Eduard 84161 P-39K/N 1/48 – Plastic Model Kit of the American Fighter Aircraft

Eduard 84161 P-39K/N in 1/48 scale is an advanced plastic model kit representing one of the most distinctive fighter aircraft of World War II – the Bell P-39 Airacobra in the K and N variants. The kit comes from the popular Weekend Edition line by the Czech brand Eduard, renowned for its high-quality details and excellent fit of parts.

Product Details:

• Scale: 1:48
• Countries of use: United States of America, USSR, United Kingdom (Lend-Lease)
• Historical period: World War II – the aircraft was used from the early 1940s until the end of the war, especially intensively on the Eastern Front by the USSR and in the Pacific by the USAAF
• Material: High-quality plastic – the set does not include resin parts, photo-etched parts, or painting masks
• Number of painting variants: 2 decal options allowing you to build models in the colors of the USAAF or the Soviet Air Force
• Decal manufacturer: Eduard – ensures excellent decal quality and detailed marking reproduction

Historical Description:

The Bell P-39 Airacobra is an American-designed fighter, famous for its unusual propulsion layout with the engine mounted behind the cockpit and the propeller driven by a long shaft. The K and N versions received upgrades to the engine, landing gear, and armament. P-39 aircraft are particularly notable in aviation history thanks to the actions of Soviet aces during the Battle of Stalingrad, as well as battles on the Western Front and in the Pacific. They were valued for their durability and effectiveness at low-altitude combat.

Product Category:

• Plastic model kit
• Aircraft models – World War II

Who is it recommended for?

Eduard 84161 P-39K/N 1/48 is a proposition both for intermediate and experienced modelers who enjoy detailed reproductions of historical machines. The model does not include photo-etched or resin accessories, making it the ideal compromise between detail and ease of assembly. We recommend it to modelers interested in historical fighter aircraft and to collectors of World War II models.

Difficulty Level:

• Assembly difficulty: 3/5

Thanks to the excellent fit of parts and high-quality decals, the model provides satisfying results and is a great choice for a weekend modeling project.