Hobby 2000 72083 - 1:72 Consolidated PBY-3 Catalina

Plastic model kit of the Consolidated PBY-3 Catalina in 1:72 scale

The Hobby 2000 72083 kit reproduces the early version of the Consolidated PBY-3 Catalina maritime patrol flying boat used by the US Navy for long-range reconnaissance and rescue missions. This reissue of the Academy tooling adds Cartograf decals and canopy masks for precise painting and a clean finish.

Box contents:

• Academy plastic parts
• Cartograf decals
• pre-cut canopy masks
• assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 27 cm
• Manufacturer: Hobby 2000 (tooling: Academy)
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. Model requires assembly.

Assembly:

The model consists of plastic parts that must be cut, cleaned and glued according to the instructions.

Essential tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding papers
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paints recommended by the manufacturer
• Optionally, cyanoacrylate glue for metal or resin parts

About the Consolidated PBY-3 Catalina:

The PBY-3 Catalina was an early version of the famous US Navy flying boat used for maritime reconnaissance, anti-submarine patrols and search-and-rescue missions. With its high wing, retractable wingtip floats and long endurance, it became one of the most distinctive patrol aircraft of the Second World War.

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Length: approx. 19.46 m
• Wingspan: approx. 31.70 m
• Crew: 7–9
• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp
• Role: maritime reconnaissance / patrol / SAR / ASW

About Hobby 2000:

Hobby 2000 is a Polish brand known for high-quality reissues of proven toolings combined with top-grade decals and masking sets. The company’s kits offer convenient, modernized packages ideal for accurate and neat model builds.