Italeri 2828 Hurricane Mk. IIC 1/48 – plastic aircraft model kit

Discover the exceptional Italeri 2828 Hurricane Mk. IIC 1/48 scale plastic model kit – a perfectly reproduced replica of the iconic British WWII fighter aircraft. The Hawker Hurricane Mk. IIC is one of the most recognizable machines of the Royal Air Force (RAF), which played a key role during the Battle of Britain as well as in operations on various fronts of the conflict.

A brief history: The Hawker Hurricane – designed and built in the United Kingdom – was the RAF’s main fighter at the end of the 1930s and early 1940s, seeing action from 1939 to 1945. The Mk. IIC was developed in response to increased effectiveness of German bombers and ground-attack aircraft. What set it apart from earlier versions was its powerful armament – four Hispano-Suiza 20mm cannons mounted in the wings, which gave it an edge in air combat as well as high effectiveness in ground attack and close-support missions. The Mk. IIC was also used as a night fighter and for convoy escort duties. It served from 1941 until the end of WWII with British units, and was also used by Allied forces including the Polish, Canadian, Australian air forces, and other Commonwealth countries.

• Scale: 1/48 – the ideal balance between detail and display convenience.
• Category: plastic model kit (set does not include glue or paints).
• Manufacturer: Italeri – a renowned brand with a long tradition of high-quality models.
• Material: high quality plastic (styrene), photo-etched parts, decals for 6 historical versions from various units.
• Realistically rendered details: precise silhouette, armament, cockpit with photo-etched elements for increased authenticity.
• Years of original service: WWII (1941–1945), with the Royal Air Force and other Allied forces.

Difficulty level: 4/5 – intended for intermediate and advanced modelers. Many small parts require accuracy, and the option to choose from multiple paint schemes makes the build even more interesting.

Recommendation: The Italeri 2828 Hurricane Mk. IIC in 1/48 is recommended both for WWII military collectors and aviation enthusiasts. It makes an excellent base kit for expanding a collection of historic aircraft or as a challenge for more advanced hobbyists looking to develop their skills working with photo-etched parts and decals.

It teaches history, develops manual skills, and once assembled, impresses with its unique appearance on any collector's shelf!