Special Hobby 48214 Tempest Mk.II Hi-Tech 1/48 is an advanced plastic model kit that allows you to recreate the famous British fighter aircraft from World War II and the post-war years in an exceptionally realistic form. The model is reproduced in the popular 1/48 scale, which enables a faithful representation of both the aircraft's structural details and its operational character. The product does not include glue or paints, allowing the modeller to choose their own preferred painting accessories.

Tempest Mk.II is a British fighter aircraft designed in the final phase of World War II as a development of the famed Tempest Mk.V, featuring the Bristol Centaurus radial engine. It was the last fighter with this type of engine in service with the Royal Air Force (RAF). Its intended purpose was to support operations against Japan, but due to the capitulation and the end of the war, the Mk.IIs were mainly used in post-war actions, including operations in Malaya in the 1950s and during the Indo-Pakistani conflicts.

• Model scale: 1/48
• Countries of use: United Kingdom, India, Pakistan
• Historical period: World War II, post-war/Cold War era
• Categories: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic (injection molded parts)
• Hi-Tech edition equipment: additional resin details, photo-etched parts, painting masks
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5

The Hi-Tech edition provides an exceptionally detailed reproduction of the cockpit interior, armament, and undercarriage details. Photo-etched and resin parts ensure that the model will satisfy even the most demanding enthusiasts of this scale, seeking an outstanding display result without having to look for additional aftermarket accessories.

This model is recommended for both experienced modelers and ambitious amateurs looking for a challenge in accurately reconstructing historic aircraft. Thanks to its thoughtful design, numerous extras and excellent quality of the sprues, the Special Hobby 48214 Tempest Mk.II Hi-Tech 1/48 will make an excellent addition to any collection of 20th-century military aviation enthusiasts.