AZmodel AZ7494 De Havilland DH.82A "Tiger Moth" Long Tailfin 1/72

AZmodel AZ7494 De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth Long Tailfin 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit that will be especially appreciated by fans of historical aviation and collectors of interwar and World War II aircraft. Produced by the renowned Czech company AZmodel, this is a faithfully reproduced miniature of the famous British trainer aircraft, known for its reliability, excellent flying properties, and extensive use in the Royal Air Force as well as air forces of many countries around the world.

Specification and model details

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for building detailed dioramas, aircraft collections, and displays.
• Country of origin: United Kingdom – the aircraft was mainly used by the RAF, but also by Australia, Canada, New Zealand, India, and several Commonwealth countries.
• Period of use: since the 1930s; widely operated during World War II as a training and liaison aircraft, and also in civil aviation after the war.
• Material: high-quality plastic, ensuring perfect fit of parts and ease of processing; the model does not include extras such as metal components or resin details – this is a classic plastic kit.
• The unique "Long Tailfin" version reflects one of the significant modifications used on Tiger Moths, giving modelers the opportunity to build a rarer variant of this aircraft.
• Category: plastic model kit – personal tools, glue, and model paints are required.

Historical description

The De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth is a legendary biplane designed in the United Kingdom in the 1930s. Recognized as the primary training aircraft of the RAF, tens of thousands of pilots were trained on Tiger Moths. These machines were used during World War II, but also widely utilized in postwar flight schools and for civilian purposes on all continents. The "Long Tailfin" version is distinguished by its characteristic enlarged vertical stabilizer, which improved the aircraft's stability.

Who do we recommend it for?

The AZmodel De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth Long Tailfin 1/72 model is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced historical modelers. The precise detail reproduction, authentic panel lines, and interesting markings make this model perfect for creating realistic period replicas. Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 – the kit requires basic modeling skills and patience while assembling the delicate biplane components.

If you are looking to build a historically accurate and detailed replica of one of the most famous trainer aircraft of the 20th century, choose the AZmodel AZ7494 De Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth Long Tailfin in 1/72 scale. It is the perfect choice for collectors and aviation enthusiasts!