Arma Hobby Plastic Model Kit
Hurricane Mk IIb Set (1/72) 70043
- 1/72 scale plastic kit of the Hawker Hurricane Mk IIb, equipped with eight .303 machine guns
- Clean recessed panel lines, accurate cockpit and clear canopy
- Includes RAF decals from mid-war WWII service
- Movable flaps and ailerons for display versatility
- Balanced build complexity – ideal for intermediate modellers
Note: Kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included and must be sourced separately.
Recommended Paint Colours:
- Tamiya: XF‑83 RAF Medium Sea Grey, XF‑52 Flat Earth
- Vallejo: 70.902 RAF Medium Sea Grey, 70.942 RAF Dark Earth
- Mr Hobby (H): H304 RAF Medium Sea Grey, H303 Green
- Mr Color (C): C304 RAF Medium Sea Grey, C303 Green
Paint suggestions are for guidance,please verify with historical references or kit instructions to ensure accuracy.
History:
The Hurricane Mk IIb entered service in 1941 with upgraded armament of eight .303 Browning machine guns. It served in multiple theatres,North Africa, Europe, and Asia,bringing increased firepower to the resilient Hurricane airframe. Known for ruggedness and reliability, the IIb variant helped maintain RAF air defence through the middle years of WWII.
