Special Hobby 72059 De Havilland DH.103 Sea Hornet NF Mk.21 (1/72) is a precise plastic model kit representing the British carrier-based fighter and night aircraft from the late 1940s and the early Cold War period. This model is made in 1:72 scale, allowing you to build a detailed replica while maintaining a compact size, perfect for display in a historic aircraft model collection.

The prototype of the De Havilland Sea Hornet was developed for service with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm. This aircraft was an improved naval version of the well-known DH.103 Hornet, primarily designed for carrier operations. The special NF Mk.21 variant was a night fighter version equipped with the AI Mk.X radar, enabling the aircraft to effectively combat aerial targets at night and in poor visibility conditions.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for building diorama scenes and presenting collections.
• User country: United Kingdom (Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm).
• Materials: High-quality plastic, excellently reproduced by the manufacturer Special Hobby. The kit does not include glue or paints, but the model parts are characterized by a high level of detail and precise fit.
• Historical period: Cold War, with models in active service from about 1947 to the mid-1950s. Sea Hornet aircraft primarily conducted defensive patrols over European waters, serving as part of squadrons stationed on Majestic- and Colossus-class aircraft carriers.
• Set: Includes cockpit details, finely reproduced panel lines and fuselage elements, movable canopy covers, and optional armament components.
• Product category: Plastic model kit.
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the presence of complex parts and small details requiring assembly precision.

The Special Hobby 72059 De Havilland DH.103 Sea Hornet NF Mk.21 model is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of British naval aviation and collectors of fighter aircraft from the transition between World War II and the Cold War. It's a perfect option for further developing modeling skills as well as expanding a collection with a lesser-known yet technically advanced De Havilland design.

We definitely recommend this model to those seeking ambitious, historic modeling challenges and all fans of British carrier aircraft.