Airfix Bristol Beaufort 1/72 Masking Set

Make painting your Airfix Bristol Beaufort easier and more precise with this dedicated 1/72 masking set. Designed specifically for the compatible model kit, the pre-cut adhesive masks help create clean, sharp paint lines around canopies and transparent sections, reducing the need for intricate freehand painting.

The masks are shaped using CAD data from the original kit design, allowing them to follow the intended contours of the Bristol Beaufort closely. This gives you a straightforward way to protect clear areas during painting while saving time compared with cutting individual masks by hand.

Precision-Cut Masks for the Bristol Beaufort

The Bristol Beaufort features prominent glazed areas, making accurate masking an important part of the finishing process. These purpose-designed masks help define canopy frames and other transparent sections, giving you greater control when applying paint by brush or airbrush.

The masks are made from paper material and are pre-cut for the 1/72 Airfix Bristol Beaufort. Simply position them over the relevant clear sections before painting, apply your chosen finish and remove the masks afterwards to reveal crisp paint boundaries.

Designed from Original Kit CAD Data

Using CAD information from the model kit itself allows the masks to be shaped specifically for the compatible Beaufort. This helps simplify one of the more detailed stages of an aircraft build and provides a practical option for modellers who want consistent, accurate masking without spending time cutting each piece individually.

Suitable for modellers aged 8 years and above, the set can help newer builders approach detailed canopy work with greater confidence while also saving experienced modellers valuable preparation time.

A Useful Accessory for Your Beaufort Build

The Bristol Beaufort was a British twin-engine torpedo bomber that entered RAF Coastal Command service in 1940. It served in torpedo bombing, reconnaissance, maritime patrol and anti-shipping roles during the Second World War, making it an important British aviation subject.

Browse more stencils and masks, explore our wider modelling accessories, or discover more products from Airfix.

The Airfix Bristol Beaufort Masking Set A65021 provides a simple and accurate way to prepare canopy and clear sections for painting on your 1/72 Beaufort model.