Hobby 2000 48046 - 1:48 P-39Q/N Airacobra Eastern Front

Plastic model kit of the P-39Q/N Airacobra Eastern Front fighter aircraft in 1:48 scale

This Hobby 2000 kit represents the Bell P-39Q/N Airacobra used on the Eastern Front during World War II. The aircraft’s unique design made it particularly effective in low- and medium-altitude combat. The kit is based on proven Hasegawa tooling and enhanced with high-quality Cartograf decals and painting masks.

What’s included in the box:

• P-39Q/N Airacobra model kit (Hasegawa plastic parts)
• Detailed cockpit and airframe components
• Cartograf decals for Eastern Front markings
• Painting masks for canopy
• Assembly instructions

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: approx. 19.1 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 21.1 cm
• Manufacturer: Hobby 2000
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and modeling tools are not included. This is a model kit for self-assembly.

Assembly:

The kit is based on Hasegawa tooling, ensuring good fit and detail quality. The included masks simplify canopy painting, while Cartograf decals provide sharp and accurate markings. This allows for building a realistic replica of an aircraft widely used on the Eastern Front.

Required tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the P-39Q/N Airacobra:

The Bell P-39 Airacobra was an American fighter aircraft with an unconventional layout, featuring an engine mounted behind the pilot and a cannon firing through the propeller hub. The Q and N variants were later versions with various improvements. The aircraft was widely used by the Soviet Air Force, where it proved highly effective in low-altitude combat typical of the Eastern Front. Its maneuverability and strong armament made it popular among pilots.

Original aircraft specifications:

• Length: approx. 9.2 m
• Wingspan: approx. 10.4 m
• Crew: 1
• Engine: Allison V-1710
• Top speed: approx. 610 km/h

About the manufacturer:

Hobby 2000 produces model kits based on proven tooling from well-known manufacturers, enhanced with high-quality additions such as Cartograf decals and painting masks. This approach combines reliable engineering with extra features that improve the modeling experience.