1:48 US P-38 F:G Lightning, plastic model kit

The 1:48 US P-38 F:G Lightning captures the unmistakable twin-boom silhouette of Lockheed's wartime aircraft in a plastic model kit with a 330 mm wingspan and 240 mm length. Early-version features such as the slimline engine cowlings, wing contours and rounded canopy are recreated with close attention to the P-38F and P-38G airframes, giving the finished aircraft a strong period-correct presence. The build uses integrated landing gear bay and wing spar parts to set the structure accurately, and a one-piece horizontal stabilizer slides into place before being secured by the rudder components. Clear canopy parts allow either an open or closed cockpit presentation, and the interior adds visible depth with a control wheel, bulletproof glass plate and rear-mounted radio equipment. Metallic finish decals are supplied for the main and nose landing gear strut cylinders, and 2 marking options allow different finishing choices. A seated pilot figure is included for the cockpit. On a shelf, desk or in a display case, the nose armament and twin-engine layout give the aircraft a purposeful look from every angle. Assembly takes 600 minutes. Cement and paints are required separately.