions and high-quality parts, building the Blackburn Buccaneer S 2B model can be an enjoyable experience for aviation enthusiasts and model builders.
The model comes with detailed decals and painting instructions, for model builders to achieve a realistic representation of this legendary aircraft. There are 4 decal and colour schemes for you to choose from:
- Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B, XW527/527, No. 12 Squadron, RAF Lossiemouth, Scotland, 1993. (A)
- Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B, XW544, No. 15 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch Germany, 1971. (B)
- Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B, XW544, No. 15 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch Germany, 1971. (B)
- Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B, XW544, No. 15 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch Germany, 1971. (B)
Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B
The Blackburn Buccaneer S 2B was a British carrier-capable strike jet popular for its speed and low-level attack capabilities. The S 2B was a variant of the S.2 made for RAF groups. It could carry the Martel missile for anti-radar or anti-ship use.
Seven years after its introduction with the Royal Navy, the Blackburn Company saw its Blackburn Buccaneer enter service with the RAF. 26 new aircraft were ordered at first, marked as S.Mk.2B. They had several notable distinctions from their naval counterparts.
Despite initial reluctance from the Royal Air Force toward the aircraft, the Buccaneer proved its worth, becoming highly valued for its capabilities. Around retirement, the RAF hesitated to part with these aircraft they once overlooked. The camouflaged Buccaneers quickly demonstrated their worth, rejecting any thought of being a second choice aircraft.
Between 1973 and 1977, forty-six were built, plus three for Ministry of Defence tests.
