Special Hobby 48162 Walrus Mk.I Battleships Eyes (1/48)

The Special Hobby 48162 Walrus Mk.I Battleships Eyes model in 1/48 scale is a high-quality plastic assembly kit, representing the legendary British reconnaissance and patrol aircraft Supermarine Walrus Mk.I. This is an advanced offering for fans of naval aviation and historical models from the Second World War era.

The Supermarine Walrus was a biplane flying boat designed by R.J. Mitchell for the Royal Navy. Its main task was to cooperate with British Navy battleships, as well as undertake reconnaissance, rescue, and patrol missions. Walruses were widely used by the British fleet from the late 1930s until 1945, and also served in other Commonwealth countries such as Australia and New Zealand. The Walrus saw significant action during Atlantic and Mediterranean operations, taking part in numerous sea rescue missions and providing cover for ships during naval battles.

The Special Hobby 48162 model is made from high-quality plastic and features excellent detailing, including the aircraft’s characteristic fuselage, wings with visible panel lines, a cockpit with interior details, and a float undercarriage. The “Battleships Eyes” version depicts aircraft used in cooperation with Royal Navy battleships. The set includes photo-etched parts for enhanced detail, a clear canopy, detailed decals for historical markings, and a precise instruction manual.

• Scale: 1/48
• User nations: United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand
• Period: Second World War
• Material: Plastic with photo-etched parts
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Requires glue and paints (not included)

Recommended for experienced modelers due to the complexity of the details and the presence of photo-etched parts. Assembly difficulty is rated at level 4/5. This is an excellent choice for naval aviation fans, historic aircraft model collectors, and maritime diorama enthusiasts.