Description
An apparently simple design, this aircraft became forever established in world aviation history with the short and appropriate name Camel. Of course, its resemblance to a real camel was minimal, but its 'hump' left no choice for any other name. When its advantages over other types became clear, no less than nine subcontractors were asked to contribute to its mass production. But the Camel was not an easy machine to handle and the inexperience of many young pilots caused some serious flying accidents. Nevertheless, extraordinary maneuverability, a fast climb rate, good speed and powerful armament made the Camel a really superb fighter. More than 5,000 were built and no less than 1,294 aerial victories were scored by this type - the best possible proof that the Camel deserved to be called a legend.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s recommended colors. Roden recommends Model Master paints for this kit, and you can find the full line by clicking here.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/72
Skill Level: 3
- Molded in high quality plastic
- Illustrated instructions
- Includes decals for four versions:
- Sopwith F.I Camel B6212 "Black Prince", No.13 Sqn RNAS, pilot FSL W A Moyle, St. Pol, December 1917.
- Sopwith F.I Camel (w/Bentley), 7234, No.4 Sqn RNAS (No.204 Sqn RAF), was flown by Lt. RL Hollingsworth, France, Roulers, July 1918.
- Sopwith F.I Camel B7230 "T", No. 3 Sqn RNAS (No.203 Sqn RAF), pilot FSL K D Campbell, March 1918.
- Sopwith F.I Camel B3894, No. 9 Sqn RNAS (No.209 Sqn RAF), pilot FSL A R Wood, October 1917.
*Cement is recommended for polystyrene plastic*
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Paint Guide:
Aluminum
Matte Linen
Matte WWI Green
Matte Medium Grey
Matte Natural Wood
Red Leather
Gunmetal
Matte White
Matte Black
Flat Sea Blue
Matte Scarlet
Matte Dark Grey
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