Kagero 3071 Lublin R-XIII EN – Monograph of the Liaison Aircraft

Kagero 3071 Lublin R-XIII EN is a unique monograph by Andrzej Glass, dedicated to the legendary Polish liaison aircraft Lublin R-XIII. The KAGERO publishing house has prepared a 132-page book, full of unique information, archival photographs, and valuable extras for modelers. This publication is an essential source of knowledge for every military aviation enthusiast and for those building models in various scales.

• Number of pages: 132
• Language: English
• Number of photos: 215
• Scale plans: 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32
• Number of 3D renders: 7
• Number of color profiles: 10
• Category: scale modeling literature, aviation monograph

Historical Overview – Lublin R-XIII

The Lublin R-XIII was a Polish liaison aircraft (used for liaison and observation), developed in the interwar period (late 1920s and 1930s). Used mainly by the Polish Army, it found widespread application in observation, communication, and reconnaissance missions. It participated in the tragic September 1939, taking active part in the Polish Campaign, performing observation and liaison tasks—often operating in very difficult frontline conditions. Among pilots, it was regarded as easy to fly and reliable in challenging field conditions. The R-XIII aircraft remained in service until the outbreak of World War II.

Value for Modelers

The publication Kagero 3071 Lublin R-XIII EN is an excellent base for working on models in the popular scales 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32, as well as an indispensable source of inspiration for creating dioramas or historical replicas. It contains carefully prepared color profiles, technical plans, and detailed computer renders, making it ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking reliable reference materials. I recommend this book to every aviation modeling enthusiast and fans of Polish military technology history.

Model building difficulty level based on this publication: 2/5 – detailed materials, but also accessible for less experienced modelers.