Trumpeter 05808 de Havilland DH.110 Sea Vixen FAW.2 1/48 – plastic scale model kit

We present the Trumpeter 05808 de Havilland DH.110 Sea Vixen FAW.2 in 1/48 scale – a plastic model kit faithfully replicating the British twin-engine carrier-based jet. The Sea Vixen FAW.2 is an iconic Cold War-era jet designed by De Havilland and operated by Britain's Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm from the mid-1950s to the early 1970s. The aircraft is distinguished by its characteristic delta wing configuration and unique tail, making it one of the most recognizable interceptors of its time.

Trumpeter 05808 model was released in 2018 and has gained recognition among modelers for its high level of detail and excellent reproduction of original panel lines, surface divisions, and airframe details. The kit includes over 140 parts made from durable plastic, decals enabling authentic Fleet Air Arm markings, and a single photo-etched fret for more precise detail work. The finished model measures approximately 353 mm in length and 324 mm in wingspan, allowing you to showcase all of the aircraft’s distinctive features.

• Scale: 1/48 – model dedicated to collectors and Cold War aircraft enthusiasts.
• Country of operation: United Kingdom (Royal Navy – Fleet Air Arm).
• Period of service: Cold War; 1959–1972.
• Material: high-quality plastic; includes one photo-etched detail fret.
• Number of parts: over 140, 7 sprues + separate fuselage halves, clear parts, decals.
• Model length when assembled: 353 mm; wingspan: 324 mm.
• Assembly difficulty: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the part count and level of detail.

We recommend the Trumpeter 05808 de Havilland DH.110 Sea Vixen FAW.2 kit to all enthusiasts of 20th-century military aviation, especially collectors of British aircraft technology and those interested in the Cold War era. It is an excellent choice both for diorama builds and showcase collections. Trumpeter ensures high-quality molding and perfect fit of parts – this model will meet the expectations of demanding aircraft modeling enthusiasts.