1/48 Brewster B-339 Buffalo - "Pacific Theatre"
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This is a plastic model kit, which comes unassembled and unpainted. So glue, model paints and other basic modelling tools are additionally required.
Classic 1/48 Brewster Buffalo Renewed!
Following the release of a U.S. Navy version of the Brewster Buffalo in 1993, Tamiya now releases the B-339 export version of the Buffalo used by the Royal Air Force and Netherlands East Indies Army Air Corps during WWII. Kit comes with new parts such as canopy, propeller, seat and decals to accurately reproduce the Buffalo used throughout South East Asia. Also includes parts to reproduce the U.S. Navy version featuring gray fuselage.
About the Brewster B-339 Buffalo "Pacific Theater"
The Buffalo was first developed in 1935 as a U.S. Navy carrier based fighter. Featuring a modern mid-wing monoplane design with enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear the first mass produced Buffalo was designated F2A-1, which was shortly followed by the improved F2A-2. Based on the U.S. Navy Buffalo, the B-339 Buffalo was for export only and was fitted with an export approved 1,100hp Wright Cyclone engine and redesigned for land use with navy equipment such as life raft and arrestor hook removed. The Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Netherlands East Indies Army Air Corps (ML-KNIL) used the B-339 to protect colonial outposts in Malaysia, Singapore and Java during WWII.
About the Model
Highly detailed 1/48 scale assembly kit of the Brewster B-339 Buffalo
Overall length: 163mm, wing span: 223mm
Authentically reproduced large fuselage and unique landing gear.
Kit includes parts to accurately reproduce RAF, ML-KNIL or U.S. Navy aircraft.
New parts such as canopy, rear fuselage and propeller authentically reproduced in high-quality detail.
Includes a full range of accessories including two 100 pound bombs, one pilot figure sitting down and one figure standing, and markings to reproduce a choice of four different aircraft.
Classic 1/48 Brewster Buffalo Renewed!
Following the release of a U.S. Navy version of the Brewster Buffalo in 1993, Tamiya now releases the B-339 export version of the Buffalo used by the Royal Air Force and Netherlands East Indies Army Air Corps during WWII. Kit comes with new parts such as canopy, propeller, seat and decals to accurately reproduce the Buffalo used throughout South East Asia. Also includes parts to reproduce the U.S. Navy version featuring gray fuselage.
About the Brewster B-339 Buffalo "Pacific Theater"
The Buffalo was first developed in 1935 as a U.S. Navy carrier based fighter. Featuring a modern mid-wing monoplane design with enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear the first mass produced Buffalo was designated F2A-1, which was shortly followed by the improved F2A-2. Based on the U.S. Navy Buffalo, the B-339 Buffalo was for export only and was fitted with an export approved 1,100hp Wright Cyclone engine and redesigned for land use with navy equipment such as life raft and arrestor hook removed. The Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Netherlands East Indies Army Air Corps (ML-KNIL) used the B-339 to protect colonial outposts in Malaysia, Singapore and Java during WWII.
About the Model
Highly detailed 1/48 scale assembly kit of the Brewster B-339 Buffalo
Overall length: 163mm, wing span: 223mm
Authentically reproduced large fuselage and unique landing gear.
Kit includes parts to accurately reproduce RAF, ML-KNIL or U.S. Navy aircraft.
New parts such as canopy, rear fuselage and propeller authentically reproduced in high-quality detail.
Includes a full range of accessories including two 100 pound bombs, one pilot figure sitting down and one figure standing, and markings to reproduce a choice of four different aircraft.
| General Info | |
| Scale | 1/48 |
| Type | Scale Model Kit |
| Subtype | Military Aircraft |
- Stock: Out Of Stock
- Reward Points: 30
- SKU: TM 61094
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Chris Belyea
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Without doubt, this is a face only a mother could love, but if you'r after a quick and relatively easy build then this is a good as any kit to work on
A few disclaimers though ... this an early tool Tamiya kit and the fit at times isn’t quite what you’d expect from them in their more recent kits. Nothing serious, but something to be aware of, and whilst you get a masking sheet for the canopy and ventral window, cutting them out is slow, tedious and not that much fun
Once assembled, it has a quirky cuteness to it and is well worth the effort to build it as best you can
Recommended if you’re after a cheap, easy build to fill in time ... don’t be put off by the 3/5 rating ... it’s a good kit, but compared to the quality of the 1/32 scale Tamiya models I normally build, and they’re ~$150+ more, I’m just trying to be consistent