Italeri 2656 BOSTON III A - 20 B/C Havoc 1/48 – plastic model kit

Italeri 2656 BOSTON III A - 20 B/C Havoc is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1/48 scale, dedicated to military aviation enthusiasts of the World War II period. This model faithfully reproduces the legendary American Douglas A-20 aircraft, also known as the Boston in RAF markings. This is a new edition of the kit, equipped with a super decal sheet allowing you to build the model in one of five authentic historical painting schemes. Additionally, the kit includes a detailed color instruction manual to easily guide you through proper marking and camouflage application.

History and technical details of the original

The Douglas A-20 was designed by the American Douglas company as a versatile twin-engine combat aircraft, widely used during World War II (1939–1945). The aircraft was utilized by the United States (USAAF), Great Britain (RAF), Commonwealth nations, and the Soviet Union. The Boston III version, available in this kit, featured a glazed nose for the bombardier, could carry up to 1800 kg of bombs, and had a modern (for its time) tricycle landing gear. Boston aircraft gained fame during operations on the western front, flights over Europe, and participation on the eastern front.

Kit contents and materials

• 1/48 scale model for self-assembly, made of high-quality plastic guaranteeing perfect fit of parts and high detail accuracy.
• NEW EDITION decal sheet with five historical marking variants: USA, RAF, Commonwealth, and Soviet air forces.
• Detailed, full-color assembly instructions with painting suggestions and a dedicated color palette, matching historical camouflage schemes.
• This kit does NOT include crew figures and is intended for assembly and painting (paints and glue not included).

Why choose this model?

The Italeri 2656 BOSTON III A - 20 B/C Havoc model is an excellent proposition for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to build a high-quality replica of the legendary World War II bomber. The detail, precise decals, and perfect fit of the parts allow for the creation of an impressive collector's display piece. Thanks to the rich history of the original, this kit is also a great inspiration for dioramas and expanding historical-modeling knowledge.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5

This model is recommended for both aviation modeling enthusiasts and military aircraft collectors from the World War II era, who value faithful reproduction of details and authentic color schemes.