- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of DeHavilland Mosquito FB MKVI Combat Aircraft "Sqd. Ldr. Robert Allen Kip and Flt. Lt. Peter Huletsky, Holmsley South" (1944) Royal Air Force "Oxford Aviation" Series die cast model by Oxford Diecast.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length-7.25, Wingspan-9.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Mosquito was one of the fastest operational aircraft in the world in 1941, and was used in a variety of roles, including medium bomber, reconnaissance, tactical strike, anti-submarine warfare, shipping attacks and night fighter duties. It was also used for a number of special operations, such as the dropping of agents and supplies into occupied Europe.
- Over 7,700 were built. It was used by the Royal Air Force, the Royal Canadian Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force and the United States Army Air Forces. It continued to be used in service after the war, and was retired from RAF service in 1956.
- A highly innovative aircraft, and its use of wood construction was a major factor in its success. Wood is a strong and lightweight material, and it is also relatively easy to work with. This made the Mosquito easy to build and maintain, and it also gave it a high top speed.
- The Mosquito was a popular aircraft with its crews, and it was known for its reliability and performance. It was also a very versatile aircraft, and it was used in a wide variety of roles. This made it an invaluable asset to the Allied air forces during the Second World War.
- The FB Mk VI variant was powered by two Rolls-Royce Merlin 21 or 23 liquid-cooled V12 engines, each producing around 1,460 horsepower. The powerful engines enabled the Mosquito to reach a top speed of over 380 mph (610 km/h).
- The armament varied depending on the mission. It typically carried four 20mm Hispano cannons in the nose and four .303 inch Browning machine guns in the wings. It could also carry various bombs, rockets, or torpedoes under its wings or in an internal bomb bay.
- One of its most significant operations was the precision raid on the Amiens prison in 1944, where resistance fighters were held captive. Mosquito aircraft breached the prison walls, allowing the escape of hundreds of prisoners. Additionally, the Mosquito played a vital role in bombing raids, such as the famous attack on the Gestapo headquarters in Oslo, Norway.
Return Policy
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⏱️ Timeframe
You have 21 days from the date your order is placed to notify us about any return or exchange request. We'll take it from there.
📦 Damaged or Defective Items
Please inspect your order as soon as it arrives. If anything is damaged or defective, let us know immediately – we need to file a carrier claim quickly. We can't accept returns or refunds if we aren't informed promptly.
🔧 Condition & Packaging
Items must be returned in their original factory condition and inside the original box, packed exactly as the manufacturer shipped them. Never glue or repair parts without our written authorisation – items that have been glued or returned without the original box will not be accepted.
🌍 International Forwarding
If your order is sent to a US‑based freight forwarder and then forwarded internationally, we cannot be held responsible for any damage that occurs during that second leg of transit.
🚚 Shipping Costs
Shipping and handling fees are non‑refundable, except when we send you the wrong item. In that rare case, contact us to arrange a return label or pickup. Once we receive the incorrect item back, we'll send you the correct replacement or issue a full refund if the correct item is out of stock. Please notify us of any wrong item ASAP.
📬 Unclaimed / Undeliverable
If your package is unclaimed, refused, or undeliverable, it will be cancelled and refunded – but we'll deduct the original shipping cost from your refund.
💬 Need Help?
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