Airfix De Havilland Vampire F.3 1/48 Model Kit

Build one of the Royal Air Force’s notable early jet fighters with the Airfix De Havilland Vampire F.3 in 1/48 scale. This detailed plastic model kit contains 124 parts and recreates an aircraft that played an important role in the RAF’s transition from propeller-driven fighters to jet-powered aviation.

Once assembled, the model has a wingspan of 250mm. Rated at skill level 2 and suitable for modellers aged 8 years and above, the kit provides an engaging aircraft project with three authentic paint schemes to choose from for the finished model.

De Havilland Vampire F.3

The De Havilland Vampire was one of the first jet fighters to enter service with the Royal Air Force. Developed with simplicity in both construction and flying characteristics, it earned a strong reputation for reliability and provided an effective platform for pilots making the transition from piston-engined aircraft to jets.

The Vampire F.3 served with RAF squadrons during the early Cold War period and was deployed around the world. Its practical design placed emphasis on straightforward maintenance and dependable operation, helping the aircraft establish itself as both a capable fighter and a reliable service aircraft.

124-Part 1/48 Aircraft Kit

This Airfix kit contains 124 plastic components and combines an accessible skill level with the distinctive shape of an important early jet aircraft. The completed 250mm wingspan gives the Vampire useful presence in a 1/48 aircraft collection without making the finished model overly large.

• 1/48 scale De Havilland Vampire F.3
• 124 plastic parts
• 250mm completed wingspan
• Three authentic paint schemes
• Skill level 2
• Suitable for ages 8 and above

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The Airfix De Havilland Vampire F.3 A06107A offers a rewarding 1/48 build of an important British early jet fighter, with three paint schemes and a well-sized 124-part construction.