{"product_id":"46961-kovozavody-prostejov-kpm0168-cessna-uc-78a-bobcat-172","title":"Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0168 Cessna UC-78A “Bobcat” 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKovozavody Prostejov KPM0168 Cessna UC-78A “Bobcat” 1\/72 – plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eKovozavody Prostejov KPM0168 Cessna UC-78A “Bobcat”\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic kit that allows you to recreate one of the most recognizable twin-engine training aircraft of World War II. The Cessna UC-78A, also known as the “Bobcat”, played a key role in training American and Allied crews, preparing them for handling heavier and more advanced machines.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical information and use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eCessna UC-78A\u003c\/strong\u003e aircraft was also known as the Cessna T-50. It was developed in the United States before World War II as a lightweight, twin-engine aircraft for training and transport purposes. Production began in 1939, and from 1941 the machine was adopted by the United States Army Air Forces, as well as by the Royal Canadian Air Force and other Allied forces. The “Bobcat” was primarily used for training pilots and navigators of twin-engine bombers and transports, but also served in light transport, liaison, and evacuation missions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe “Bobcat” served actively during World War II (1939–1945) and in the postwar period until the late 1940s. The model allows you to recreate the aircraft's distinctive lines, including detailed structural features and cockpit elements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel kit specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72 – ideal for collectors and dioramas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountries of use: USA, United Kingdom, Canada, and other Allied countries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: sprues with fuselage and wing details, clear parts for cockpit glazing, decals with historical markings, assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included – sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCategory and difficulty level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty level: 3\/5 – recommended for intermediate modelers and ambitious beginners who already have some experience assembling aircraft models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eKovozavody Prostejov KPM0168 Cessna UC-78A “Bobcat” 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e model is an excellent choice for military aviation history enthusiasts, World War II aficionados, and collectors of training and transport aircraft models. The kit stands out with its detailing, well-fitting parts, and thoughtful design layout, ensuring satisfaction during assembly and an excellent final result once painted and completed. Thanks to its accessible scale, the model is suitable for both solo display and dioramas, making it an interesting, historically accurate replica in any collection.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kovozavody Prostejov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722723283278,"sku":"KPM0168","price":81.13,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/ee2f3e4ef551a58b58a381760c01ce22.jpg?v=1755545030","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.pl\/en\/products\/46961-kovozavody-prostejov-kpm0168-cessna-uc-78a-bobcat-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}