Tamiya Plastic Model Kit

Tamiya Lockheed P-38H Lightning White Box Edition (1/48)

This 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit from Tamiya represents the Lockheed P-38H Lightning, a high-altitude fighter variant of the famous twin-boom aircraft used extensively by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. This limited White Box Edition provides the same acclaimed detail and engineering as the standard release, with special packaging for collectors.

• 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
• Highly detailed fuselage, cockpit, landing gear, and engine nacelles
• Includes parts specific to the H-variant, such as the chin-mounted radiator intakes
• Detailed instrument panel and seated pilot figure included
• Optional open or closed canopy
• Decals included to recreate multiple marking options from the Pacific and European theatres
• Presented in special White Box Edition packaging for collectors

This P-38H variant saw service in both the European and Pacific theatres and featured improved turbo-superchargers and armament over previous versions. Tamiya’s kit captures the aircraft’s technical complexity while remaining a smooth and enjoyable build for aviation enthusiasts.